I’ve intentionally made a beret this time, rather than another beanie mishap. The idea was a lace beret with a solid band, like a head band with a lace topper. It is Texas and it just doesn’t stay cold for long, so this would be something to stylishly keep the ears warm. I started with my favorite crocheted lace coaster pattern, then instead of finishing it off with shell stitches, increased it using a mix of V stitches.

I finished the beret with a single crochet ribbed band.

This was a try-as-you-fly kind of project, so I’ll work on a written pattern with another go. I really am pleased with how it came out.