Beehive Cap

The Beehive Cap meets all of the standard criteria for hospital chemo caps, plus it is a fun and quick knit appropriate to a wide range of yarns and heads.

Hospitals have a continuing need for hats for newborns and cancer patients of all ages. In general, these hats should:

• Be made of natural materials.
• Be machine wash– and dryer-safe.
• Include a brim or other shaping to distract from the lack of hair.
• Be soft and beautiful.

This hat is designed to fit loosely on the head; please choose a size smaller than normal if you desire a snug fitting hat.

SIZES:
Hat is sized for baby (14in / 35cm circumference), [toddler, child, adult s, adult m, adult l]. Each size is approximately 2in / 5cm larger in circumference and 1in / 2.5cm taller. This hat is designed to fit loosely on the head; please choose a size smaller than normal if you desire a snug fitting hat.

MATERIALS:

• 60 [90, 120, 160, 210, 275] yds DK weight yarn, preferably mercerized cotton.
• 1 set US7 (4.5mm) 16in circular needles PLUS one set US 7 (4.5mm) doublepointed needles, OR size needed to match gauge.
• 1 unique stitch marker
• 8 other stitch markers
• Tapestry needle