10 Comfortable Chemo Hat Patterns for Cancer Patients

Sew a Knit Chemo Headscarf

This simple to sew cap is a cross between a headband and a scarf. The stretchy band helps prevent it from slipping off, but the rest of it ties and looks like a headscarf. You can make it out of soft cotton knit, which is perfect for a child or use a silky fabric for a more sophisticated look.

Chemo Headscarf Tutorial from Daydream Believers

DIY a Double-Sided Head Wrap

This head wrap is as easy to make as sewing two rectangles together! It's also double-sided with a bit of the reversed fabric peeking out. Depending on how you tie it, you can make the knot match the outside, contrast with it, or even show a little of the inside fabric around the edge.

DIY Double-Sided Head Wrap from A Beautiful Mess

Sew a Soft and Slouchy Beanie

There's something cute and cuddly about a slouchy beanie. You can pull it down onto your forehead or let it hang at the back of your head more. Melly Sews shows you how to make this adorable style in any size from newborn up to adults.

The free tutorial on her blog teaches how to draft your own pattern or you can purchase the printable version for just $4.95.

Slouchy Beanie Hat from Melly Sews

Make a Reversible Turban

This reversible turban from Thriftanista in the City is a great way to keep your head covered while looking stylish. Plus it is two hats in one!

The tutorial shows you how to draft your own pattern, then all you need to do is sew a few quick seams. Finally, follow the photo guide for tying your turban!

Reversible Turban from Thriftanista in the City

Make a Top Knot Head Wrap in All Sizes

Sew this top-knot head wrap without a sewing machine! The look is similar to some of the other turbans featured here, but instead of tying, the wrap and knot stay fixed in place. The stretch velvet looks great, but you can work with any stretchy fabric.

And although a baby models this, the instructions work to make any size head wrap.

Top Knot Tutorial from Candice Creates

Sew a Simple Cap From a T-Shirt

Start with a t-shirt and in no time you'll have a simple cap to keep your head covered and comfortable. Because this uses the finished hem of a tee, the sewing is minimal on this project. Plus it's a great way to repurpose a t-shirt you don't wear anymore!

DIY Beanie From a T-Shirt from The Spruce

Create a Twisted Headband for a Chemo Cap

Add a little flair to a simple beanie style cap with this twisted headband. The hat in the picture is actually two separate pieces, but the effect is a hat with a detail. Use this tutorial along with the t-shirt cap above, working with fabric from the same t-shirt, or use coordinating knit fabric for a fun contrast!

Twist Headband from Snip-Rip-Hooray

Make a Glam Turban

When it's time to dress up an outfit and still keep your head covered, try this gorgeous pleated metallic turban! Make My Lemonade shows you how to sew this with detailed step-by-step photos. The instructions are in French, but Google Translate should help you enough to make one of these.

DIY Turban from Make My Lemonade

Sew a Chemo Head Covering

You can make this scarf-style chemo head covering with a bandana! With a few pleats and elastic, no matter what kind of fabric you use, this scarf should hold in place well. The post shows the full tutorial, but you can also download the PDF version for free through Bluprint.

Chemo Headwear Pattern from So Sew Easy

Make a Simple Fleece Chemo Cap

Grab some fleece and make this easy chemo cap for staying warm in winter months. Christie from Sparkles of Sunshine designed this hat as part of her series of "Pink Ribbon Projects". It's a great resource for making useful gifts for someone battling cancer, and even includes ideas for making a chemo care kit.

Fleece Chemo Cap from Sparkles of Sunshine