How to Make a Cotton Chemo Cap: Free Crochet Pattern

Can I show you how to make a cotton chemo cap? I will use this free crochet pattern that is down below. I used Hobby Lobby’s “I Love This Cotton” yarn. It is very soft, but you must take special care when washing the hat in order to keep it’s beauty and softness. You will find a free version of the chemo cap if you keep scrolling or you can purchase the ad free pdf at RAVELRY or ETSY.

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There was a time I thought I would need a cotton chemo cap.

I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in October 2021. I had a mastectomy on the right side and faced the possibility of undergoing chemo. While I was healing from the surgery I felt a personal need to design stylish, functional chemo caps that would be beautiful to wear.

I have designed several chemo caps since my Breast Cancer Diagnosis.

They have been designed using yarns that are easy on the skin and for those that do not have hair. You will see a list of these free chemo cap crochet patterns at the end of this blog post. Before you scroll down though, let me introduce you to what you will need to crochet the “Blossom’s Of Hope” Cotton Chemo Cap.

Yarn used: Hobby Lobby’s “I Love This Cotton” yarn. 1 ball = 3.5oz, 100g, 180yds, 165m, in the colorway Pink

Gauge:
4” x 4” = 13 st’s across x 11 rows high
Make a swatch, ch27, hdc in 2nd chain from hook and in each ch across, ch1 & turn:
*Hdc in each st across, ch1 and turn* repeat 15x

Crochet Hook: H-8 5/5.00mm

STITCH GUIDE:

join w/ = join with
slp st = Slip Stitch
ch = Chain  
sc = single Crochet
bp sc = Back Post single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
bp hdc = Back Post Half Double Crochet
hbp hdc = High Back Post Half Double Crochet (insert hook from front to back around to the front again, HIGH above the post, above the 3rd)High Back Post Half Double Crochet Stitch Easy Tutorial
hbp sc = High Back Post Single Crochet (work in the exact same manner as the hbp hdc)
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.
prev. = previous round’s stitch
inc.= Increase-place two stitches in the stitch indicated in the pattern.

Special Stitch:
Sedge Stitch (SS) = place a sc, hdc & dc in the stitch indicated in the crochet pattern
Designer Notes: This hat is designed specifically for those who have lost their hair due to chemo treatments or suffer from alopecia.
1. Please check the gauge before making the hat.
2. Beginning chains do not count as a stitch unless otherwise indicated.
3. I do not recommend Dishcloth Cotton Types of yarn for this or any other chemo cap, as the yarn may be too scratchy.
4. Take care when washing this chemo cap if using Hobby Lobby’s “I Love This Cotton”. The texture and the softness changes after it has gone through a hard wash & dry. It will become a bit stiff and scratchy.
How to wash Hobby Lobby’s I Love This Cotton Yarn To Keep It Soft

• soak in lukewarm water. 
• Use a mild detergent for sensitive skin. 
• Use a bit of fabric softener in the rinse. 
• Do not wring and twist when the hat is wet as it could cause the fibers to stretch. 
• Gently roll your wet chemo cap in towels squeezing out the excess water. Use more than one towel if necessary.
• Then reshape and lay flat to dry. 

If the fibers become stiff, adding a little vinegar to the rinse water can help soften the yarn.

I’m thrilled to be part of the 2024 Cancer Challenge Blog Hop!

This incredible event is sponsored annually by Christine of Sweet Potato 3, bringing together many talented crochet designers who each create a hat pattern. These patterns are offered for free so that you, I, and others can make and donate hats to support those in need.

I’ve been participating in this challenge for several years, and I’m excited to do so again this year. All month long you can download the ad free pdf as a pledge to the Cancer Challenge, that you will make and donate this hat. I’m honored to contribute.

This is a wonderful opportunity for us to make a difference by offering comfort and care to those going through cancer treatment and the effects of chemotherapy.

During this Cancer Challenge you will be able to download ad free pdf crochet patterns for this fun to make cotton chemo cap.

1. Click the button below and it will take you to the free download page.
2.  You will be asked to enter your email address
3. After you enter your email address you will be able to download the free crochet pattern.
4. Place the free crochet pattern into a folder that you can remember that is on your specific device.
5. Make sure to return to the blog hop and leave a note of encouragement to Christine, the hostess of the Cancer Challenge Blog Hop.

Before you go, make note of this button below. It will take you back to the Crochet Challenge. Most of the designers are offering their designs for free during the whole month of October. Click the button below to get the information you need to get your free crochet patterns for hat donation.

As a Breast Cancer Survivor, I give all honor and praise to my Savior, Jesus Christ. His strength has carried me through, and His comfort has been evident every step of this journey. I also want to thank my wonderful family and my church family for their unwavering support. By God’s grace, I have been cancer-free since 2021.

The photograph collage below shows the chemo caps that I have designed since my Breast Cancer diagnosis. The links to the individual free crochet patterns are found at the end of the blog post.

Here are the links to Free Chemo Cap Crochet patterns.

• Double Down Chemo Cap
• Tiny Pearls Chemo Cap
• Peekaboo Ridge Chemo Cap
• Banded Mesh Chemo Cap
• Mesh Chemo Cap
• Simple Ridged Chemo Cap

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This pattern is protected by copyright© Krissys Over The Mountain Crochet 2024. 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.