Berets are traditionally soft, flat caps with a wide round top and a tight brim… a lot like slouch hats, but the shape comes from the diameter of the crown instead of the length worked evenly. And beret crochet patterns seem particularly well suited to Spring – a little jaunty, a little lighthearted, still cozy but not so warm as a winter beanie. So as the sun starts shining and temps start rising, here are 10 free beret crochet patterns to inspire you!

10 Free Beret Crochet Patterns

Click on the name of the patterns that you like to go to their pattern pages!

1. Phannie by Phoebe Gaughan, on Berroco: This pattern is a perennial favorite! Perfect post stitches make this radiant beret pattern fun to crochet.
2. Bridgette Beret by Red Heart Design Team, on Red Heart: The granny stitch in beret form!
3. Twizzler by Charlotte Yue, on Ravelry: Love the combo of post stitches and a spiral here! This pattern is no longer available.
4. Wave Stitch Beret by Patons, on Yarnspirations: So nautical!
5. Hip Hip Beret! by Ellen Gormley, on Ravelry: Love the mix of stitches here (and the idea for hat modeling – what a great shot)!
6. Spring Grass Beret by Quince Tart, on Yarn and Spices: Lovely in laceweight – perfect for warm days to come! You might want to bump up a hook size or so – this designer tells me she crochets very loosely.
7. À Là Crème Newborn Beret by Brandi Reis, on Green House on Broadway: This one just for babies – and is too too cute! Precious!
8. Inspired by Taylor by Kathy Lashley, on ELK Studio – Handcrafted Crochet Designs: This lovely crochet hat pattern popped up on Hookin On Hump Day a while back – so pretty!
9. Marguerite Beret by Tammy Bailey, on Ravelry: I love the start stitch here – and how customizable this pattern is!
10. Big Button Beret by Olivia Rainsford, on The Adventures of the Gingerbread Lady: Self striping sock yarn makes this beret stand out from the crowd!

I can’t believe I didn’t find a single “Raspberry Beret” (totally showing my age there) – but red is certainly a popular crochet beret pattern color! I hope you’ve enjoyed this roundup – and some Spring time sunshine!

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