Beret
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Beret
The Beret is a quick, easy sewing project available in two styles: one with a narrow band and another finished with bias binding. Both versions are lined and can be made in various fabrics such as wool, corduroy, denim, or cotton for the outer layer, with lighter fabrics like viscose or cotton lawn for the lining. The pattern is suitable for absolute beginners.




























#SoiBeret

gatherandease
I told you that the pieces from the two previous outfits mix and match. I. TOLD. YOU. Here is my Pattern Emporium Ocean Daze Very Oversized Shirt and Sporty Lounge Skirt. The little cherry on top is my Sew Over It Beret in size small. I'll show you another tomorrow. 😉 @sewoveritlondon #soiberet @patternemporium_kate #peoceandaze #pesportyloungeskirt #curvycovensews

sewoveritlondon
Take a look at our most recent makes in our new vlog! Find the link to YouTube in our bio 🎥 #soiflorencedress #soievedress #soijessiecoatigan #soiavaskirt #soipussybowblouse #soicityset #soiberet

sewmmoning_stitches
🎄✨ Wrapped up a cozy day at the Christmas market yesterday 🎉❄️ Each stitch tells a story, adding a unique touch to my wardrobe❤️ Patterns: Cocoon Coat and Beret from @sewoveritlondon #soiberet #soicocooncoat #sewoverit #sewoveritlondon #soipatterninsiders #soipatterns #sewingpattern #sewinglove #christmasmarket #handmadefashion #cozyvibes #winterstyle #germanchristmasmarket #germantradition #freiberg #germany #feuerzangenbowle #glühwein #deutschland

lynnie_blinnie_sews
Love this beret. So easy to make and a good way to use up scraps. Pattern: @sewoveritlondon #soiberet Fabric: Indigo denim from @rainbowfabrickilburn. Red denim and blue cotton lawn from @fabricsgalorelondon

fionathimble
Nova coat and Sew Over It Beret out in the wild! #papercutpatternsnovacoat #soiberet

sewing_in_spain
Divine December and #mymakesforthemonthdecember24 @sewmuchtodesign . . Two #stokxtulpentop top left and bottom right. A velvet dress for my friend mix of #soihettiedress and #samarilyn Two #goodtiemestee in net and VELVET as gifts. Centre is a brocade skirt based on #fgpeony #soiberet... I've made 8 of these! Reading cushions as gift for small neighbours There were more gifts, but I can't share them yet. . . Thanks Lou and the sponsors. . #sewingroundup

acorndaisysews
This is my @cashmerette #hampdendress made with a viscose wool check from @rainbowfabrickilburn with #hocuspocusbuttons by @pigeonwishes.shops I’m obsessed with these buttons and also I did mitres corners for the first time so I think this is my entry to #magamsewalongdecember #magamdopaminedecember I’d been planning this dress for ages but it was a bit of a rush job and finished at midnight before I needed to wear it (#fibromyalgia #essentialtremor) I definitely should have pressed it more but these pictures were taken after several hours / whole day of wear. The #cashmerettehampden came together really quickly and was easy to sew. I’d made a couple of toiles first to get the fit and I think next time I’ll move the princess seam in a bit. I tried some #patternmatching but it wasn’t entirely successful. Fortunately the robes hide it and no one will really notice. This takes my #whole30fabricchallenge total to 18.9m. I have about 50cm left so I’m thinking about making either a #japaneseknotbag or the #soiberet but it might be a bit too thin. After joining the @curvy_coven_uk I’ve decided to make yet another #sabellewovendress instead of a pair of trousers for work - watch this space! Whole 30 Fabric Challenge @pinkmimosabyjacinta #Whole30FabricChallenge2024 2 from stash a month @salixsews, @septemberfaden #2fromstashamonth MAGAM: Dopamine December @suestoney, @sewing_in_spain, @hportmanteau #MagamDopamineDecember #magamsewalong #plussizedsewing #memadeworkwear #memadewardrobe #plussizesewist #imakemyclothes #curvycovensews

