Rolled Brim Chemo Cap

Knit Head Hugger
Designed by: Sue W. Thompson

Size:    Small adult head (large adult head)

Materials:

• 1 100Gm. Skein of Worsted yarn
• Set of double pointed needles, size 7 (or those needed to achieve gauge)

Gauge:

• 5 stitches = 1 inch in stockinette stitch

Directions:

Loosely cast on 100 (110) stitches. Divide them evenly between three of the needles. Begin knitting in the round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Work in stockinette stitch for 6.5" (7"). On the next round, begin decreasing as follows:

Round 1: (Knit 8, Knit 2tog) around.
Round 2 and all even rounds: Knit.
Round 3: (Knit 7, Knit 2tog) around.
Round 5: (Knit 6, Knit 2tog) around.
Round 7: (Knit 5, Knit 2tog) around.
Round 9: (Knit 4, Knit 2tog) around.
Round 11: (Knit 3, Knit 2tog) around.
Round 13: (Knit 2, Knit 2tog) around.
Round 15: (Knit 1, Knit 2tog) around.
Round 17: Knit 2tog around.

Cut the yarn leaving a 15" tail, weave it through the stitches remaining, and fasten off.