Corrib Beret

Corrib Beret by Laura Chau

What Is Being Made

The Corrib Beret is a slouchy knit hat designed by Laura Chau as a quick and easy accessory project. This chunky beret offers a relaxed, comfortable fit that is slouchy enough to provide style without excessive bulk. The pattern is available in six sizes ranging from Baby through Women's L, with brim circumferences from 16 inches (41cm) to 21 inches (53cm), making it a versatile design suitable for the entire family.

Techniques Used

The Corrib Beret is constructed using fundamental knitting techniques appropriate for intermediate-level crafters. The hat is worked in the round, a common method for creating seamless, symmetrical garments. Knitters will use circular needles for the initial larger circumference sections and transition to double-pointed needles or needles of choice when the circumference becomes too small for circular needles. This technique ensures consistent tension and creates a professional finish without seams.

Stitches Used

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the pattern excerpt provided, the construction method indicates the use of basic knit stitches worked in the round. The intermediate difficulty rating suggests the pattern incorporates fundamental stitching techniques that are accessible to knitters with some experience, likely including increases and decreases to shape the slouchy crown characteristic of a beret.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

Yarn: The Corrib Beret calls for bulky weight yarn, with yardage requirements varying by size from 90 yards (82m) for the Baby size to 155 yards (142m) for Women's L. The pattern sample was created using Solitude Merino/Silk, a luxury blend consisting of 65% wool and 35% Tussah silk, which provides both warmth and a subtle sheen. This yarn is available at 115 yards per 2.8 ounce (80g) skein, meaning most sizes require only a single skein to complete the project.

Needles and Notions: Knitters will need US 10.5 (6.5mm) circular needles in a 16-inch (41cm) length for working the initial rounds, along with US 10.5 (6.5mm) double-pointed needles or needles of choice for working small circumferences in the round during the crown shaping. Additional notions include a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of each round and a tapestry needle for weaving in yarn ends upon completion.

Pattern Details

• Craft: Knitting
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Format: Downloadable PDF
• Designer: Laura Chau
• Yarn Weight: Chunky/Bulky
• Available Sizes: Baby, Child's S, Child's M, Child's L, Women's S, Women's M, Women's L

Pattern by Laura Chau, technically edited by Jaya Purswani. For personal use only.