Here we present a classic duo of elegant little hats: one in knit and one in crochet. Made of pure silk with simple stitches, they are perfect accessories for those days when a hat (and maybe even a pop of color) is needed to complete an outfit. Create these hats with DK Weight Yarn. Hats featured here are created with Tilli Tomas Beaded Silk with Sequins and Tilli Tomas Beaded Plie Silk. Finished size is One Size Fits All, approximately 19"-22" in diameter. Skill level is Intermediate.
Slouchy Crochet Lace Beret (right in plain silk, bottom middle in sequined silk): It only takes 18 rounds to crochet this fast little beanie! Based on an elegant ripple stitch, this slouchy little hat makes a fast evening project. The hat featured in plain silk (right) is created with 138 yards of DK Weight Silk Yarn. The hat featured in sequined silk (bottom middle) is created with 138 yards of Tilli Tomas Beaded Silk with Sequins (American Beauty, 2 skeins). Suggested crochet hook is an E-4 (3.5mm) Crochet Hook. You will need a Tapestry Needle.
Feathered Knitted Beanie (top left in beaded, bottom left in pure silk): Based on one of the simplest classic lace patterns, Feather & Fan, this elegant little beret requires only one skein of yarn. The hat featured in beaded silk (top left) is created with 118 yards of Tilli Tomas Beaded Plie Silk (Parchment, 1 skein). The hat featured in pure silk (bottom left) is created with 118 yards of DK Weight Silk Yarn (1 skein). Suggested needles are US 5 (3.75mm) and 6 (4mm) 16" Circular and Double Point Needles. You will need a Tapestry Needle and Stitch Markers.

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