What you'll need
| To fit: | Baby | Child S | Child M | Child L/Women S | Women M | Women L |
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| Brim circ., in: | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 |
| Brim circ., cm: | 40.5 | 43 | 46 | 48 | 51 | 53 |
Koigu Premium Merino
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
YFS001_512
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Product Description
This lightweight, easy to knit hat is an accessory you need in lots of colours! Worked in fingering weight yarn, it is perfect for those skeins of sock yarn or laceweight that are just too beautiful to hide. A bit of slouch makes for a flattering fit.
Work this up in a single yarn, or mix it up with one for the ribbing and a complementary yarn for the rest of the hat - I used Koigu KPPPM for the ribbing and a doubled laceweight yarn for the rest.
SIZES To Fit: Baby (Child’s S, Child’s M){Child’s L / Women’s S, Women’s M, Women’s L} Brim Circumference: 16 (17, 18){19, 20, 21} inches / 40.5 [43, 46][48, 51, 53] cm
MATERIALS Fingering weight yarn - approximately 180-215 yards / 165-195 m per 1.75 oz / 50g skein Total Yardage: 150 (165, 195){210, 235, 260] yards / 136 (150, 178){190, 213, 236] m
If using 2 different yarns, you’ll need 15% of the total yardage for the ribbing, and then 85% of the total yardage for the body of the hat.
Shown in Koigu KPPPM for the ribbing (35 yards / 32m) and Skaska Designs merino/silk laceweight, held double (390 yards / 354m), for the body of the hat. Shown in Women’s M.
Lightweight Raspberry Beret by Laura Chau
What is Being Made
The Lightweight Raspberry Beret is a beginner-friendly knitted hat designed by Laura Chau. This versatile accessory features a flattering slouch fit and comes in six size options ranging from Baby through Women's Large. The hat is specifically engineered to showcase beautiful yarn, making it an ideal project for displaying precious skeins of sock yarn or laceweight yarn that deserve to be featured rather than hidden away in a stash.
Yarn and Materials
This pattern calls for fingering weight yarn, with a total yardage requirement that varies by size: 150 yards for the Baby size up to 260 yards for Women's Large. The approximate yardage per skein is 180-215 yards per 1.75 ounces (50 grams). The pattern offers flexibility in yarn selection—you can work the entire hat in a single yarn color, or create visual interest by using two complementary yarns: one for the ribbed brim and a different yarn for the body of the hat. When using two yarns, allocate 15% of total yardage for the ribbing and 85% for the hat body. The pattern example was created using Koigu KPPPM yarn for the ribbing.
Knitting Techniques and Construction
This lightweight beret is worked using fundamental knitting techniques suitable for beginners. The hat features a ribbed brim that provides structure and elasticity, followed by the main body of the hat which incorporates the characteristic slouch. The construction method allows for easy customization and yarn swapping, making it an excellent project for knitters exploring their stash or wanting to create multiple versions in different colors.
Stitches Used
The pattern utilizes basic knitting stitches appropriate for a beginner skill level. The ribbing at the brim is worked to create stretch and a neat edge, while the body of the hat uses straightforward stitch patterns that allow the yarn's inherent beauty to shine through. The slouch shaping is achieved through strategic decreasing as the crown is approached.
Size Range and Fit
- Baby: 16 inches / 40.5 cm brim circumference
- Child's Small: 17 inches / 43 cm brim circumference
- Child's Medium: 18 inches / 46 cm brim circumference
- Child's Large / Women's Small: 19 inches / 48 cm brim circumference
- Women's Medium: 20 inches / 51 cm brim circumference
- Women's Large: 21 inches / 53 cm brim circumference
Pattern Features
Beginner-Friendly Design: This pattern is specifically labeled as beginner difficulty, making it an accessible project for knitters new to hat construction. The straightforward stitch work and clear abbreviations support a smooth knitting experience.
Yarn Flexibility: The fingering weight specification allows for creative yarn choices. Fingering weight yarn is ideal for creating lightweight, drape-friendly fabric that works beautifully for a beret silhouette. The pattern's yardage range accommodates typical sock yarn and laceweight options.
Slouch Fit: The designed slouch provides a flattering, modern aesthetic that suits multiple face shapes and head sizes. This shaping element is what distinguishes the beret from a simple knit cap.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply, Lace |
| Featured Products: | Koigu Premium Merino |
| Pages: | 2 |
| Designer: | Laura Chau |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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