10 Free Beret Knitting Pattern
Knitting hats are a favorite among knitters because they use a relatively small amount of yarn (usually only a skein or two), can be knitted up in just a few hours, are a great way to try a new stitch or technique, and are often seamless because they are knitted in the round.
In fact, you may want to check out some of these other hat knitting posts including baby hats, earflap hats, slouchy hats, and hats for men.
But in this post, we are talking about knitting berets.
Berets differ from other hats in the way they are shaped and worn. A beret has a fitted band to keep it on the head while the sides of it it are much wider.
A beret is worn with the slouchy part off the back off OR to one side while a regular knitted hat sits directly on the head.
How to you knit a beret?
There is more than one way to knit a beret! I’ve rounded up the 10 best beret knitting patterns and…yep! they’re all free!
Beret Knitting Pattern Highlights
If this is your first beret, you’ll want a how-to pattern. Pattern #3 is meant for beginners
Check out #4 for a classic French beret.
For lace berets, look at pattern #1, 7, 8, and 9
For a quick, chunky knit beret you’ll want to check out pattern #5
If you love color work and Fair Isle knitting, beret #10 is for you
Want to get twisted? Beret #2 and 7 include lovely cabled designs
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#1. Meret Beret Free Knitting Pattern
Well known hat knitting designer, Woolly Wormhead originally released this beret as a mystery knit along and it is now available as a free pattern.
It’s knitted in-the-round from the bottom up with an elegant lace pattern.
Uses worsted weight yarn
Designed by Woolly Wormhead
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#2. Brambles Beret Free Knitting Pattern
Eight small cables twist up the body of the hat before tapering off like vines, while larger panels accented with moss stitch weave in and out before opening up to form the bloom covering the top of the hat. There are no cables in the decrease rows, which take up most of the body of the hat. The whole thing looks way more complicated than it really is!
By knitting more or fewer of the pattern rows and through the magic of blocking, the hat can be imagined as a snug beanie, a light slouch or a giant tam.
Uses worsted weight yarn
Designed by Amanda Muscha
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#3. Salut Cheri Beret Free Knitting Pattern
An easy and quick project, suitable for beginners. The beret is knitted in-the-round with Stockinette stitch, from the bottom to the top. It has a rolled up edge in the bottom and an i-cord stem on top.
Uses worsted weight yarn
Designed by Sari Nordlund
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#4. Classic French Beret Free Knitting Pattern
A simple, tailored beret. No fancy stitches, just a showcase for a gorgeous yarn! Soft and light, just right for a wintry day in the City of Lights.
Uses DK weight yarn
Designed by Erika Larner
Get Classic French Beret Free Knitting Pattern on Ravelry
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#5. Knit Beret Hat Free Knitting Pattern
Weather calling for snow? Time to whip up a quick hat for fun outdoors. This chunky beret knitting pattern features a ribbed band and seed-stitch allover pattern.
Uses bulky weight yarn
Designed by Jen Monroe
Get Knit Beret Hat Free Knitting Pattern on Ravelry
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#6. Cabaret Beret Free Knitting Pattern
Looking for a super slouchy beret? The Cabaret Beret is for you. It’s knitted in-the-round on circular needles and features hand dyed Manos del Uruguay yarn.
Uses aran weight yarn
Designed by Pat Menchini
Get Cabaret Beret Free Knitting Pattern on Ravelry
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#7. Cable Rouge Beret Hat Free Knitting Pattern
Cable Rouge is a lovely beret style hat, that when pulled further down over the ears, can be worn as a beanie as well.
The pattern is straightforward and incorporates a simple cable and lace pattern.
The instructions are written, but also include a chart for the main body of the hat.
Uses DK weight yarn
Designed by Marisa Hernandez
Get Cable Rouge Beret Free Knitting Pattern on Ravelry
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#8. Snowdrop Beret Free Knitting Pattern
Are you looking for a vintage style beret knitting pattern? Snowdrop is an elegant lace beret with a vintage vibe.
It’s knitted in the round from the bottom up. No need to worry about reading charts - this is a written pattern.
Uses worsted weight yarn
Created by MS Designs
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#9. Spring Beret Free Knitting Pattern
Perfect for Springing into Summer, this slouchy beret is worked in the round using an easy to memorize lace pattern. Easy and quick, you can whip this up in the car on the way to the beach for the weekend! Two versions are provided for an extra slouchy and a less slouchy look (Do you just lounge on the beach, or do you get up and move? Either way, très chic!).
Uses worsted weight cotton yarn
Designed by Natalie Larson
Get Spring Beret Free Knitting Pattern on Ravelry
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#10. Gretchen’s Easy Tam Free Knitting Pattern
Tam is worked in the round on 2 different sizes of double pointed needles. Lower edge of Tam is worked in ribbing, on smaller needles, to create a stretchy fit. Body of Tam is worked in St st worked in rounds, with larger needles and a stranded color work pattern.
Uses aran weight yarn
Designed by Amy Ross
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