This pattern is a downloadable PDF file.

This beret is fun to knit and fun to wear with its lace brim and colorful stripes. Since the pattern is offered in sizes ranging from baby to adult, this is a hat that everyone in your family can enjoy. Molly calls for a fingering weight alpaca which results in a warm lightweight piece but this hat could also use up those leftover sock yarns. Work Molly in a solid color for a more conservative style or stripe randomly for a look all your own!
-Alana Dakos, designer

Size:  Extra Small (Small, Medium Large, Extra Large)
Please note that the brim will stretch with wear so if you are in between sizes go down one size to ensure proper fit.

To Fit: Baby (Toddler, Child, Small Adult, Large Adult)

Finished Measurements:
Brim circumference - approx. 14 (16, 18, 20, 22)" unstretched, after blocking
Length - approx. 5.5 (6, 7, 8.5, 9)" from cast on edge; or 6 (7, 8, 9.5, 10) for a slouchier version

Yarn:
Solid version - 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) skeins Artesano 100% Alpaca 4 Ply (100% Alpaca, 50g/200yds); or approx. 145 (165, 185, 215, 245) yds
Striped version - 1 skein in each of two colors of Artesano 100% Alpaca 4 Ply; or approx. 85 (95, 105, 125, 145) yds of main color and 60 (70, 80, 90, 100) yds of contrasting color

Needles: US 1 (2.25mm) 16" circular; US 3 (3.25mm) 16" circular and DPNs

Gauge: 32 sts and 38 rows = 4" in stockinette stitch on US 3 needles