Named for the cuddly soft possum wool yarn with which it was first knit, the Plaid Possum Beret is a preppy and stylish addition to your golf game or jaunt around town. The beret knitting pattern features an all-over plaid/gingham colorwork pattern that’s simple enough for novice knitters but stylish enough for advanced knitters. Whether you’ve got your hands on some fabulous possum wool yarn or you want to keep it traditional with your own gorgeous sheep wool, this colorful pattern adds a touch of preppy modernity to a classic silhouette.

Skill Level: Easy

Basic Skills Necessary:
-knitting
-purling
-basic color knitting

Gauge:
Work 20 stitches = 4”/10cm in stockinette stitch using US size 6/4.0mm needles

Sizing / Finished Measurements:
-Adult large
-Brim Circumference: 22”/56cm
-Beret Diameter: 11”/26cm

Materials:
-1 pair of US size 6/4.0mm circular knitting needles
-125 yards sport weight yarn (main color: brown)
-100 yards sport weight yarn (contrast color; multi)
-1 stitch marker
-1 yarn needle
-1 small or medium faux fur pom pom

Suggested yarn:
225 yards of sport weight