Breiwick Beret by Ella Gordon

Breiwick Beret

Knitting
December 2018
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
32 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in stranded stockinette stitch in the round
US 2½ - 3.0 mm
One size to fit head circumference: 56-61cm / 22-24in
English
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Inspired by vintage Shetland berets, this design combines traditional colourwork with a classic silhouette. Diamond shading and peerie motifs decorate the body, while the crown is finished with a star motif, a hallmark of Fair Isle knitting, for a timeless look that celebrates the beauty of stranded design.

Materials
Jamieson & Smith Supreme Jumper Weight (100% Real Shetland Wool; 182m / 199yds per 50g ball)
Yarn A – 2006
1 x 50g ball
Jamieson & Smith 2ply Jumper Weight (100% Real Shetland Wool; 105m / 115yds per 25g ball)
Yarn B - 75
Yarn C – FC34
Yarn D – FC47
Yarn E – 52
Yarn F – 125
Yarn G – FC11
1 x 25g ball of each

2.25mm x 40cm circular needle
3.00mm x 40 cm circular needle
3.00mm x 20 cm DPN’s
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers

Size
To fit head circumference: 22-24in / 56-61cm
Hat circumference (unstretched): 25.5in / 65cm
Height from brim to crown 9in / 23cm

Tension
32 stitches and 32 rounds to 4 ins over chart patterns using 3.00mm needles, after washing and blocking.
You may need different sized needles to match tension. Please check your tension carefully and adjust your needle size accordingly.