Posh Petals by DROPS Design

Knitted beret in DROPS Nepal. The piece is

worked with leaf pattern. Size: one-size.

DROPS 225-14
DROPS Design: Pattern no ne-346
Yarn group C or A + A
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SIZE:
One-Size

DROPS 225-14
Finished measurements:
Chest measurements:
Full length:
All measurements in charts are in cm.

MATERIALS:
DROPS NEPAL from Garnstudio (belongs to yarn group
C)
150 g color 8912, blush

NEEDLES:
DROPS CIRCULAR NEEDLE SIZE 5 MM = US 8: Length
40 cm = 16”.
DROPS CIRCULAR NEEDLE SIZE 4 MM = US 6: Length
40 cm = 16”.
DROPS DOUBLE POINTED NEEDLES SIZE 5 MM = US
8.

KNITTING GAUGE:
17 stitches in width and 22 rows in height with
stockinette stitch = 10 x 10 cm = 4” x 4”.
NOTE: Needle size is only a guide. If you get too many
stitches on 10 cm = 4”, change to a larger needle size.
If you get too few stitches on 10 cm = 4”, change to a
smaller needle size.
Knitting tension – See how to measure it and why here
Alternative Yarn – See how to change yarns here
Yarn Groups A to F – Use the same pattern and change
the yarn here
Yarn usage using an alternative yarn – Use our yarn
converter here
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Yarn prices (per 02.11.2023)

Yarn (weight) Content United States
3.30 USD
DROPS Nepal uni colour (50g) 65% Wool, 35% Alpaca
2.30 USD
3.45 USD
DROPS Nepal mix (50g) 65% Wool, 35% Alpaca
2.40 USD
You can get the yarn to make this pattern from 6.90$*.
(*) Pattern prices are calculated from the smallest size / cheapest colour. You will find a prices
table in this print to help you calculate the price for other sizes.
All yarns are DROPS yarns. Color charts and updated retailer lists at www.garnstudio.com

Pattern for DROPS 225-14

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EXPLANATIONS FOR THE PATTERN:

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PATTERN:
See diagram A.1.

SHAPING:
Make the beret wet and press out any excess moisture. Place the beret over a plate
of approx. the same diameter as the hat. Place the plate on a glass so the beret is
not touching the surface. Allow the beret to dry and carefully remove from the plate.
Repeat after each wash.

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START THE PIECE HERE:

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BERET – SHORT OVERVIEW OF THE PIECE:

The piece is worked in the round with double pointed needles/circular needle, top
down. Stitches are increased and decreased as shown in the diagram.

BERET:
Cast on 7 stitches with double pointed needles size 5 MM = US 8 and DROPS Nepal.
Work according to A.1 (= 7 repeats in width). REMEMBER THE KNITTING GAUGE!
Change to circular needle size 5 MM = US 8 when you have enough stitches. When
A.1 has been completed there are 84 stitches. Change to circular needle size 4 MM =
US 6. Work rib (knit 1, purl 2) for 4 cm = 1 1/2". Bind off with knit over knit and purl
over purl. Close the hole at the top of the beret and fasten the strand well. Read
SHAPING.

Diagram explanations
= knit
= purl
= between 2 stitches make 1 yarn over; knit/purl the yarn over on the next
round (as shown in the diagram) to leave a hole
= knit 2 together
= slip 1 stitch as if to knit, knit 1 and pass the slipped stitch over the knitted
stitch
= slip 1 stitch as if to knit, knit 2 together and pass the slipped stitch over the
knitted together stitches
Diagram for DROPS 225-14

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(and not use the print option "fit to page").

Do you need help with this pattern?

You'll find 18 tutorial videos, a Comments/Questions area and more by visiting the
pattern on garnstudio.com. Have you purchased DROPS yarn to make this
pattern? Then you are entitled to receive help from the store that sold you the yarn.
We take pride in providing patterns that are correct and easy to understand. All patterns are
translated from Norwegian and you can always check the original pattern for measurements and
calculations.

If we get a report of a potential error, we will review the pattern and make the correction if
necessary. This will be done normally within 7 to 10 working days. If no correction is made, it
means that we weren't able to find any error/mistake.

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