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I’ve always wanted a red beret. One day I plan to be that mature and eccentric lady with bright red lipstick and a red beret. Maybe that’s when I’ll finally get a big ol’ tattoo as well.
This red beret is a free pattern called Marie-Eve by Julie Asselin. It was a fast and enjoyable knit with enough stitch variation to keep it interesting. It starts with a two by two rib, then goes on to some beautiful lacework around the brim and finally a simple stockinette for the crown.
I used a rich red alpaca yarn that Donatello brought back from Colombia. The yarn came on a big cone, so I’m not exactly sure how much yarn I used. The alpaca yarn has a beautiful drape to it but seems to keep the shape of the lace quite well.
The beret is more of a pretty accessory than a functional winter-proof hat since it is very light. It is definitely designed for a crisp fall day rather than a Canadian February.
This is the medium size which measures 26cm /10 in in diameter and makes a loose, floppy style beret. I used 40cm/ 16 in circular needles in size 2.5mm/ US 1.5.
It looks like we have a thing for berets here on Kiku Corner, as this is the fifth beret project featured here. However, this is the first knit one, as the other four were crocheted. See them here.
I’d also love to try this pattern using some different yarns. A rich mohair would be super cozy while a tonal or variegated yarn would also make an interesting accessory.
Get the free pattern on Ravelry here.
Love this color! Thank you for sharing at The Really Crafty Link Party. Pinned.
Super cute!
Wish I could knit! This is gorgeous! #ThatFridayLinky
This is so cute and I love the red! Makes me want to get my sadly neglected needles out! Saving to my crafts board! Stopping by from the TFT link party!
That is impressive. Looks so beautiful on you!
Thank you for linking up w us at Creative Muster! We are pinning this! Many blessings to you. xoxoxo Sharon
Such a pretty beret, Tomiko! I learned about your from Morning Cup of Joe! Congrats on your feature! We would love for you to link up at Tuesday Turn About… we open on Tuesdays at 5pm CST! Hope to see you there!
I have been wanting a red beret forever! But they seem so hard to find. I am loving this one. The pattern and the shade of red you chose are so beautiful! Thanks for sharing and linking up.
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Red is my favorite color and so I just had to pop over and take a closer look at your pretty beret! Pinned 🙂
Gorgeous! I love the pattern! Thanks so much for sharing on Farm Fresh Tuesdays!
Beautiful color and love the pattern too. I will be featuring this tonight at my Fall into Fall party that opens at 8pm EST. Please stop by and pick up an I’ve Been Featured button. Thanks. http://diybydesign.blogspot.com