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Ultra Alpaca Light Yarn: DK weight, 50% Super Fine Alpaca Yarn, 50% Peruvian Highland Wool Yarn, Made in Peru Needle : US 5 / 3.75 mm Gauge: 23 sts & 32 rows = 4" Wt. / Yardage: 50 gm / 144 yds / 133 m....
Berroco latest iteration of their popular alpaca and wool blend features beautiful, soft, earthy, undyed colors with a couple of fun marls! Made in Peru Yarn Fiber Info: 50% Super Fine Alpaca, 50% Peruvian Wool Ball Weight: 100g / 3.5 oz Ball Length: 131...
Yarn: Chunky weight, 50% Alpaca Yarn 50% Wool Yarn, made in Peru Needle : US 10 6 mm Gauge: 14 sts & 20 rows = 4" Wt. / Yardage: 100 gm / 131 yards / 120 m Texture/Care: Two-Ply, Hand Wash, Cold, Dry Flat This is one of the yarns that the...
Ultra Alpaca ECO: Worsted weight, 50% Super Fine Alpaca 50% Peruvian Wool, made in Peru Needle : US 8, 5mm, Hook: US H, 5mm Gauge: 5sts x 26 rows = 1" Wt / Yardage:100 gm / 215 yards Texture/Care: Plied...
Yarn Weight: Worsted, 50% Alpaca Yarn, 50% Wool Yarn, Made in Peru Needle : US 8 5 mm Gauge: 20 sts & 26 rows = 4" Wt. / Yardage: 100 gm / 215 yards / 198 m Texture/Care: 3 Ply, Hand Wash, Cold, Dry Flat This...
The MKAL is inspired by log cabin and Housetop quilts, this mystery knit-along begins with a colorful, modularly knitted square. To make the whole blanket – comprised of 5 of each of the 4 different squares (20 squares total) Skill...
Our 2017 collection of miniature patterns for to use as holiday ornaments, gift tags… there’s no limitation on how you can use these little holiday-inspired pieces! Suggested yarn: Berroco Ultra Alpaca, Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light, Berroco Comfort Sock, Berroco Quechua Yarn weight: Worsted, Sport,...
A perfectly balanced cardigan in which the bodice and sleeves are knit in Berroco Ultra Alpaca and the ribbing is stitched in Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light. Skill level: Intermediate small s: To fit bust 30(34-38-42-46-50-54)”finished measurementsBust – 30(34-38-42-46-50-54)”Length –...
Panels of an unusual lace pattern form the sleeves and outer body of this striking cardigan, while the sleeve caps and the rest of the body are knit in easy stockinette. This is knit in BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA FINE and BERROCO ULTRA...
Knit in the round, this double-thick scarf features a timeless colorwork motif and pom-pom ends. This Scarf is knit using BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA and BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA TONAL Skill level: Intermediate One size:finished measurements76” long x 21” aroundmaterials5 hanks BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA(100...
Pattern originally called for Berroco Peruvia. Berroco Ultra® Alpaca Chunky is a current substitute. Suggested yarn: Berroco Ultra® Alpaca Chunky Yarn weight: Bulky Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch Needle size: US 9 - 5.5 mm Yardage: 14 -...
Suggested yarn: Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light, Berroco Flicker, Berroco Cosma™ Yarn weight: Sport Needle size: US 4 - 3.5 mm, US 5 - 3.75 mm, US 8 - 5.0 mm s available: One Pattern Only!
Four shades of Berroco Ultra Alpaca Natural are used to knit Morgan, a long cowl worked in linen stitch. Mix and match any of the 7 shades of Berroco Ultra Alpaca Natural for different looks! Suggested yarn: Berroco Ultra Alpaca ECO...
Just one hank of Berroco Ultra Alpaca Fine is used to knit this bottom-up shawl, worked in an easy-yet-unique twisted stitch pattern. Suggested yarn: Berroco Ultra Alpaca Fine 1 skein needed Yarn weight: Fingering Gauge: 32 stitches and 40 rows = 4 inches in...
A warm and light cowl combines two color, slip stitch, texture and stripes to great effect. (Berroco) This Amazing cowl is knit using BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA LIGHT Skill level: Easy One sizeFinished measurementsApproximately 9” wide x 65” around Materials3 Hanks BERROCO ULTRA...
