Acorn Squash Beret by Yarn Citizen Design Team

Acorn Squash Beret

Knitting
January 2026
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 27 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette Stitch
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
200 - 211 yards (183 - 193 m)
One Size
English
This pattern is available for free.

Skill Level:
Intermediate

Size:
One Size

Finished Measurements:
Brim circumference: 18”, unstretched
Will stretch to fit up to 26” head, 11” diameter
across top.

Gauge:
18 sts x 27 rows = 4” in Stockinette stitch on
larger needles
Take time to check gauge.

Materials:
Yarn Citizen Unity Worsted (worsted weight; 100% wool; 211 yds / 100g per skein): 1 skein, shown in Bristlecone

Needles: US Size 5 (3.75 mm) set of 5 DPNs, US Size 8 (5.00 mm) set of 5 DPNs, and US Size 8 (5.00 mm) 24” circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge
Notions: Two 7/8” buttons, stitch markers, cable needle, tapestry needle

Pattern Notes:
The brim of the hat is worked flat. The piece is then overalpped, joined and the body of the hat is worked in the round to finish. Decorative buttons are attached later.

Cable section is charted.