Crocheting a mesh chemo cap is fast and easy. The lightweight design is wonderful for warmer weather. Lion Brand Coboo Yarn is so soft to the skin. The free crochet pattern is found below, but if you would like an ad free pdf, they can be found on ETSY or RAVELRY.
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Please use this free crochet pattern to make chemo caps for a local cancer center near you.
I have been a patient at our local cancer center. They mentioned, when I asked, that a mesh chemo cap would be good for the warmer months.
The Cancer Center told me there is a need for chemo caps, for the guys as well.
I immediately thought, “I can make chemo caps for men. So far I have designed 2 unisex chemo caps That men can wear. The first is the Simple Chemo Cap. Second is the Peekaboo Ridge Chemo Cap. They both use Lion Brand Coobo Yarn. It is a lovely yarn. I believe it is the right texture for tender skin.
There are a few other chemo cap designs on this blog. I would love it if you would visit them and use those crochet patterns too.
Young Girls Chemo Cap w/fancy Brim Options.
Here is what others are saying about this Mesh Chemo Cap.
1. Loved this pattern. Very easy to crochet. (Janet)
2. Adorable hat …Great pattern! Fun to make! (Cheryl)
3. Love this quick and easy pattern! Great spring/summer chemo hat! To meet gauge I needed an H hook (Linda)
Supplies For the Mesh Chemo Cap
Yarn:
Lion Brand Coboo (3)
51% cotton; 49% rayon
232 yds/232 meters per cake
half of the cake was used. It is recommended lay flat to dry, by other’s who have used this yarn. This will help the yarn keep it’s beauty.
GAUGE:
4” x 4” = 16 st’s across x 8 rows high
Make a swatch, ch27, dc in 3rd chain from hook and in each ch across, ch2 & turn; *dc in each st across, ch1 and turn* repeat 11x
Hook:
G–6/4.0mm
Stitch Guide:
join w/ = join with
slp sts = Slip Stitch
ch = Chain
sc= Single Crochet
dc = Double Crochet
sp = Space
nxt = Next
st = Stitch
* * = Execute sequence between the stars, the number of times stated
x = Times; example Repeat 2 x or 2 times; 3 x or 3 times and so on
Special Stitches:
V st = V Stitch = (dc, ch1, dc) in stitch indicated, or dc, in ch1 sp indicated, ch1, dc in that same sp.
beg. V = Beginning V stitch = ch4, dc in same space indicated in the pattern. ch4 counts as (dc, ch1)
Watch this video below for a quick tutorial on how to crochet this mesh chemo cap. It will include how to crochet that small little flower as well.
Mesh Chemo Cap Crochet Pattern
CH 3, join in ring, or use magic circle (I do not use the magic ring in the video tutorial)
Round 1: beg. ch2 does not count as stitch here.
ch2, 14 dc in ring; join w/slp st to beg. dc (14 dc)
Round 2: beg. ch4 counts as dc, ch1
ch4, dc in joining st; *ch1, dc in nxt st, ch1; (dc, ch1, dc) in nxt st;* 6x; ch1, dc, ch1, in last st; join w/slp st 3rd ch of beg. ch4 (21 dc)
Round 3:
slp st into ch1 sp; beg. V in same ch1 sp.; *V st in nxt ch1 sp, skip all dc st’s;* Repeat between * * around; join w/slp st in 3rd ch of beg. ch4 (21 V’s)
Round 4:
Repeat Round 3
Round 5: If making a child sized chemo cap, skip this round entirely.
This is an increase round. The increase will happen by placing a V st, between the V stitches indicated.
slp st into ch1 sp; beg. V in same ch1 sp.; (V st in nxt ch1 sp, skip all dc st’s) 4x; V st between the nxt two V’s; *(V st in nxt ch1 sp, skip all dc st’s) 5x; V st between the nxt two V’s* 3x; V st in last ch1 sp; join w/slp st in 3rd ch of beg. ch4 (25 V’s)
Measurement check: 6.5″ (16.51 cm)
Round 6 – 13:
slp st into ch1 sp; beg. V in same ch1 sp.; *V in nx stt ch1 sp, skip all dc st’s;* Repeat between * * around; join w/slp st in 3rd ch of beg. ch4 (25 V’s)
Measurement check = length from top of crown 7″ (17.78 cm)
Round 14:
ch1, sc in joining st, and in each ch1 sp & dc st around; join w/slp st to beg. sc (75 sc)
Round 15-19:
Repeat Round 14; end off and weave in all ends (75 sc)
Finished Measurements = length from top of crown 8″ (20.32 cm); Width folded flat = 9.5″ (24.13)
If you would like to make the small flower, please watch this video tutorial.
How To Crochet A Small Crochet Flower
Will you be making chemo hats to donate to your local cancer center, or for a friend? Please let me know by leaving a comment below. I would love to know!
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This pattern is protected by copyright© Krissys Over The Mountain Crochet 2022. Do not sell, alter or redistribute this pattern in any way or form. You have my permission to sell your finished product, but you are responsible for the finished product. No Mass Production.
Yes, me and my friends are planning to make chemo cap and donate them to children with cancer in shelters and hospital.
