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Just Landed – Berroco Fika

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We’re welcoming an fantastic new yarn to space! Fika is a brand new DK weight yarn by Berroco and joins us just in time for fall knitting. This super fine merino pairs a neutral background with modern speckles resulting in a yarn that is soft, durable (superwash!) and fun (speckles!). Fika is the perfect pairing for an every day cardigan or to add colorful dimension to your favorite accessory.

Yarn Details:

  • 301 Yards, 100 grams
  • 100% Superwash Fine Merino
  • 5-6 stitches per inch on US 6-7
  • $27 (in store only)

Berroco is offering a lovely selection of patterns for this yarn, and we’ve featured a few of our favorites below.

Pattern Picks:

Yara

This classic pullover pairs a silk mohair with Fika providing the neutral background. Together, the sweater comes together with color and texture to create a modern spin on a classic silhouette.

Recommended Ease: 4-8” Positive Ease

Finished Measurements: Bust: (38, 43¼, 48¼, 53½) [58½, 63¾, 68¾, 74]” / (96.5, 110, 122.5, 136) [148.5, 162, 174.5, 188] cm

MATERIALS

Yarn:

  • Berroco Fika (100 grs): (3, 4, 4, 4) 5, 5, 5, 6 hanks (MC)
  • Silk Mohair: (1704, 1988, 1988, 2272) 2556, 2840, 2840, 3124 yards (CC)

Needles:

  • US 3 – 3.25 mm
  • US 4 – 3.5 mm

Ximena

This oversized cardigan is the perfect addition to every hand-knit wardrobe. Perfect for curling up with a cup of coffee on a crisp fall morning or throwing on in the evening to keep off a chill.

Recommended Ease: 2-4” Positive Ease

Sizing: Bust (closed): (36½, 40½, 45, 49½) 54, 58, 63, 67¾“ / (92.5, 103, 114.5, 125.5) 137, 147.5, 160, 172 cm

MATERIALS

Yarn: 

  • Berroco Fika (5, 6, 6, 7) 8, 9, 9, 10 hanks

Needles:

  • US Size 5 (3.75mm)
  • US Size 6 (4.00 mm)

Vega

This on-trend hood is the perfect accessory for your fall wardrobe. It travels with and matches every outfit, creating a cozy way to transition from afternoon apple picking to a night out.

SIZES

  • Approximately (12, 14)“ / (30.5, 35.5) cm high x (10½, 11½)” / (26.5, 29) cm wide (front edge to center back)

MATERIALS

Yarn: 

  • Berroco Fika: 1 (2) hanks hanks

Needles:

  • US Size 4 (3.5 mm)
  • US Size 6 (4.00 mm)