How to Block a Knitted Beret

Sport the perfect shape with careful blocking.

Many knitters swear that blocking is magic. The process of dampening, then reshaping the object as it dries provides a finished, professional look and solidifies the structure. While reshaping flat garments is fairly straightforward, a beret might be daunting, especially if you want to avoid large creases.

Things You'll Need

• Large bowl or spray bottle
• Standard sized bath towel (optional)
• 2-3 lightweight tea towels

Instructions

1. Wet your beret. A sturdy fabric can be soaked in a bowl of cold water, but more delicate fabrics should be dampened with a spray bottle.

2. Lay the beret out flat on one side of a clean towel if you soaked it. Fold the other half of the towel over it, and roll it up to gently squeeze out extra water.

3. Roll the tea towels into cylinders and gently place them inside the beret. Shape the beret into the desired form, supporting with additional towels as needed.

4. Set the beret on a flat surface and allow it to dry.

References

• Knitting Daily: The Basics of Blocking, Part One
• Knitting Brain: Knitting Tips and Techniques
• Knitty: To Block or Not to Block