Suggested yarn: Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light, Berroco Elements™, Berroco Weekend DK, Berroco Boboli® Lace Yarn weight: DK Needle size: US 8 - 5.0 mm, US 7 - 4.5 mm, US 6 - 4.0 mm, US 4 - 3.5 mm Hook size: 4.0 mm (G) Pattern Only!
Featuring allover textures, worked seamlessly down the long cuff, these charming mitts use just one skein of Berroco Ultra Alpaca Chunky. (Berroco) Skill level: Easy One size Finished measurementsApproximately 8” around x 11” long Materials1 Hank BERROCO ULTRA ALPACACHUNKY (100...
Skill Level: Intermediate One ; Finished Measurements: Approximately 18" around x 4" wide Suggested Yarn: Berroco Ginkgo or Berroco Vintage or Berroco Ultra Alpaca Yardage: 100 yds Hook: US 7 (4.5 mm) Gauge: 17 sts and 13 rows = 4...
Suggested yarn: Berroco Ultra Alpaca, Berroco Vintage DK, Berroco Ultra Wool DK (all three are used in this pattern) Yarn weight: DK & Worsted Finished s: Most are 3.75" tall This is a downloadable pattern only! For the last few years, the...
Find all of our Facebook Live product links here. We'll guide you to every pattern, yarn, and other items that Kelley talks about in all of our Alpaca Direct Technique Tuesday Facebook Live broadcasts. Each week we also feature a...
Our John Stocking in Ultra® Alpaca is a smart fairisle pattern that you can personalize for the name of the recipient. (Berroco) Skill Level: Intermediate Materials: Berroco Ultra Alpaca (100 grs), 1 Hank each #6247 Fern (Green), #6249 Fennel (Lt Green), #6283 Lavender...
Simple, elegant mittens can also be cozy! Knit with just one ball of Berroco Nomad (suggested yarn) or BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA CHUNKY YARN (alternative yarn), these easy mittens are a great winter accessory. SKILL LEVE: Intermediate FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Approximately 7½" around x 10" long YARN: Suggested...
This asymmetrical shawl is knit from the widest point to narrowest. The varying stitch patterns evoke the idea of Victorian knitting samplers. This Shawls is knit using BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA Skill level: Intermediate One size:finished measurements80” long, 36” at wide end,...
January 22, 2019
Well, 2018 is in the books, and I thought I would do a little review. We have a wonderful selection of free knitting patterns, and I wondered which were the most popular last year.
When I look at the top 10 downloaded free patterns from Alpaca Direct in 2018, I see a beautiful group of projects, and almost all of them accessories. That stood out to me—just one sweater and one blanket in the mix. We love our accessories, don't we?
This cozy home décor set is worked in chunky yarn for quick cables and texture. This is knit using Berroco Ultra Alpaca Chunky, but you can also use Berroco Ultra Alpaca Chunky Tonal Skill level: Intermediate One size Finished measurementsBlanket:...
Skill Level: Intermediate One ; Finished Measurements: Approximately 17” around x 4½” wide (at widest point) Suggested Yarn: Berroco Tuscan Tweed or Berroco Vintage or Berroco Ultra Alpaca Yardage: 60 yards Needles: US 7 (4.5 mm) 16" circular & US...
A column of stockinette is edged with a wide band of easy feather-and-fan lace, creating a stunning piece that can be worn as either a scarf or wrap. (Berroco) This Scarf was knit using BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA FINE Skill level: Easy...
100 Alpaca 16 Inch Circular Needle 2 Sport 20 Inch Straight Needles 32 Inch Circular 4 Ply 4 Worsted 9 Inch Addi Addi Needles Addi Turbo Rocket Afghan Pattern Alpaca Alpaca Boucle Yarn Alpaca Chunky Yarn Alpaca Direct Alpaca Dk...
December 11, 2019
It's never too late to knit a holiday gift, but you need to plan accordingly, with smaller and smaller projects the closer the holiday gets. So, with only thirteen days left until Christmas, headbands it is.
Kelley recently knit a few of these beauties and highlighted them in her weekly Technique Tuesday Facebook Live broadcast. Check it out to get some tips for making headbands fit really well!
Delightfully intertwined cables and bobbles grace a pair of snug mittens with twisted stitch ribbing. These Mittens are knit using BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA Skill level: intermediate s: to fit womens’ size mediumfinished measurements: 7” around and 11” highMaterials: BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA...
