Chemotherapy Hat Pattern

My mother has many friends who have been battling cancer. So many people I know have bravely been fighting this difficult battle. One of the hardest parts about the cancer fight is going through chemotherapy. The process is difficult and a lot of times results in hair loss. In talking to people who have undergone this, they have said that it is hard to find hats that are not itchy, but at the same time are warm.

While exploring this adorable little yarn shop in Jacksonville, Oregon called Llamas and Llambs Boutique, (What a cute name right?!) I found the perfect yarn for a hat to keep a family friend warm through chemotherapy.

The yarn is perfect. Just perfect. Crystal Palace Yarns Poof is a soft yarn that is squishy and warm while having a softness that can be up against the softest and most sensitive skin.

Here is my pattern for a simple ribbed edge hat. Can be used with any yarn, but if using for someone going through chemo, I highly recommend the Crystal Palace Poof yarn.

Chemotherapy Hat Pattern

Cast on 40 stitches

*K1, P1 repeat from * around 4 rows.
Optional * P1, K1 Seed stitch repeat from * around 2 rows
Knit until length fits head, about 8 1/2 inches.

Start decreases for the crown:

*K2, K2tog, repeat from * around (30 sts)

Knit around

*K2tog, repeat from * around (10 sts)

Break yarn leaving an 8 inch tail. With a tapestry needle thread the tail through the remaining stitches pull tight and secure. Weave in ends.