Star Crossed Slouchy Beret

Have you noticed how H-O-T the knitted beret is right now??  If not, look around.  I like a knitted beret because it keeps you warm now, but can transition into the spring and still be stylish and appropriate.  Natalie Larson has a great beret pattern on ravelry called "Star Crossed Slouchy Beret" (it's a free download).  It knits up beautifully with worsted weight yarn and is a nice pattern for practicing all sorts of knitting techniques: ribbing, increasing, decreasing, and cables.  Try it!

The top is like a pinwheel, made by doing a simple decrease with double pointed needles (dpns) or by using the magic loop method.

I followed Natalie's advice and used Malabrigo worsted yarn.  It is a scrumptious kettle dyed merino wool that is soft yet durable.  The colors are so vibrant and earthy.  I literally couldn't stop buying skein after skein.  Each beret used about 2/3 of a skein.  Here's what it looks like on your (my) head...

Have you ever tried taking pictures of yourself in the mirror with your cell phone?? Not easy!