woolly mammoth knits
designs and patterns by Linda Wilgus Champs-Elysées Beret by Linda Wilgus
Though berets were popular in the 1940s and 1950s, it wasn't until the 1960s that they became especially sought-after. One look at a picture of Brigitte Bardot, Catherine Deneuve, or Faye Dunaway sporting a beret tells one why: It adds instant chic to any outfit. This knit version of this classic piece features a cabled brim that is knit vertically and sewn together to create a ring. Pick up stitches along one side and knit from there in an easy lace pattern to the crown of the hat. Knit in a bulky-weight yarn, this beret knits up quickly, while the cable and lace pattern keep the knitting interesting. If you use wool, this toasty beret will definitely keep your head warm! If you have any questions, please contact me at linda.wilgus@yahoo.com. If you are a member of Ravelry.com, pattern support is also available via the Woolly Mammoth Knits Ravelry Group at http://www.ravelry.com/groups/woolly-mammoth-knits.
SIZE
One size. Fits 20-22" (50-55cm) head. Circumference of the inside of the brim of the beret is 20" (50cm), but will stretch easily to fit larger.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Circumference of the inside of the brim of the beret is 20" (50cm), but will stretch easily to fit larger.
YARNUSEDTO MAKE HATSPICTURED
Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Bulky [100% wool, 137yd / 125m per 100g skein]; color: 3068/Hazelnut; 2 skeins
MATERIALS NEEDED
Sport weight yarn, approximately 60 (100, 140) (180, 200) yds or 55 (90, 130) (165, 185)m of the main color, plus approximately 20 (22, 24) (26, 28) yds or 18 (20, 22) (24, 26)m of contrasting color #1 and scrap yarn for contrasting color #2. 1 US 10 / 6mm circular needle, 16 or 24 inches long or size needed to obtain gauge. 1 set of double pointed needles or same size as circular needle used. 1 stitch marker, 1 cable needle, 1 tapestry needle.
GAUGE
14 sts/20 rows = 4 x 4 inches or 10 x 10cm in stockinette stitch.
PATTERN NOTES
The brim of the hat is knit lengthwise as a cable. When the cable is finished, the stitch are cast off and the ends are seamed together to form a ring. From one edge of this ring, stitches are picked up and the hat is knit from these stitches. The hat is knit from the brim up on a circular needle, with double pointed needles used when decreasing to shape the top. K2tog = Knit 2 stitches together (1 stitch decreased)
LACE CHART
Sl1-k1-psso = Slip 1 stitch, knit the next stitch, pass the slipped stitch over the knit stitch (1 stitch decreased). P2tog = Purl 2 sts together (1 stitch decreased)) K3tog = Knit 3 sts together (2 stitches decreased). Yo = Yarn over (1 stitch increased). Champs-Elysées Beret page 2 PATTERN Cabled Brim CO 13 sts, leaving a long tail. (See charts below.) Beginning with a RS row: Row 1: P2, k9, p2. Row 2: K2, p9, k2. Row 3: P2, k3, slip next 3 sts to cable needle and hold in front, k3, then k3 from cable needle, p2. Row 4 and 6: As Row 2. Row 5: As Row 1. Row 7: P2, slip next 3 sts to cable needle and hold in back, k3, then k3 from cable needle, k3, p2. Row 8: As Row 2. Rows 1-8 form the three-strand bl Work three-strand braid cable pat Bind off all sts. Fold cable over and, using the yar a ring.
Hat
From one edge of the cabled fabric, pick up 99 sts. Place marker to mark the beginning of the row and join to work in the round. Row 1: [P2, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, sl1-k1- psso, p2] rep to end. Row 2: [P2, k5, p2] rep to end. Row 3 and 4: As Row 2. Rows 1-4 form the raised eyelet rib pattern. Work raised eyelet rib pattern 4 more times for a total of 5 times. Begin decreasing: Decrease row: [P2tog, k2tog, yo, k1] Champs-Elysées Beret page 3 yo, sl1-k1-psso, p2tog] rep to end -- 77 sts on needle. Next 3 rows: [P1, k5, p1] rep to end. Decrease row: [P1, k2tog, k1, sl1-k1-psso, p1] rep to end --55 sts on needle. Next 3 rows: [P1, k3, p1] rep to end. Decrease row: [K2tog, k1, sl1-k1-psso] rep to end —-33 sts on needle. Next row: knit all sts. Next row: [K3tog] to end --11 sts on needle. Thread yarn through the remaining 11 sts and pull tight to close the crown of the beret.
FINISHING
Weave in all yarn ends. Block for best results.
Copyright @ Linda Wilgus, 2009. All rights reserved. Please respect the creative rights of the designer and mind these rules: this pattern may be reproduced for personal use and for charity knitting. It may not be reproduced for sale, nor may this pattern be sold to third parties.Thankyou.
