Originally Posted by nanjam62
Thanks for doing this..I'm a breast cancer survivor & can tell you that during my chemo the worst part was dealing with a bald head. So I'll offer a few suggestions if you don't mind. This pattern is great because it gives you a little fullness. I had a couple that fit close to the head & I just looked like I had painted color on my bald head.I could never find any that looked cheerful. Pastel colors are good as they keep you from looking so pale & sickly. I had a black one & always felt like I looked like it was going to be my last day so I never wore it. My favorite that I wore to bed was made from a knit that was satin on the outside & sort of flannel on the inside and it wouldn't get stuck on the pillowcase...yes, I wore it to bed because my head would get cold at night. Thanks again for doing this...you are going to add some cheer to someone who needs it!!
Namjam: I like your comment about a nightcap. My BFF went through chemo and complained of a cold head at night. I had a really nice long sleeved t-shirt, which unfortunately I "outgrew" Had fancy stitching on the cuffs, and neckline. On impulse, I cut off one sleeve, cut off the shoulder curve, added narrow elastic turned under, tied a knot about half way down and gave it to her to try. She loved it! Said it kept her warm, and felt like she had a pony tail hanging down, so it added some sensation of hair. Even years later (she's an 8 yr. survivor of breast CA) she still refers to that one as her favorite of all the ones I made her! LOL. Just show what you can do when you improvise.