sewoveritlondon
Our Beret is the perfect accessory to complete any look all year round! Rosie's version is made in denim to match her Lorna Pinafore, ideal for autumn and spring 😍 #soiberet #soilornapinafore #sewoverit #soipatterns #sewsitsofinstagram #matchymatchy #handmadewardrobe

lynnie_blinnie_sews
Just finished a #soiberet in pink chunky cord to match my #soifrankiejacket. Fabric from @minervadotcom #plussizesewing #curvycovensews #sewoverit

crafting_away_with_mrsa
I've spent this afternoon making the new @sewoveritlondon #soiberet pattern . It was such a fun make and it used up some fabric remnants that I had . The inside is just as lovely as the outside, I may end up wearing it inside out 😄 I made a size medium I think the outer fabric is corduroy, no idea what the lining is as both from the @poundfabrics remnant box I purchased at the beginning of the year. Sewing label #cosyclubhandmade #sewoverit#sewoveritlondon #memade#poundfabrics#sewover50 #easysewingpattern #sewnbyme #handmade

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whendy7
#MYMakesForTheMonth Joyous January and I’ve managed: 2 #soiberet - one tartan, one bouclé 1 elongated pair of joggers #ittakestwopants #forestandthread And turned a patch into a badge, ready for tomorrow. Thank you to Lou @sewmuchtodesign and to all of this month’s sponsors of a fun monthly roundup. #mymakesjan25 #sewover50 #sewover50jan

whendy7
First make of 2025 - and it’s a hat. Suzy @sewing_in_spain has made at least 8 of these and recommended it as a quick make. And yes, it would be if you don’t catch the lining in the binding and have to unpick it🙄. It’s the #soiberet and I made version 2 - with the bias bound inner edge. I thought it looked like the binding was completely hidden but a 1cm ‘band’ remains. I was pleased I realised this before I tried to use a contrast binding! All materials are from stash: bouclé left over from the jumper I’m wearing, viscose lawn lining from a @sewover50 challenge prize and a ‘scrap’ of readymade bias binding. I remembered to add a label (small Liberty scrap: last photo) to mark the ‘back’ (where the binding is joined). I made a Medium (58cm head circumference); the fit is spot on, and comfortable. Now I fancy a tartan one to match my Clare skirt (on the washing line). Yes, the skirt is a zerowaste pattern but I have enough leftovers as I had more fabric than the pattern required. #2fromstashamonth @septemberfaden @salixsews #sewover50 #sewover50jan #so50hats #mymakesjan25

sewmmoning_stitches
Such a pretty hat pattern from @sewoveritlondon Here are some pictures from my Beret that I made from leftover wool 🙈🤩 #soiberet #beret #sewoverit #sewoveritlondon #sewoveritpattern #soipatterninsiders #patterninsiders #sewingmyclothes #sewinghats #hatsewing #sewingforme #memadehat #memademexico #sewingingermany

sewoveritlondon
Introducing the first Sew Over It hat: meet the Beret! Quick & easy to sew, this little hat is a great scrap-busting project. Choose between two versions - with a narrow band or without, and make yourself a classic Beret that goes with everything, or sew the perfect matching accessory to your favourite me-made outfits! It's a great one to make as a gift too 🎁🎄 The Beret PDF Sewing Pattern is aimed at Absolute Beginners and is available in sizes XS to XXL. #soiberet #sewing #sewoverit #sewistsofinstagram #memadehat #memadeberet

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Happy Valentine's Day sewists! Don't you just love being able to sew your own wardrobe and matching accessories to boot?! #soihettiedress #soiberet #soipatterns #valentinesday #lovesewing #lovetosew

