Jade’s Beanie
Crochet Beanie Pattern
Pancreatic Cancer
I chose the purple color in support of patients with pancreatic cancer.
Today, I'm so excited to share something special with you all. As part of the Crochet Cancer Challenge, hosted by Christine of Sweet Potato 3. I've designed a purple hat to honor a dear church member we lost to pancreatic cancer.
Pancreatic cancer is a tough battle, and I am joining the fight by creating this beautiful purple hat. Purple represents awareness for pancreatic cancer, and my goal is to spread the word and make a difference.
My new crochet pattern is simple, cozy, and perfect for anyone. You won't believe how easy it is to make, even if you're a beginner! The best part? Every hat you create can make someone's day a little brighter.
The Design
"The Story Behind the Purple Hat - A Tribute to Our Loved One"
I wanted to share a little more about why I chose to design a purple hat for the Crochet Cancer Challenge. This project is close to my heart, and it's all in memory of a beloved church member who fought a brave battle against pancreatic cancer.
Pancreatic cancer is a silent killer, often diagnosed at later stages, making it challenging to treat. This is exactly what happened to Jade. She had been having vague abdominal pain, back pain and bloating. Before we knew it she started losing weight. At first, we thought she had decided to shade off a few pounds.
Talking to her one day after church, she said her symptoms were worsening, and the doctors had done numerous tests with no definitive answer. She said the next step was to open her abdomen and explore to see what was causing her symptoms.
They did surgery and took some samples for biopsy, which revealed that she had pancreatic cancer. The cancer had spread so much and done a lot of damage to her organs. She was given 3 weeks to live.
This was a shock to all of us. Apart from complaining here and there of the vague abdominal issue, she had been active all through. Jade lived for six months after the diagnosis and passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones.
This purple hat is a way to shine a light on this disease and support those affected by it.
I carefully selected the shade of purple for this hat, as it symbolizes hope, awareness, and compassion. When you create and wear this hat, you're not just making a fashion statement; you're sharing a message of support and love.
Together, we can make a real difference. Let's crochet for a cause and remember Jade through every stitch.
Yarn
I used Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-pilling Yarn 100% Acrylic, a worsted weight yarn. As I was preparing to crochet this hat, I knew that I wanted the hat to be soft and cozy on the skin. Something that will add comfort to cancer patients. Since I have used this yarn before, I knew it would be the best choice for this pattern. Even better, it is anti-pilling since I don’t like it when I make a beautiful product and after a few washes, it starts pilling.
The yarn is thick and warm enough for cancer patients to wear during chemo treatment or cover their heads for warmth especially if they lost their hair.
If unable to find this yarn, the following yarns will be an excellent alternative: Premier Ever Soft, Lion Brand Schitts Creek, Cascade Yarns Anthem, Caron Simply Soft, and Yarn Bee Soft & Sleek.
Materials
Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-pilling 100% Acrylic 185 yds (170 m), 3.5 oz (100 g) in Purple
Hook 4.5 mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
Skill Level
Easy
Gauge
17 sts x 12 rows = 4” x 4” (10 cm x 10 cm)
Finished Measurements
Toddler 128 yds/107 m
Child 140 g/117 m
Small 155 g/130 m
Medium 170 g/142 m
Large 187 g/156 m
Yarn Amount
Toddler 128 yds/107 m
Child 140 g/117 m
Small 155 g/130 m
Medium 170 g/142 m
Large 187 g/156 m
Abbreviations
Ch - chain
Sc - single crochet
St(s) - stitch(es)
Sk - skip
Sl st - slip stitch
Ch-sp - chain space
Scblo - single crochet back loop only
Esc - extended single crochet
inv sc2tog -invisible single crochet 2 together
Rep - repeat
Special Stitch
Extended Single Crochet
Insert hook into next st and pull up a loop (2 loops on hook)
Yarn over and draw through one loop (2 loops on hook)
Yarn over and draw through 2 loops (stitch complete).
