A quick-to-crochet beret for a stylin' toddler, child, or adult! Richly striped in red and orange with seaming detail and a nice, wide brim. A super cute hat with lots of panache that can be made in just a few hours on a BIG size N hook.

A great crochet pattern that will work up fast and earn lots of great compliments!

Shown in a Merino Wool/Acrylic blend bulky yarn.

Finished Crocheted Measurements:S (M, L) for toddler through adult.

Skill Level:

Yarn Used: GGH Aspen (50% Merino Wool/50% Acrylic; 1.75oz/50g [62yds/57m] per ball: 1 ball in Red #4 (Color A) and 1 ball in Orange #2 (or if not available, Burnt Orange #44) (Color B).

Gauge(s):
Pattern Gauge: 2 sc = 1" and approximately 4 rows or rnds = 1.5" in basic sc stitch on SizeN/15 [10mm] crochet hook.
Yarn Label Gauge and Information:A bulky weight yarn with a gauge of 10 stitches = 4" on US size 10 3/4 to 11 needles..

Total Yardage Required: Approximately 62yds [57m] EACH of Color A and Color B required.

Some suggested yarn substitutes to try:
Madeleine Tosh Chunky
Malabrigo Yarn Chunky
Lion Brand Wool-Ease Think and Quick
Cascade Yarns Pacific Chunky
Wendy Mode Chunky
Knitpicks Biggo
Misti Alpaca Tonos Chunky
If you have a yarn substitute to suggest for this project, email us!

Crochet Hook Used: Size N/15 [10mm] crochet hook.

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