A short-sleeved cardigan features long sweeping curves knit in lace-weight yarn, edged with ribbing in a thicker weight. Suggested yarn: Berroco Ultra Alpaca color 6292 – 1-100g hank , Berroco Ultra Alpaca Fine Color 1292 – 2(2-2-2-3-3-3) 100g hanks Yarn weight: Fingering Gauge: 20 stitches and...
Dropped stitches set into garter stitch create a unique texture pattern in a simple, top-down capelet. Make this Adorible Capelet with BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA CHUNKY TONAL or BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA CHUNKY Skill level: Easy Shown in size X-Small/Small sDirections are for...
A unique pullover with ample workman’s pockets around the perimeter. This pullover can be knit using BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA or VINTAGE Skill level: Intermediate s:to fit bust 32(36-40-44-48-52)”Ashley is wearing size to fit bust 36 -she’s 5’10” and a size 6finished measurementsbust...
Keely is a simple triangle shawl with a vintage lace edging. Made with BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA it is soft, warm and perfect for the winter chill. Skill level: Intermediate Finished Measurements: Approximately 46" / 117 cm wide x 27" / 69...
Craft: Knit Skill Level: Intermediate Project Type: Hats Designer: Alison Green Freshwater is a snug beanie knitting pattern designed for Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light. This hat features an eyelet-and-cable pattern that grows from the twisted rib edging. FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Approximately 18" around x 8½" high...
These slipper socks are worked from the toe up. Test your color work skills on these super warm and cozy socks made in worsted weight yarn using BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA Skill level: Intermediate FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: 9" long (along bottom of foot from...
McKenna is a pair of fingerless mitts knit with Berroco Ultra Alpaca Chunky, featuring a simple pair of cable columns running up the back of the hand. These would also make great gifts! Suggested yarn: Berroco Ultra® Alpaca Chunky 1 hank #72193...
Craft: Knit Skill Level: Intermediate Project Type: Holiday Designer: Berroco Design Team It's finally here! Our most popular tradition has returned. Every year the Berroco team gathers up their scrap yarn from the year's projects to create these ornaments. Use them to decorate your tree, mantle...
Yarn: One skein of Berroco Ultra Alpaca #6299 (50% Super Fine Alpaca/50% Peruvian Wool) Needles: Set of size 3 double pointed needles Notions: Small stitch holder Tapestry needle Gauge 5 sts = 1” 8 rows = 1” Finished Fits an average...
Avocet A is an easy garter stitch cardigan with feminine waist shaping. Light as air inserts of Ultra Alpaca Fine form front godets and a spread collar. It’s an adorned version of Avocet B Shown in size Large SIZES: Directions are...
Fall in love with Alska, a winsome marled cardigan with saddle shoulders and colorful accents. Shown in size Small SIZES Directions are for women’s size X-Small. Changes for sizes Small, Medium, Large, 1X and 2X are in parentheses FINISHED MEASUREMENTS...
Our octopus with braided legs in Ultra Alpaca is a non-knit craft. One size SIZEApproximately 16” long MATERIALS2 Hanks BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA (100 grs), #6259 Beet RootOne 3 1/2” diameter Styrofoam ball for headTwo 1/2” buttons for eyesTapestry needleSmall amount...
A classic colorwork beanie is worked from the bottom up with a twisted rib brim. This Beanie was knit using BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA Skill level: Intermediate Shown in larger size Finished measurements:Approximately 18(21½)” around x8½” high (after finishing)materials1 hank each BERROCO...
An intriguing cable panel graces the front of an elegant sweater worked in the round with elbow-length sleeves. This Sweater was knit using BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA Skill level: Intermediates: to fit bust sizes 30(34-38-42-46-50-54)” shown in size 34”Finished measurements: bust – 32(36-40-44-48-52-56)”length...
Crossing cables and bands of twisted stitch ribbing cover a captivating three quarter length sleeved turtleneck pullover. This Pullover is knit using BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA LIGHT Skill level: Intermediate s:to fit bust sizes 30(34-38-42-46-50-54)”finished measurementsbust –30(34-38-42-46-50-54)”length – 21(21½-22½-23-24-24½-25½)” (to shoulder) Materials:BERROCO...
November 28, 2018
It's that time again: last-minute knitting for the holidays. You had plans to have everything done a month ago, but alas.
Don't despair, though, we've got five ideas for quick projects, each totally doable in a week or less, so you'll be stress-free and ready to wrap!