Invisible Single Crochet Decrease
Insert hook into front loop of the first st
Insert hook into the front of the next st
Yarn over and draw through the first 2 loops on the hook (2 loops left on the hook).
Yarn over and draw through both loops on the hook (stitch complete).
Notes
The pattern is written in US Standard Terms
Ch 1 at the beginning of the round does not count as a stitch
The rounds are joined to the first ch of the same round with a sl st.
Pattern Instructions
Ch 12
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and each ch to end, turn (11).
Rows 2-72, (80, 88, 88, 96): ch 1, scblo in each st to end, turn
Join the band to the beginning band with sl st to make a circle.
Body
All Sizes
Round 1: With right side facing, sc evenly across 72, (80, 88, 88, 96).
Round 2: ch 1, esc in first st, * ch 1, sk 1, esc in next st, rep from * to last st, ch 1, sk 1, join 36 sts, 36 chs, (40 sts, 40 chs, 44 sts, 44 chs, 46 sts, 46 chs, 48 sts, 48 chs).
Adjust rounds to start of crowning
Rounds 3-8, (9, 11, 13, 15): ch 1, esc in first st, * ch 1, sk ch-sp, esc in next st, rep from * to last ch-sp, ch 1, sk ch-sp, join 36 sts, 36 chs, (40 sts, 40 chs, 44 sts, 44 chs, 46 sts, 46 chs, 48 sts, 48 chs).
Round 9, (10, 12, 14, 16): ch 1, esc in each st and each ch-sp, join 72, (80, 88, 88, 96).
Toddler
Crown
Round 10: ch 1, * esc in next 6 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (63).
Round 11: ch 1, * esc in next 5 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (54).
Round 12: ch 1, * esc in next 4 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (45).
Round 13: ch 1, * esc in next 3 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (36).
Round 14: ch 1, * esc in next 2 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (27).
Round 15: ch 1, * esc in next st, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (18).
Round 16: inv sc2tog around to the end (9).
Child
Crown
Round 11: ch 1, * esc in next 6 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (70).
Round 12: ch 1, * esc in next 5 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (60).
Round 13: ch 1, * esc in next 4 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to
Round 14: ch 1, * esc in next 3 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (40).
Round 15: ch 1, * esc in next 2 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (30).
Round 16: ch 1, * esc in next st, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (20).
Round 17: inv sc2tog around to end (10).
Small
Crown
Round 12: ch 1, * esc in next 6 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (77).
Round 13: ch 1, * esc in next 5 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (66).
Round 14: ch 1, * esc in next 4 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (55).
Round 15: ch 1, * esc in next 3 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (44).
Round 16: ch 1, * esc in next 2 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (33).
Round 17: ch 1, * esc in next st, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (22)..
Round 18: inv sc2tog around to end (11).
Medium
Crown
Round 14: ch 1, * esc in next 6 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (77).
Round 15: ch 1, * esc in next 5 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (66).
Round 16: ch 1, * esc in next 4 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (55).
Round 17: ch 1, * esc in next 3 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (44).
Round 18: ch 1, * esc in next 2 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join(33)
Round 19: ch 1, * esc in next st, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (22).
Round 20: inv sc2tog around to end (11).
Large
Crown
Round 16: ch 1, * esc in next 6 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (84).
Round 17: ch 1, * esc in next 5 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (72).
Round 18: ch 1, * esc in next 4 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (60).
Round 19: ch 1, * esc in next 3 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (48). .
Round 20: ch 1, * esc in next 2 sts, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join (36).
Round 21: ch 1, * esc in next st, inv sc2tog, rep from * to end, join(24).
Round 22: inv sc2tog around to end (12).
Finishing off
Fasten off leaving a log tail yarn of approximately 6”.
With a tapestry needle and using the long tail yarn, sew around the remaining stitches in a zigzag manner and pull to tighten. Sew it together and weave in ends.
