Lucie beret

Lucie Beret by ACCROchet

What is Being Made

The Lucie beret is a sophisticated headwear design created by designer Julie Desjardins of ACCROchet. This aerial beret is specifically designed for soft, snowy mornings, offering a stylish and practical accessory for cold weather wear. The finished garment is a classic beret silhouette worked in the round, featuring a structured crown that gradually expands to create the characteristic beret shape.

Construction Method

The Lucie beret is constructed using a crown-to-brim approach, meaning the crocheter begins at the top center of the hat and works outward and downward in continuous rounds. This construction method allows for seamless shaping and a polished finished appearance. The pattern is worked by holding two yarn strands together throughout the entire project, creating a cohesive fabric with enhanced depth and visual interest.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

This intermediate-level crochet project employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for crafters with some experience. The pattern uses a starting chain that does not replace the first stitch on each round, a construction detail that affects stitch count and shaping throughout the design. The combination of two coordinating yarn strands creates a blended colorway and adds subtle texture to the finished beret.

Yarn and Materials

The Lucie beret pattern calls for two complementary yarns held together as one:

• Julie Asselin Leizu Fingering – a fine weight yarn that contributes to the aerial, lightweight quality of the finished beret
• Anatolia – a second yarn strand that works in tandem with the Leizu Fingering to create the final fabric

The combination of these 4-ply lace weight yarns produces a delicate yet structured fabric appropriate for a beret's elegant drape and form. The dual-strand construction adds dimension while maintaining the refined aesthetic suitable for cold-weather accessory wear.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it an ideal project for crocheters who have mastered basic stitches and are ready to explore more nuanced shaping and construction techniques. The crown-to-brim method and two-strand working require attention to stitch placement and consistent tension.