So, I'm a Liar, Part II

So, you see. I am a liar.

I had been seeing some cute berets (and free patterns) online and thought, "Heck. since I am a hat person, maybe I should make myself a beret." And so I did.

I was a little unsure about embellishing the beret (it just seemed too plain alone, since I didn't use that fancy yarn from the pattern), so I came up with a few options ...

Above is a single jersey flower. (Which is actually the hair clip because I had been unable to find my yellow pin ... I have since found it, attached to this.)


Three jersey flowers (I think they hang too low).


A ribbon flower.



And a darker gray (wool/bamboo blend) crocheted flower.

What do you think? Do you have another idea or suggestion?

Comments

beki said…
Ooo, I think the 3 jersey flowers are super cute!
10:42 AM EDT
Cindy Is Crafty said…
I am loving the hats, Lera. How about a sparkly vintage brooch for the beret?
8:52 PM EDT
Bonus Mom said…
The hats are gorgeous! I think you look darling in them too!
7:40 PM EDT
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