Half Medallion Beret
Mari Tobita’s luxurious beret is worked in three pieces: Two lace semi-circles form the sides and are joined in the middle by a ribbed gusset. A ribbed band provides the finishing touch.

MATERIALS
1 (1) 2oz/55g hank (each approx 200yd/183m) of Jade Sapphire Mongolian Cashmere 4-Ply (cashmere) in #089 sock eye YARN WT = 3
One pair size 4 (3.5mm) needles OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
One size 3 (3.25mm) circular needle, 16”/40cm long
Stitch marker

GAUGE
27 sts and 37 rows = 4”/10cm over St st using size 4 (3.5mm) needles.
Half medallion = 8”/20.5cm wide x 4 1/2”/11.5cm high, using size 4 (3.5mm) needles.
TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE.