Berroco Tillie

A silky-smooth blend designed for elegant, lightweight layers. Berroco Tillie yarn is a soft, silky blend of pima cotton and cupro. It's perfect for lightweight projects you'll wear all summer long! Whether you're knitting a tank, tee, or cardigan, this yarn feels cool, smooth, and breathable.

Yarn Details

• Weight: Sport / DK
• Fiber Content: 62% Pima Cotton, 38% Cupro
• Yardage: 375 yards / 343 meters
• Skein Weight: 100 grams
• Gauge: 5.25-6 sts = 1 inch
• Needle Size: US 5–7 (3.75–4.5 mm)
• Care: Machine wash cold, lay flat to dry

Why You'll Love It

• Multi-Seasonal Comfort: Balanced blend of cotton and cupro for comfort across seasons.
• Reliable Structure: More elasticity and structure than typical cotton yarns.
• Gentle Drape: Soft, breathable, and easy to wear against the skin.
• Polished Finish: Creates a smooth fabric with a subtle, silky texture and light-catching sheen.

Pattern Ideas

• Jena Top by Åsa Buchta
• Coralline Top by Mel Kennelly
• Freden Wrap by Åsa Buchta

The Details: Silkiness Meets Utility

The hand-dyed color range includes soft neutrals, fresh pastels, and bold, bright tones. Each shade has a gentle sheen from the cupro, giving your knits a soft, elegant finish. It drapes beautifully and gives your work a clean, polished look. You'll also love how easy Berroco Tillie yarn is to work with; the yarn glides through your fingers, producing even stitches with lovely stitch definition.

Explore More

Explore our DK weight yarns or browse our cotton yarns for more breathable options.