Can we use your pattern?
Hi there Zerlinda,
Please feel free to use my chemo cap crochet patterns. Knowing that you are making them for children, makes me so happy!
I am in a crochet group at the senior center. I am making these for cancer women. I am a surviving breast cancer woman myself and clear for 5 years. My way to give back!
Oh…this makes me so happy! Thank you for giving back. You are a blessing to many. Through our hardships we can serve others. How wonderful that you are Cancer free for 5 years! What a blessing. I have been cancer free for 18 months! Praise the Lord!
NOBODY wants a MESH chemo cap to show her bald head through the holes!
~ breast cancer patient
Dear Kathy,
Normally your comment would have discouraged me, but a few hours before I saw your comment, a lovely lady sent this note to me through Ravely.
She writes, “Hey there, I wanted to tell you I just made your mesh chemo bucket cap today and it’s a great pattern. I’ve also made your mesh chemo hat many times. No doubt the Lord gave you the wisdom you needed to design a comfortable and lighter spring/summer cap. I make lots of chemo hats for a local oncologist’s office and plan to make more of your patterns.
Anyway, thank you for the patterns and for your blog. God bless you as you serve Him. And by the way… My side of the mountain is in the Tennessee foothills. blush
Lord bless you,
L-F
I understand your concern, and the Mesh style of chemo caps that I have designed, have been received very well. Before I designed the mesh chemo caps I asked those in the chemo/radiation/infusion department at my local cancer center, if they thought mesh chemo caps was a good or bad idea. They thought it was a good idea for the summer months. I was spending a bit of time at the cancer center, because I too am a breast cancer survivor. Even though I didn’t lose my hair, I was inspired to create beautiful Chemo Caps.
Kathy,
I found this pattern because my step-mom specifically asked me to look for a pattern that would allow for a little bit of air to get to her scalp. It has been incredibly hot here and she has not wanted to go sit outside to enjoy the backyard because all of her caps are simply too heavy to be able to tolerate the heat.
Your comment is such a blessing to me! Thank you. I have received criticism a time or two, but your comment has soldified the reason for designing this Mesh Chemo Cap. I hope it brings much joy and comfort to her. You are such a good daughter in law. Sending up a prayer. God Bless, Kris
My MiL is doing a brain cancer treatment that involves wearing head gear. Normal hats make the treatment overheat and turn off. I have made another mesh hat that DOES NOT make it overheat, and I look forward to making THIS MESH HAT and many more to help HER SPECIFIC CASE. Please choose kindness and curiosity.
Thank you so much for sharing your mother-in-law’s story—it really touched my heart. I can only imagine how challenging it must be for her, and it’s amazing that you’re making her hats that fit her specific needs. You’re showing her so much love through your thoughtfulness and care.
I completely agree with you: kindness and curiosity go such a long way. Everyone’s journey is different, and I designed this mesh chemo cap with the hope that it might be just right for someone in a situation like your mother-in-law’s. It’s meant to give another option for those who need something lightweight and breathable.
I hope the pattern works beautifully for her, sending up a prayer for her and you as well. Thank you again for being a voice of compassion and for reminding us all how important it is to approach others with understanding. ❤️
So happy that I found your patterns for chemo hats. I plan to make them and give them to people I meet along the way to give them an option other than turbans.
Thank you Linda! I am so happy to hear this. You are going to be a blessing to so many folks!
I’m making this for my daughter-in-law. Her battle has just begun and her hair is falling out so I want her to have something pretty. Thanks for making this free!
A friend and I are making a few for a 4-year-old in the hospital with cancer. If we like this pattern we will make a bunch to donate. Thank you for this pattern.
I began making chemo hats for local infusion centers 8 years ago, when my brother was diagnosed with Leukemia. Now I make and donate them because my husband has been getting treatments for the past 6 years for stage 4 prostate cancer. I just found your pattern and am making this hat for my cousin who just started chemo. I will be making more to donate. Thanks for sharing this pattern!
I am sorry to hear of your family having to deal with treatements and Cancer. What a blessing you have been to many, making hats and sharing your skills with others. God bless you. Sending prayer for your husband and cousin.
God Bless,
Kris
I have Metastatic Breast Cancer, and live in the South. I can barely tolerate hats, but my hair is almost gone. Even my wig is something I cannot wear for long. I needed something that would not let my head get hot. I bought some bamboo yarn for this pattern and hope that will help.
I hope it is a help to you. I can only imagine how hot a wig or hat would be down south. Sending prayer your way.
I’m preparing for chemo myself and wanted to try a mesh crocheted cap. I learned to crochet just for this – thank you for making it so accessible through this pattern and your video tutorial!
Oh Hannah, I’m sending up a prayer for you! I hope this pattern is a help to you and if you need any assistance, please don’t hesitate to ask.
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Thank you so much for sharing this free easy pattern! I made it for my neighbor who is currently going through chemo for ovarian and liver cancer. Made a couple in her favorite colors and she absolutely loved them. She said a few of the ladies asked where she got it from because they liked it too. I have made a few more to donate to the treatment center but would like to make some larger/looser sizes as well. Wondering how or where I could add another increase round or stitches?