Neapolitan Beret

Find the complete pattern in Inside Crochet Issue #53

This pretty beret, in a variety of colours and textures, was inspired by an Italian sundae. It may be sweet as ice cream but it’s also guaranteed calorie free!

Materials

* Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran, 55% Merino wool/33% microfibre/12% cashmere, 50g/90m/98yds
Yarn A: Baby Pink 603 x 1 ball

* Bergère de France Éclair, 74% acrylic/14% mohair/9% wool/3% lurex, 50g/105m/114yds
Yarn B: Neige 23808 x 1 ball

* Patons Flower Garden, 50% cotton/30% acrylic/20% polyester, 50g/60m/66yds
Yarn C: 3006 x 1 ball (unfortunately this yarn has been discontinued – we recommend Sirdar Freya or any aran/chunky-weight fashion yarn)

* Debbie Bliss Rialto DK, 100% Merino wool, 50g/105m/114yds
Yarn D: 23022 x 1 ball (unfortunately this shade has been discontinued – we recommend Pale Pink 65 as a possible substitute)

* 5mm hook

* Yarn needle

* Tape measure

Yarn Alternatives

This pattern is great for using up your yarn stash. Substitute yarns of a similar weight to obtain correct tension. A variety of textures and finishes is a fundamental part of the design but ensure they all require the same treatment in terms of washing/handling. Four colours have been used here but experiment with only two, used alternately, or go wild with a different one for every section!

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