FO - No Hair Day Hairy Chemo Cap / Update - Hat Has Been Gifted

[auburnchick]

I recently walked into my local bank and spied my favorite teller who, I discovered, is undergoing chemotherapy treatments. She was wearing a cotton turban.

Instantly, I remembered purchasing this yarn (Berroco Chinchilla Color #7524):

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I immediately cast on for the “No-Hair-Day Hairy Chemo Cap.” The free pattern is located here (http://www.headhuggers.org/patterns/kpatt10.htm).

I cast on Friday night (2/13) and finished last night (2/14). I used size 9 needles.

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I made the small size, but the hat still turned out a little large. I found that rolling up the brim made the hat fit better and adds a little character to an otherwise plain hat.

I hope she likes it!

[Sewing Angel]

That came out really nice and looks super soft! I have some Yarn Bee Frosting, maybe that's what I will do with it. I'm sure you will brighten her day when you take it to her.

[Jan in CA]

That's pretty and looks warm!

[Marria]

Very nice hat. And very nice gesture, too. You're such a sweetie, Nathalie. :hug:

[chj]

Awww, that looks great! As one who has gone through chemo (twice), I know she will appreciate it, especially if it's as nice and soft as it looks!! You are sweet for doing that.

[daisysmiles]

It's really nice and a lovely colour (my favourite) and such a nice thing to do. Chemo is nasty to go through so I'm sure just the gesture will make her day :o) as well as being a nice present to receive :o)

[WandaT]

It turned out beautiful!! What a sweet thing to do! She will love it and it looks so soft and cuddly. Will probably keep her head warm too.

[Wanda Witch]

What a thoughtful gesture. I know she will just love it and the color is absolutely beautiful.

[cindycactus]

How sweet of you Nathalie. It is beautiful and she will love it.

[dustinac]

It looks great, what a wonderful gift!:hug:

[Doublereeder2]

What a wonderful thing to do. I am always in awe of the caring and generosity of the knitters here.

[Skater]

Wow, that's so nice of you. She'll love it. Nice color.

[auburnchick]

I just had to share that I gave this to the teller today. I didn't think she would be there because she works at different branches, but she's filling in for a gal who's on maternity leave.

I typically do things behind the scenes...I prefer it that way. So, it was a real treat (and a bit embarrassing) to watch her face when she opened it.

It fit perfectly.

This is the best part about knitting.

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[lelvsdgs]

Thanks for sharing that wonderful story! You made that gal's day I'm sure and what a wonderful thing to do. :muah:

[Dimpledapple]

The cap looks wonderful! Nathalie you are so kind and generous :hug:

[ritaw]

What a lovely thing to do ! The hat looks great and I am sure the lady reall appreciates you thinking of her:)

[Debkcs]

I can just imagine the happiness she felt knowing that there is someone 'out there' who cares for her enough gift her with a handmade hat.

Good on you, Nathalie!

[ArtLady1981]

Cute as can be!!! Way to go!!! :thumbsup: