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Beret and Beanie Hat Knitting Patterns

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Helen Ardley
Needle Size

US 3 / 3.25mm, US 6 / 4.0mm
Needle Type

Straight, Crochet Hook
Techniques

knit, Lace, Purl

What you need to know

Use DK yarn to knit two stylish hats for women, designed by Helen Ardley

Cleverly designed by Helen Ardley to be made with approximately 60 grams of DK yarn, all you need to do is pick which design you like best and away you go! Our beret uses stripes and a simple eyelet design, while the beanie hat has a more detailed lace pattern and is finished off with a crocheted flower. Download both knitting patterns today!

Sizing

To fit: average size ladies head, approx 56-58cm

What you need

Yarn: DK yarn or Light Aran, shade (A) Light Pink, (B) Dark Pink, 50g of each
Needles: 3.25mm, 4mm
Crochet hook: 3.5mm (for flower decoration)
Tapestry needle

Stitches and skills used

Cast on
Fasten off
Knit
Purl
Rib
Eyelets
Yarn forward (yfwd)
K2tog
sl 1, k1, psso
Basic crochet

Meet the designer

Helen Ardley is a knitwear and crochet designer with a passion for texture and colour. She's the author of knitting bible How To Knit, as well as Cute Crochet for Tiny Tots and Crocheted Accessories. If you enjoyed making Helen's pattern, we think you'll enjoy making her textured accessories. Visit this page to see all of Helen Ardley's patterns for LKT.

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