Chemo Hat Campaign
We’re partnering again with Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute (LCI) to support adult cancer patients in our community.
Ways You Can Help
LCI is in need of adult chemo hats, and our Charlotte Yarn community has been invited to help.
If you’d like to participate, here are the ways you can contribute:
• Knit or crochet an adult chemo hat that meets the requirements below.
• Donate yarn for another maker to use.
• Help spread the word to your fiber friends, guilds, or any groups who may want to participate.
Requirements and other important information
Chemo Hat Requirements
• Adult hats only.
• Hats may be knit or crocheted.
• Use cotton or bamboo yarn, or blends of cotton/bamboo with acrylic.
• Yarn must be fragrance-free, smoke-free, and free of pet dander/hair.
Recommended Yarns We Carry:
• Universal Cotton Supreme — Worsted
• Cascade Botanika - Sport
• Blue Sky Fibers Organic Cotton —
Worsted
• Juniper Moon Cumulus — Worsted
• Juniper Moon Ultimate Pima - DK
• Amano Sami — DK
• Cascade Ultra Pima Cotton — DK
• Cascade Pandamonium & Multis - DK
Pattern & Construction Guidelines
To ensure comfort for chemo patients with sensitive scalps:
✔ No large holes in the body of the hat. (Many patients prefer full coverage.) Holes can be in the brim of the hat for a lacy look.
✔ Minimal texture — avoid bumps, ridges, or anything that may irritate the head.
✔ No seam — please work in the round.
✔ Provide full coverage, including the ears and lower back of the head.
✔ No tied knots in the yarn. Use a Russian Join instead. (A video demonstration is available here.)
Suggested Free Patterns
Feel free to use any pattern that meets the requirements above.
Finishing Instructions
✔ Wash and dry each hat.
✔ Package each hat individually in its own bag.
✔ Include fiber content and washing instructions with each hat.
✔ Please do not use dryer sheets or any scented products.
Drop-Off
Please deliver finished hats to Charlotte Yarn. We will collect and deliver all donations to the LCI.
Thank you so much for helping provide warmth, comfort, and kindness to those undergoing treatment. Your handmade gifts truly make a difference. 💗