What makes this hat different is that it is knitted sideways. The border is knitted on at the same time and made to fit snug around one’s head by short-rowing; don’t let this put you off: it is all explained in the pattern and comes with a chart as well for those who prefer to work that way. Can be made to fit any size head and also comes with instructions for a child-size version. To be knitted with DK yarn, on size 4.0 – 4.5 mm needles.

This beret is knitted in the round with chunky yarn on 8mm double pointed needles. Tall Yarns Chunky yarns are ideal for this pattern, but it can be knitted with any chunky yarn as long as it’s light and lofty, so it keeps the hat from becoming too heavy.