Basic Hat Pattern

This pattern can be used for the chemo caps - use the smallest size. Rib the first 6 to 8 rows if you do not want it to roll.

Materials:
16” circular needles in size 8
4-5 double pointed size 8 needles
1 skein worsted weight yarn, approx. 200 yards
Row maker
Measuring tape
Tapestry needle

Sizes:
Small – 72 stitches
Medium – 84 stitches
Large – 96 stitches

The body of the hat:
Cast on number of stitches for desired size
Slip row maker onto needle
Connect ends without twisting
Knit in the round continuously for approximately 7 inches –
measure from where the bottom stops rolling
Stop at row marker

Top of the hat:
Beginning at row marker,
*Knit 10, Knit 2 together;* repeat from * to * until you reach the row marker again
Knit 1 row
*Knit 9, Knit 2 together;* repeat from * to * until you reach the row marker again
Knit 1 row
*Knit 8, Knit 2 together;* repeat from * to * until you reach the row marker again
Knit 1 row
*Knit 7, Knit 2 together;* repeat from * to * until you reach the row marker again
Knit 1 row
*Knit 6, Knit 2 together;* repeat from * to * until you reach the row marker again
Knit 1 row
*Knit 5, Knit 2 together;* repeat from * to * until you reach the row marker again
Knit 1 row
*Knit 4, Knit 2 together;* repeat from * to * until you reach the row marker again
Break yarn leaving a 2 foot tail
With tapestry needle, thread yarn through stitches and remove from needle
Gather stitches and tie knot
Using tapestry needle, weave in tails