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A bunch of beautiful berets made by @sewing_in_spain! Our Beret pattern is incredibly quick to sew and it uses up very little fabric, so you can make yourself a whole collection, or sew them up for family and friends ❤️ #soiberet #sewoverit #soipatterns #handmadehat #handmadewardrobe

whendy7
To brighten up a dull day I started constructing a tartan beret… and then found I’d finished it! 😀 It really is a quick sew. This is made from the leftovers of my #clairskirt (made 2 years ago). Inside is lined with stashed leftover lining fabric, so once again I have a hat that uses #2fromstashamonth @salixsews @septemberfaden 😀 The pattern is the #soiberet . Version 2 - using self fabric bias around the inner edge. Tartan fabric was originally from @sarahsimplelifeuk #sewover50 #sewover50jan #so50hats #mymakesforthemonthjanuary25

sewing_in_spain
Working on my sofa camouflage look for #fashiononthesofafriday... Home from home as I have sofas and cushions this colour too. There might also be a last minute teal fabric there too. . . #lbpullover #stokxstadtmantel, on the sofa. My Stadtmantel is so useful for travelling.. With a leftover bit of the same fabric I made a #soiberet... Second photo shows what I look like if I let the sewist's assistant style it for me! 🙄 . . #memadeeveryday #iloveteal #wintersewing @vincci_hoteles #sewtravelwardrobe #cosomiropa #sewistasspain

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sewveryfunny
@sewoveritlondon launched their last pattern of 2024 yesterday. The #soiberet is a fun and quick project, would be great as a xmas gift and its a perfect scrap buster. Wore it together with my #bakerlooblouse . Ive had this pattern for ages and Im so glad that I finally got around to sew it. Im absolutely obsessed with this pattern and can’t wait to make a second one. I need to move the bust darts a bit and might shorten the sleeves a little. I hacked this one to have a button up front and love the look. I really like the big, puffy sleeves but might make one with regular sleeves so I can wear it under a cardigan. Hat: #soiberet from @sewoveritlondon in. Red corduroy Top: #bakerlooblouse from @ninaleelondon in a white cotton with a button up hack. Skirt: #soixantheskirt from Sew Over It in the same red corduroy. Ny skjorta och basker. Matchat med kjol i samma röda manchester, inköpt på @tygdrommar . Vill nu bara ha stora kragar och puffiga ärmar. #patternhack #bakerlooblousehack #bakerloohack #memadewardrobe #memadeskirt #swedensews #vuxnasytokar

thatssewhayley
Hot off the sewing machine, it's the latest release from @sewoveritlondon 🎉 I sewed this up before work this morning using scraps from my coat project (in progress) and one of my new labels from my @kylieandthemachine advent calendar. This was a quick and satisfying sew and a great scrap buster, perfect for a trip to Paris I have next year! 🇫🇷 #SewOverIt #SOIBeret #IndieSewing #IndiePatterns #HandmadeWardobe #MillenialSewing #SOIPatterninsiders

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“Fisherman Core ” is a new fashion trend for 2025. But… is it a “trend” or has fashion finally caught up with us? Perhaps @sewover50 has lured others into our classic, chic styling. The fisherman core look combines practicality with style born of iconic fashion items. Coats with high collars to protect against harsh weather, crafted wool, denim and cotton twill drawn from natural colours like navy, dark green, charcoal, earthy browns and pier-inspired creams. It’s a wardrobe that evokes a Balmoral style with a nautical aesthetic. It is a timeless style, not a trend, that we have mastered; dynamic looks worn in creative ways, with sweaters, cuffed khakis, pullovers and coats. Suffice to say, fashion has finally caught up with our great taste-hook, line and sinker! We are masters of the high seas and possibly the high street! 🪡Lou Check out these seasoned sailor On-Trend core makes… Pic 1: @judithrosalind has nailed the brief in her #DudeCoat in vintage wool, paired with a #refashioned vintage skirt. Pic 2: @gillknits has a new favourite lined #tn31Parka perfect for this look Pic 3: @eirenepaulidou shows us how to pair #adamspants with a sweater for ‘fisherman’ foundation pieces Pic 4: @damselfly.ca has created a cropped wool flannel #SpindDriftJacket Pic 5: @susanyoungsewing has paired a striped #HugHoodie,Twill #OttolineJacket and #SewingThea trousers for the perfect combination look. Pic 6: @omakmakes is layered up to beat the chill sea air in her #trBoxyPark #seamworkMilo #ClosetCoreOnyx and #MonroeTurtleneck Pic 7: @colleywobbles67 perfectly pairs a waxed cotton #mmtn31parka with a cream knitwear Hipster Hat How we style the accessories can really add to a look: Pic 8: @heathersewist has made the perfect fish #MMSwimAlongCrossbody and knit beanies to coordinate with multiple core looks #ArthurPants, #SeamworkBud, #CambriaDuster #LanePants Pic 9: @whendy7 pairs her #soiberet with a matching #primamagazine sweater #SewOver50Feb #SewOver50 #fishermancore #WearWhatYouLove #MeMadeEveryday #AgeismIsNeverInStyle

