Diminishing Bubble Beret

This beautifully textured hat features a unique bubble pattern that resembles cable work but is not actually cabled. The charming bubbles gradually diminish towards the crown, creating a stunning starburst effect that adds visual interest and elegance to your winter wardrobe. Not only is it a quick knit that can be completed with just half a skein of worsted yarn, but it also keeps you both warm and stylish during the chilly seasons! This pattern harmonizes perfectly with one of the stitches in the Cable No Cable Cowl, allowing you to create a coordinated look. When you purchase the hat and cowl patterns together, you will receive a fabulous 30% discount!

Available sizes include S (child), M (woman), and L (man or large-headed woman), accommodating head circumferences of 50 cm (20 inches), 55 cm (22 inches), and 60 cm (24 inches) respectively. Should you desire to create smaller or larger sizes, consider using thinner or thicker yarn and adjusting your needle sizes accordingly for the perfect fit.

For this delightful knit, we recommend using The Uncommon Thread Lush Worsted yarn, which is a luxurious blend of 80% Merino, 10% Nylon, and 10% Cashmere, providing both warmth and softness. Each skein offers 210 meters (100 grams) of beautiful worsted weight yarn, and you'll only need about 0.5 skeins to complete the hat. Alternative yarns include madelinetosh MCN Worsted, Tosh Chunky, Tosh Merino, and Lana Grossa Cool Wool Merino Big. Most aran or worsted weight yarns will also work beautifully for this pattern.

For optimal results, the gauge after washing and blocking is 16 stitches and 28 rows over a 10 cm (4 inch) swatch, worked in the round. You'll need circular needles in sizes 4.5 mm (US 7) and 5.5 mm (US 9), ideally a 40-inch length, for effective and comfortable knitting.

Don't miss the chance to add this fashionable and functional hat to your knitting repertoire. Whether you're making it as a gift or for your own collection, it’s sure to be a favorite!