The nameless beret

Posted in Contest, Design Process, Inspiration, Yarn, on 15 October 2008 - 5:56pm

I can't decide what to call this pattern. I'm leaning toward "Poinsettia," because it reminds me of the star-like bracts of a poinsettia. I can't call it "snowflake," because there are eight sections, not six (I'm picky that way)-- plus there are already lots of snowflake-related pattern names out there. As well as flower petals, the lace motifs also remind me of cascading water, which is why I'm also considering "Carlotta," after Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo, Italy, which has an abundance of both fountains and flowers. If anyone has any other ideas for names, let me know; if I decide to use yours, I'll email you the pattern pdf free of charge (when it's finished!)-- and if I really love the name, I'll also send you the yarn to make it (Rowan Purelife Organic Wool*). *Rowan Purelife Cotton knits up at the same gauge, and could be substituted for non-wool wearers.

33 Comments

33 Comments on this post:

Too late for the contest, but just wanted to say - Beautiful beret!! What lovely work.

Posted by mel | 30 October 2008 - 5:41pm

It has a nice architectural feel about it, like pillars with soaring arches. It also reminds me of some of the beautiful rose windows in European churches. If anything, I'd suggest Rouen or Chartres.

Posted by MJ | 23 October 2008 - 6:57am

This is beautiful! It reminds me of kirigami and, for some reason, makes me think of Narnia. I won't try to think of a name because I couldn't come up with anything lovely enough!

Posted by lupingirl | 21 October 2008 - 11:14pm

The design looks architectural to me so what about Palladio -- for Andrea Palladio the Italian Renaissance architect?

Posted by Harper | 21 October 2008 - 9:10pm

I saw fuchsia and stars too - "Star Flower" comes to mind. Beautiful work!

Posted by CatMyers | 20 October 2008 - 5:35pm

I suggest the name Aster. In many languages the word ‘aster’ sounds alike. Moreover, in Italian ‘astro’ means both a flower and a star (just as your work does).

Posted by Liuba | 20 October 2008 - 11:29am

Well, I would call it "christmas crystal", as my first association. I do not know, but thinking further, somehow it reminds of some russian architecture, so also "Siberian Winter" would do. You see, I really like it - I could produce names for an hour for the pdf ;-)

Posted by Petra | 20 October 2008 - 9:52am

I like the "Stella di Natale" suggestion best. This is a beautiful pattern!

Posted by Anne | 19 October 2008 - 4:20pm

Gorgeous beret. The design near the fold reminds me of Fuchsia flowers. So how about "Fuchsia Profusion"?

Posted by Sandy | 17 October 2008 - 10:43pm

This probably won't be the most floral or pretty-sounding name offered, but looking at it modeled, it reminds me of how rain looks when splashing off of an umbrella in a heavy shower.I'd name it something like "Showers of rain" or something like that. :)

Posted by Thalia | 17 October 2008 - 12:25pm

I can see the stars, cranes, umbrellas, flowers, snowflakes, and several other flights of fancy. How about Fanciful or Flights of Fancy?

Posted by Terry | 17 October 2008 - 3:55am

I thought of fuschias, although I like most of the other names already suggested, too.

Posted by Alison | 16 October 2008 - 11:35pm

I thought Cathedral

Posted by Debbie | 16 October 2008 - 9:39pm

I like the star theme here - so I'm suggesting Stella, Starlight or Starlet.

Posted by Lori | 16 October 2008 - 6:20pm

Poinsettia in Italian is commonly known as stella di Natale (Cristmas star). Sponds fitting, IMHO.Also, a group of knitters is planning to start a Stitch 'n' Bitch in Como, more details here: http://tinyurl.com/3kmjh4

Posted by Typesetter | 16 October 2008 - 5:46pm

What about Carota? Your design (so pretty and dainty) reminds me of Queen Anne's Lace. The latin name is daucus carota.

Posted by Krysten | 16 October 2008 - 4:45pm

My Italian is rusty - I really need to bone up on it before our Christmas trip out to visit my in-laws. I think they must think I'm very dim since my Italian has been stagnant, if not regressed in the past 3 years!Anyway, lovely beret. I might suggest Cappello Cascata? I'm always amazed by your versatility and your equal skill in pulling off children's garments, women's garments, and accessories. Brava e complimenti!

Posted by Connie | 16 October 2008 - 2:23pm

My first thought was of the flower commonly known as "shooting star," but then I also thought the design reminded me of a flying bird, particularly the sandhill cranes that I often see around here (Wyoming). Their long legs are extended back when they fly. It's a beautiful design!

Posted by Aimee Nemeth | 16 October 2008 - 2:09pm

I haven't read the other comments, but "Parapluies" is my suggestion. I see umbrellas in this beret.

Posted by Janet Daniels | 16 October 2008 - 12:40pm

Interludio invernale?In qualsiasi modo lo chiamerai, sappi che il tuo cappello è bellissimo!!!Buona giornata

Posted by Cinzia | 16 October 2008 - 11:51am

Very nice! When I first saw the hat, before I read anything, I actually thought of a poinsettia! The second two thoughts that came to my mind were Super Nova and Starburst. Lovely hat!

Posted by Debbie | 16 October 2008 - 11:31am

Splendid beret, I love it !!! You look as Snow White... and If this fairy tale had taken place in winter she would have worn this hat... so why not... "Snow White Beret" :-)

Posted by Guylaine | 16 October 2008 - 10:55am

Gorgeous beret! It reminds me of a star (the kind in children's Christmas picture books). What about Estrella?

Posted by Kimberley | 16 October 2008 - 7:49am

I think that the hat is magnificent and graceful. To me, it reveals great skill but a beret often conveys a certain nonchalance. Given all that and its Italian heritage, I suggest Sprezzatura.

Posted by Svati | 15 October 2008 - 10:20pm

In the top photo, the lace reminds me of umbrellas. How about Raining Stars?

Posted by Dawn | 15 October 2008 - 10:01pm

Gorgeous beret! How about calling it 'the secret garden beret'?

Posted by Kerry P. | 15 October 2008 - 8:46pm

How about La Fiorentina? The flowery/fountainy shapes remind me a bit of the fleur-de-lis symbol of Florence, and it's a pretty name.

Posted by orata | 15 October 2008 - 8:18pm

I think it's lovely.. I would suggest "eightfold path" as a name...

Posted by Becky | 15 October 2008 - 8:11pm

Hello! How about "Azalee"? When I was a kid, I had always wanted to have that name. It means "she who sings", and there is a villa in Florence called Albergo Villa Azalee. :-)

Posted by Jeanie | 15 October 2008 - 7:46pm

I am terrible at naming things, but just had to tell you that I love this beret!! I will be watching for the pattern!

Posted by MrsMK | 15 October 2008 - 7:24pm

What about Ice Capades? It made me think of ice skating.

Posted by lanarossa | 15 October 2008 - 7:17pm

Your beret is absolutely beautiful ! I would quickly use the Villa Carlotta name because it is unique and after reading your post, someone else may take the name. Whatever name you choose will work for me.

Posted by Carolyn | 15 October 2008 - 6:40pm

How about Stellaria? It's the genus for a type of wildflower, sometimes white with eight petals -- see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stellaria -- but also references the idea of a star.

Posted by SaraJoan | 15 October 2008 - 6:40pm

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