Easy Granny Hexagon Cardigan Crochet Pattern Tutorial For Beginners

The Hexagon Wrap Cardigan is a timeless crochet project that combines the classic granny stitch with a modern wrap-around design. This cozy cardigan is perfect for chilly days, offering both warmth and style. With its unique hexagon shapes and intricate granny stitch clusters, the cardigan is not only a comfortable fit but also a visually striking piece that can easily become your new favorite wardrobe addition.

Crochet Hexagon Cardigan

This pattern is great for crocheters of all skill levels, offering clear instructions on creating the hexagons, joining them seamlessly, and finishing with elegant ribbed cuffs and bottom hem. Customize it in any color palette to suit your style and enjoy the process of making a truly one-of-a-kind garment.

Materials

Yarn: Hobie Horizon self-striping yarn and solid color for ribbing.
Hook: 4 mm crochet hook.
Project Goal: Each hexagon side should be 48 cm.

Part 1: Making the Two Hexagons

The hexagon is made in the round using the granny stitch cluster (3 double crochets).

Foundation: Make a magic ring (or chain 4 and slip stitch to join).

Round 1:

Chain 3 (counts as first dc) and make 2 double crochets (dc) into the ring.
Chain 2 (this is a corner space).
Repeat "3 dc, chain 2" five more times to form 6 clusters.
Chain 2 and slip stitch to the top of the chain-3 to close the round.

Round 2 & Up:

Start: Sl st into the first chain-2 space. Chain 3 and place 2 dc into the same space.
Corner: In the next chain-2 space, make a corner: (3 dc, chain 2, 3 dc).
Repeat: Continue making corners in each of the six chain-2 spaces.
End: Place 3 more dc in the starting chain-2 space. Chain 2 and sl st to close.
Continue around the hexagon, repeating this pattern until the desired size is reached.

Part 2: Joining the Cardigan Base

Back Seam:

Work a row of granny stitch down one side of the first hexagon.
Attach the second hexagon with granny stitch clusters, joining the pieces with sl st in the spaces between stitch clusters.

Sleeve Seams:

Work across the sleeve in granny stitch.
Fold the piece in half and continue making granny stitch clusters while joining with sl st.

Sleeves and Cuffs (Fitted Cuff Method)

Sleeve Extension: Work in granny stitch to extend the sleeve length.
Cinch: Use two rows of single crochet (sc) decreases to reduce sleeve circumference.

Cuff Ribbing:

Chain the desired length for the cuff and work half double crochet (hdc) in the back loop.
Attach the ribbing to the sleeve edge with sl st.

Bottom Ribbing and Wrap Straps

Bottom Ribbing: Attach ribbing yarn and work hdc in the back loop.
Strap Hole (Optional): Create a hole by making 2 hdc, chain 4, skip 4 stitches, and then continue with hdc.

Neck Band and Straps: