Crochet in a spiral to avoid a seam.

Section 2:
Row 12 - sc through back loop around -- 96 stitches
Row 13 - sc x 10, dec around -- 88 stitches
Row 14 - sc around, then turn
Row 15 - ch1, sc to end, then turn
Row 16 - ch1, sc to end, then turn

Fold band up to outside of beret.

Create a casing for a string to adjust tightness of band. Hold a length of 1/4” cotton twill tape in the casing area, and …

Row 17 - slip stitch just above sc in back loop row.

Use a doubled length of sasawashi to make a short cord and then stitch it into the center of the top of the beret.

Stuff a towel inside the beret and then block with a steam iron.