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Alafair Beret

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This pattern is part of The Art of Warmth: 27 Hats for Every Occasion.

This pretty slouchy beret was inspired by delicate Japanese knitted lace and features an intricate every-row lace pattern that flows up from a ribbed edge. Knitted in the round from the band up.

Finished Measurements

19”/47.5 cm brim circumference.

8”/20 cm height from base of ribbing to top center of crown.

Measurements are taken after blocking.

Fits average adult head sizes 20-21”/51-53 cm.

 

Yarn

Approximately 200 yds/183 m of fingering weight yarn.

1 skein of Knit Picks Gloss (70% Merino Wool, 30% Silk; 220 yards/50g): Masala #25013

 

Needles

Size US 3/3.25 mm circular 16”/40 cm and set of double-pointed.

Size US 1/2.25 mm: 16”/40 cm circular.

Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge.

 

Notions

Stitch markers, tapestry needle.

 

Gauge

27 stitches and 38 rounds = 4”/10 cm on size US 3/3.25 mm needles in Body Chart after blocking.

 

Construction Notes

  • This hat is worked from brim to crown in the round.

  • All rounds on the chart are read from right to left.

  • Knitters may consider placing markers between the chart repetitions.

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