Cashmere Beret: DK Version Using Rowan Pure Cashmere
The Design
We’ve updated our Churchmouse Classics Cashmere Beret pattern with a free adaptation to knit it at a DK-weight gauge—this means a softer, lighter fabric and a slightly slouchier fit. With an iconic shape and universally flattering fit, berets are never out of style. Add a pompom for a playful, tam-like finishing touch!
This simple beret lets our chosen yarn speak for itself—and we love what Rowan Pure Cashmere has to say! This DK-weight yarn is buttery soft, produces wonderful stitch definition, and—miracle of miracles!—tends to pill less than other cashmeres. Pure Cashmere is spun on the shores of Loch Leven, in a mill that melds generations of tradition with environmentally conscious practices.
The Details
FINISHED SIZES
Directions given for 19"/48cm size, with 21""/53cm in parentheses ( ). If only one number is given, it applies to both sizes.
YARN
Rowan Pure Cashmere (150 yds/137m) or approx. 150 yds/137m of an equivalent DK-weight yarn.
Shown in color 98 Olive.
NEEDLES & NOTIONS
US 6 (4mm) 16"/40cm circular and double-points, or size to obtain gauge.
US 4 (3.5mm) 16"/40cm circular, or 1 size smaller than gauge size.
21⁄2"/65mm pompom maker, optional.
GAUGE
22 sts/30 rows = 4"/10cm in stockinette stitch, after blocking.
Digital Cashmere Beret pattern. (Download.)
Printed Cashmere Beret pattern. (Requires shipping.)
Free digital adaptation for Rowan Pure Cashmere. (Download.)
COLOR: 90 Ink Well. Dark navy blue.
COLOR: 91 Celeste. Pale sky blue.
COLOR: 92 Dawn. Soft pale pink.
COLOR: 93 Port. Rich brownish red.
COLOR: 94 Chalk. Cream.
COLOR: 95 Light. Soft beige.
COLOR: 96 Lipstick. Bright orange.
COLOR: 97 College Red. Stunning candy apple red.
COLOR: 98 Olive. Under-saturated olive drab.
COLOR: 99 Potash. Silvery grey.
COLOR: 100 Flannel. Medium grey.
COLOR: 101 Derby Grey. Charcoal.
COLOR: 102 Brown Sugar. Light brown.
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