How to Crochet a Hexagon – Easy Beginner Tutorial

Crocheting hexagons is easier than you think – and so satisfying! With just a few basic stitches, you can make gorgeous hexagon motifs for blankets, pillows, bags, and more.

Crochet Hexagon Pattern

Hexagons are one of the most versatile shapes in crochet, and so fun to make! Their six-sided shape makes them perfect for joining together to create blankets, pillows, tote bags, cardigans, and so much more.

The best part about crocheting hexagons is that they require only two essential crochet stitches: chains and double crochet. With a little practice, anyone can master these stitches and start churning out adorable hexis.

In this tutorial, we’ll cover everything you need to know to crochet a basic hexagon motif. We’ll start with supplies and stitches, then move on to step-by-step instructions. I’ll also share tips and my favorite patterns using hexagons.

How to Crochet a Hexagon

A crocheted hexagon is a six-sided shape made up of double crochet stitches. To crochet one, you’ll start with a center ring, then build up the sides round-by-round.

Supplies You’ll Need

Crocheting a solid hexagon requires a few basic supplies. Here’s what you will need:

• Yarn: The yarn weight depends on the size hexagon you want to make. Worsted weight or Category 4 yarn is a good choice for beginners. You’ll need less than one skein.
• Hook: Match your hook size to the yarn – usually an H/8 or I/9 hook for worsted-weight yarn.
• Tapestry Needle: A large eye tapestry or yarn needle makes weaving in ends easy.
• Scissors: Use a reliable pair of scissors for trimming yarn.
• Stitch markers (optional): Stitch markers can help you keep track of rounds and corners. But they aren’t essential.
• Other notions: You may also want a ruler or measuring tape to check gauge and size.

Crochet Techniques to Know

Before starting your hexagon, familiarize yourself with a few basic stitches and techniques.

• Chain Stitch (ch): Yarn over and pull through the loop on your hook.
• Double Crochet (dc): Yarn over, insert your hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over again, and pull through the remaining two loops on your hook.
• Slip Stitch (sl st): Insert your hook into the stitch, yarn over, and pull the yarn through both the stitch and the loop on your hook.
• Space/s (sp/s): A gap between stitches. In this pattern, chain-2 spaces are used to create the corners of the hexagon.
• Magic Ring Technique: An alternative to the traditional chain method. This method allows you to work your initial round of stitches into a loop, which you can pull tight to eliminate the hole in the center of your hexagon.
• Joining Rounds: Each round needs to be joined by slip stitching into the top of the beginning chain. 

If you’re new to crochet, don’t worry about memorizing everything. Refer back to this list as you learn, and check out the linked tutorials.

Notes

• The pattern uses US terms.
• The ch-3 to start the round counts as a dc stitch.
• Instead of a magic ring, you can ch 4 and sl st into the first ch to form a ring.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Round 1: Make a magic ring. Ch 3 (counts as a dc). Dc into ring, ch 2, *2 dc into ring, ch 2; repeat from * 5 more times, sl st to top of ch-3 to join round. (12 st and 6 ch-2 sps).

After Round 1, you will have 6 sets of 2 double crochets (the sides), and 6 ch-2 spaces (the corners).

Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as a dc), dc in next st, *(dc, ch 2, dc) in ch-2 sp, dc in next 2 sts; repeat from * 4 times, (dc, ch 2, dc) in last ch-2 sp, sl st to top of turning chain to join round. (24 st and 6 ch-2 sps)

After Round 2, you will have 6 sets of 4 dc (the sides) and 6 ch-2 spaces (the corners).

Round 3: Ch 3 (counts as a d), dc in next 2 sts, *(dc, ch 2, dc) in ch-2 sp, dc in next 4 sts; repeat from * 4 times, (dc, ch 2, dc) in last ch-2 sp, dc in last st, sl st to top of turning chain to join round. (36 st and 6 ch-2 sps)

After Round 3, you will have 6 sets of 6 dc (the sides) and 6 ch-2 spaces (the corners).

Round 4: Ch 3 (counts as a d), dc in next 3 sts, *(dc, ch 2, dc) in ch-2 sp, dc in next 6 sts; repeat from * 4 times, (dc, ch 2, dc) in last ch-2 sp, dc in last 2 sts, sl st to top of turning chain to join round. (48 st and 6 ch-2 sps)

After Round 4, you will have 6 sets of 8 dc (the sides) and 6 ch-2 spaces (the corners).

By now, you’ll have gotten the hang of the pattern. You’ll double crochet in each double crochet around, and crochet (dc, ch-2, dc) in each corner space.

Here’s how to work Round 5, and each round beyond.

Round 5: Ch 3 (counts as a d), dc in each st until corner, *(dc, ch 2, dc) in ch-2 sp, dc in each stitch until corner; repeat from * 4 times, (dc, ch 2, dc) in last ch-2 sp, dc in remaining sts, sl st to top of turning chain to join round.

Repeat Round 5 until the hexagon is as large as you’d like.

Tips for Crocheting Hexagons

Alright, now that you’ve got the basics down, let’s talk through some handy tips and tricks.

• Maintain Even Tension: Keeping a consistent tension for flat, even hexagons. If the edges start ruffling, you might be crocheting too loosely – or you might have accidentally added extra stitches.
• Turning Chain: Remember that the ch-3 at the start of the round counts as a double crochet.
• Don’t Miss a Stitch: It can be easy to skip over the first stitch after a corner. Make sure you don’t miss it by accident.
• Blocking Your Hexagon: Once finished, block your hexis to set their shape. Pin the hexagon corners in place and spray lightly with water. Let air dry completely before unpinning.

More Hexagon Tutorials

Now that you can crochet a basic hexagon, try branching out with these other popular techniques:

• Solid Hexagon with No Gaps – This method uses double and treble crochet stitches to create a solid motif with no holes in the corners. Great for toys and bags.
• Granny Hexagons – The iconic granny stitch can be worked in hexagons, too. Fun for colorful blankets.
• Half Hexagons – Half hexagons are perfect for filling in the edges and corners of rectangular projects. To make these, you’ll work back and forth instead of in the round.
• Joining Hexagons – There are several ways to join hexagons – options include whip stitch, mattress stitch, single crochet seams, and more. Pick the joining method you prefer.

What To Make With Crochet Hexagons

Once you get the hang of crocheting hexagons, the possibilities are endless! Here are some ideas to spark your creativity:

• Hexagon Blankets – Arrange hexagons and join together for unique patchwork blankets.
• Pillow Covers – Sew hexagons together, then add a pillow insert for cozy, customizable pillows.
• Totes and Purses – Join hexagons into fun patterns to make one-of-a-kind totes or handbags.
• Coasters – Single hexagons make cheerful drink coasters.

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