913 Boracite - Hat Knitting Pattern for Women in Valley Yarns Sunderland

913 Boracite - Women's Lace Beret Knitting Pattern

What is Being Made

The 913 Boracite is a classic lace beret designed by Julie Turjoman, updated with a contemporary aesthetic. This women's hat features an elegant lace pattern combined with a snug ribbed band at the base, making it an ideal accessory for spring weather. The pattern is available in three sizes: Small (fits head circumference 18-19"), Medium (20-21"), and Large (22-23").

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting pattern employs several key techniques to create its refined finished garment:

• Seamless construction - The hat is worked in the round using circular needles and double-pointed needles, eliminating the need for seaming
• Bottom-up construction - Knitting begins at the ribbed band and progresses upward toward the crown
• Lace patterning - Decorative lace motifs are integrated throughout the body of the beret, creating an openwork design that adds visual interest and texture
• Worked in the round - Continuous circular knitting creates seamless fabric and maintains consistent stitch definition

Stitches and Pattern Details

The pattern utilizes fundamental knitting stitches combined in a repeating lace motif. Key abbreviations include knit (K), purl (P), knit into front and back (K1fb) for increases, decreases (Dec), and stitch marker placement. The body features a 16-row lace pattern that repeats to create the decorative design. The ribbed band at the base provides elasticity and ensures a secure fit around the head.

Yarn and Needles

This pattern calls for Valley Yarns Sunderland, a luxurious yarn composed of 100% Baby Alpaca. The yarn weight is DK (light worsted), with each skein containing 50 grams and 109 yards. The sample shown uses the color Plum. Two skeins are required to complete the hat in any size.

Needles required include a US 6 (4.00 mm) circular needle 16" long for the main body and double-pointed needles for the crown shaping, along with a US 3 (3.25 mm) circular needle 16" long for the ribbed band. Additional materials include stitch markers and a tapestry needle for finishing.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern is worked at a gauge of 22 stitches and 30 rounds over 4 inches (10 cm) when measured over the lace pattern and blocked, using the US 6 (4.00 mm) needle. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit across all three sizes.