sewover50
Plaid fabrics have a timeless charm and can be used to create quite a festive garment! Indeed, several in our community chose this fabric for their holiday dress ♥️♥️♥️ Take a look at these fabulous plaid creations from our hashtags #SewOver50 and #SewOver50Jan 1. Sue @Suestoney used her family tartan for this gorgeous skirt. #ClairSkirt @LizHaywood3754 2. Charlotte @CharlottePB42 made an adorable #SewingLyra dress. @TillyButtons 3, 4 & 5. Wendy @Whendy7 also made a lovely plaid #ClairSkirt from @LizHaywood3754 and used the leftovers for the cutest little Beret. #SOIBeret 6. Jess @DaisyGrubber_Sews used a duvet cover for her striking #FibreMoodJudy 7. Emma @SewingDilemma used #Simplicity9702 to make a festive Christmas dress. 8. Solveig @Zoezu_Sew wore her pretty #MMEllisDress several times during the holidays. 9. Marcia @MarciaLoisRiddington also used duvet covers to make two wonderful plaid garments using vintage patterns. 10. Nicki @Crafty_Cotton_Reel made a fabulous Christmas dress with #Simplicity1609 ~ check out her post for a fun story! 11 & 12. Merrilee @MerrileeBoniface used scraps to make a fantastic patchwork vest to wear with her matching plaid dress. 13 & 14. @BiasedBodger layered her plaids with great effect! #SAHopeWovenDress and #FibreMoodRya 15. @EducatedDress made a cozy plaid skirt. 16. Penny @SewingAddict2024 adapted #NewLook6407 to make an accessible shirt for her daughter. We look forward to seeing more creations from our sewing community! And remember ~ the monthly hashtag for this year has changed. Add only the first three letters of the month! #SewOver50Jan 🤗🤗🤗 SMF🌸 #SewOver50 #SewOverAgeism #SewInclusive #SewingCommunity #So50Visible #DontTellMeWhatToWear #WearWhatIWant #WearWhatYouLove #IWearWhatIWant #StyleAtAnyAge

sewing_in_spain
As Spanish Christmas comes to a close, here is the last of my handmade gifts. In total I made 8 #soiberet! Including 2 for me. I was able to use fabrics leftover from other projects, all wool apart from the animal print which is fake fur. The linings were also leftover pieces too. . . Pattern : Beret by @sewoveritlondon . . I think I can join in #2fromstashamonth with these @septemberfaden @salixsews . . #handsewngifts

sewoveritlondon
Clueless called and they want this outfit back ☎️ This wool Beret/Amelia Jacket set is totally 90s and we love it so much! Our new Beret sewing pattern only takes a small amount of fabric, so it's perfect to make out of scraps from any coat or jacket. #soiberet #soiameliajacket #90sstyle #matchymatchy #sewoverit #sewistsofinstagram

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