60 g worsted (medium) weight yarn. Sample was knit using Caron Simply Soft Solids (100% acrylic, 315yds, 6 oz) US size 7 (4.5mm) needles—16 inch circular and double point Gauge: 21 sts per 4 inches (10cm) in Roman Rib stitch. Size: S (M, L); 16 (18.25, 20.5) inch; 40.5 (46.25, 52) cm cap circumference Pattern Stitch:Roman Rib Rounds 1 & 2: \*k1, p1\* repeat between \*s to end of round. Rounds 3 & 4: knit. Rounds 5 & 6: \*p1, k1\* repeat between \*s to end of round. Rounds 7 & 8: knit. Note: this stitch pattern is big and stretchy, so if you are a loose knitter, consider going down a hat size or needle size from what you normally would do.
A Cap for Sue
This pattern was designed in honor of Sue Suzenski, who succumbed to cancer in 2011. For any chemo cap, use a yarn that is both soft and washable. To test for softness, rub the yarn on the back of your neck.
Directions
Cast on 84 (96, 108) stitches. Join to begin work in the round, making sure the sts are not twisted. Work in the Roman Rib pattern until cap is 4.5 (5, 5.5) inches or 11.4 (12.7, 14) cm from cast on edge. Next round: \*work in pattern 14 (16, 18) sts, place marker\* repeat between \*s to end of round. Decrease round: \*work in pattern to 2 sts before marker, k2tog\* repeat between \*s to end of round. Work decrease round every OTHER round for one inch (2.5 cm), approximately 6 rounds. Then work decrease round EVERY round until six sts remain. Change to double pointed needles when there are too few sts to fit on circular needle. Cut yarn. Run yarn tail through last six sts and pull tight. Weave in ends.
