Knitted Cloudy Sunset Beret

Experience the ethereal beauty of the Knitted Cloudy Sunset Beret, a true masterpiece that combines fashion and nature in a unique way. Crafted with love and care, this beret is a testament to the artistry of knitting. The soft, cloud-like texture of the beret envelops your head in a cozy embrace, providing warmth and comfort on chilly days. This beret brings that magical moment to life, with its gradient design that mimics the changing colors of the sky. It's like wearing a piece of art on your head, a wearable masterpiece that adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any outfit. Whether you're strolling through the city streets or enjoying a leisurely countryside walk, the Knitted Cloudy Sunset Beret is sure to turn heads and make you feel like a true fashion icon.

Skill level: Intermediate

Materials:

• Yarn: Alize sekerim "bebe batik", 100% acrylic, 3.53 oz/ 100 g, 350 yds/ 320 mt, 4006 color - 1 skein.
• Circular Knitting needles, 40 cm/ 16" long, size 3.5 mm/ US 4 and 5 mm/ US 8.
• Tapestry needle.
• Stitch marker.

Size and measurements:

• Size S/M: head circumference 52 - 53 cm (20.5 - 21"), height 17.5 cm (7").
• Size L: head circumference 56 - 57.5 cm (22 - 22.5"), height 19 cm (7.5").

Gauge:18 sts and 20 rows = 4"x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in garter stitch and 5 mm/ US 8 needles.Yardage:

• Size S/M: 130- 135 meters (140 - 145 yards).
• Size L: 150-155 meters (165 -170 yards).

Knitting Terms:

• st: stitch.
• sts: stitches.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• k2tog: k 2 stitches together.
• ssk: slip next 2 sts knitwise, then knit them through back loops.
• s2s1ktog: slip two sts as if to knit them together, slip the third one knit-wise, knit the three sts together through back loops (centered double decrease). You can watch my tutorial video below to learn how to knit this stitch:

Instructions:

With 3.5 mm circular knitting needles cast on 126 (144) sts.

Put the ring stitch marker at the beginning of rounds.Ribs Pattern:

Round: *k 1, p 1, repeat from * to end.

Repeat the row 9 times (3 cm/ 1.2").

Change to 5 mm knitting needles and knit one round, then work the following:

Repeat 1-4 rounds six (seven) times then work 1-3 rounds once.

Decreasing rounds:

Round 1: *ssk, k 1, k2tog, p 4, repeat from * to end. (98, 112 sts)

Round 2: knit to end.

Round 3: *k 3, p 4, repeat from * to end.

Round 4: *s2s1ktog, k 4, repeat from * to end. (70, 80 sts)

Round 5: *k 1, p 4, repeat from * to end.

Round 6: k 2, k2tog, *k 3, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k 1. (56, 64 sts)

Round 7: *k 1, p 3, repeat from * to end.

Round 8: *k 2, k2tog, repeat from * to end. (42, 48 sts)

Round 9: *k 1, p 2, repeat from * to end.

Round 10: *k 1, k2tog, repeat from * to end. (28, 32 sts)

Round 11: *k 1, p 1, repeat from * to end.

Round 12: k2tog to end. (14,16 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving a 6" (15 cm) long yarn tail, pull it through all sts and tighten tog. Weave in loose ends. Make a small pompom and attach it to the top if you like.

Happy crocheting/knitting!