How to Crochet an EASY Cardigan from Two Simple Hexagons - Free Pattern

[@bukimeisu]

Edit: for people getting stuck on stitch counts per row, the written pattern may be wrong. Follow the first 25 minutes of this video very closely (slow it down if you gotta), and just repeat the two different types of rows until the sleeve part is long enough for you. Your final row should be dc stitches (not window stitches) and this pattern is forgiving enough to add an extra stitch or two per side to make them the same. I found a lot of my issues were when I went on auto-pilot and ended up skipping a chain in the window rows, so i would then miss a dc in the next row, making it a stitch too short in the next window row. Just add the missing window to the stitch it was supposed to end on. As long as you are careful and only do it once or twice, you should be ok. Firstly, I need to thank you immensely for the tutorials for this-in literally every format. Thank you so much! Easy patterns for plus sizes are really hard to find, especially ones where custom fitting is as simple as adding a row or two, but this is the best pattern so far. I love how its looking so far and I am confident this will be my ultimate favorite sweater! Now, I may just be a slow crocheter, and I am making the 5X (i might make it a little bigger, idk yet) but I can say so far that this is quite a time consuming project for plus sizes. It is gorgeous and easy, I WOULD TOTALLY RECOMMEND IT FOR BEGINNERS, but one hexagon at 30 rows has taken me about 20 hours (it slowed down to a crawl of about one row per hour for me around row 25ish). If you struggle with sticking to one project, smaller sizes of this are going to be easy and quick, but larger sizes are gonna take a while. Again though, thank you a million times for this pattern and tutorial. It was exactly what I was looking for!

[@suzannespeight414]

I've made 4 of these so far. I'm on my 5th one for my oldest daughter. My favorite pattern.

[@bittersweet2472]

Do you remember many balls of yarn did it took you to do one? :) I want to make this but don’t want to run out of yarn halfway through

[@suzannespeight414]

Sorry I dont

[@annefresia2102]

@@bittersweet2472 if you pause the video at the 44 second mark, you will see the pattern and it shows how much yarn the patterns calls for for each size.

[@SoyBillonaria777]

@@annefresia2102 Thank you!! 😗

[@karks_hern2292]

Haha ur likes r on 69

[@2busysecretary]

I've made a bunch of these and you can make the sleeves smaller by stopping the hexagon before it is full size, then stitching the sleeve and then adding around the hexagon until the side of the sweater is the size you want. Then add your scallop or trim. They are fun to make using up a lot of left over yarn too.

[@makedocrew1717]

Thanks for the tip! I'm glad you're enjoying making them!

[@kenzigray6617]

who’s here from tiktok ahahah

[@heyyypeoplesss3352]

Me lol

[@claricesleavitt7358]

ME!

[@saadiafaraz6299]

Same here lol😂

[@Idk-kp2pl]

Me

[@tylera5598]

I'm here from a rainbow cardigan tutorial :]

[@evelinkiss849]

Thank you for the tutorial! I just made it myself with little changes on the pattern (different cuff and treble crochet border), and I love it! Now all my family members want one 😅

[@cpgde]

I just finished my cardigan and I love it! It is so beautiful! Your video and written instructions were amazing and very easy to follow. So as I sit here in Montana with a foot of new snow and subzero temps, once spring arrives, I have a beautiful sweater to wear during the warmer temps. Thank you for taking your time to do this for us. Take care - Barbara

[@holly4kid]

I really, really appreciate you giving left handed instructions verbally or in the written form. More pattern designers need to do this, so it most appreciated.

[@merveduman2112]

Thank you for this video and explanation. I have two question: 1) I am making the M size, so I finished the hexagon after 24th row. Now I have 95 stitches on the rows 2-6. When I do the hexagons extension for the left part, (sides 5 and 4) for 4 rows, I end up having 104 stitches instead of 109 and tried it many times. What do you think causes this? 2) Is the number of extension rows same for all the sizes? I mean, 4 rows of hexagon extensions and 8 rows of sleeve extensions, is that it?

[@hopeschmidt6587]

I've watched this video so many times, because I like the patternt so much! Whenever I think of making a sweater, I mostly choose this one, because it can be easily adjusted for a baby sweater! Thank you! God LOVES you!

[@PumpkinSpice1960]

I love Make and Do Crew and I love everything they make,but I must say thank goodness for the written pattern !!!!

[@moonlg1571]

Took me around 4 tries to get the first hexagon shape right , finally got it correct , let’s see how it goes !

[@baohanoan5164]

I did this cardigan for myself and it's really cute. Thank you for making this video 😚😚😚😚😚😚😚

[@habibaahmedal-tayeb8955]

How long did it take you to finish it ?

[@pattylovescrafting5544]

Thank you for the lefty instructions. What a beautiful cardigan.

[@kathydesjourdy4607]

I find your tutorials very easy to follow and done extremely well. Everyone works differently. The content is what I look for, thank you.

[@makedocrew1717]

Thank you so much for the feedback, Kathy! I'm happy to hear that you enjoy the videos. Happy Crocheting!

[@judithestes6361]

You gave very clear directions. I like that there are no background noise or fill in music so I can concentrate on your directions. Can't wait to start! I always listen all the way through first before I start to be sure I can follow along corectly. This is very good and easy to listen to.

[@thelmaharper4099]

Christa I doe love your channel and y explane everything so slow and understanding with love in every stitch and project.your so understanding and patients to thky

[@annpapadopulo]

Just purchased the pattern and now going to give it a go - gorgeous sweater cannot wait to make it

[@NtandoMbele]

Just completed my first... Best pattern I've ever attempted. So simple. I already have a few relatives asking for one

[@zoharhashahar2792]

Hey dose it take a lot of yarn? How much yarn did you use?

[@NtandoMbele]

@@zoharhashahar2792 about 500g for size 34

[@Alauer11]

Thank you for this wonderful pattern. Clearly and very good explained, easy to follow the instructions. Have crocheted four of the cardigans in different colours and with different yarns. It also looks great when working with yarn cakes.

[@dwjp404]

Hi..can you answer some questions for me?

[@Alauer11]

@@dwjp404 Which ones?😀

[@dwjp404]

@@Alauer11 brunch cardigan

[@allasalute3379]

Beautiful cardigan. Thank so much for amazing master class. I stared making one.

[@sonja0707]

Ok I have calmed down and I found it after 10 attempts. I refuse to let my dyslexia and adhd get he better if me. I love this pattern so much a and by nook and cranny I will get it done!!!!

[@christinepastrich1375]

I’ve made these in child sizes- turns out beautifully! It’s such a great pattern:). Can’t wait to get started on one for me!!👍🏼

[@sunithanidamarty3810]

Could you please tell for 7year old what size would be ideal?

[@charlenevarry7779]

Definitely going to make this. Must go and get the yarn. Since it is Mother's Day today I think this will be my present to myself.

[@makedocrew1717]

I think that's a great idea. You deserve it!

[@overnightcookies]

Thank you for this beautiful pattern and easy video tutorial. I just want to know, how many ball of yarn to make this M/L size?

[@julietmitchell4476]

Finished my two hexagon cardigan, it looks so good. My next project is the alchemy cardigan, I have received the full pattern and part 1 and 2 tutorial can't wait to bye my wool... love make and do crewxxxxxx

[@Cr4ftym00]

I’m loving this pattern, my first one I absolutely love it ❤️❤️ my first cardigan, thanks for a great tutorial 😊

[@dylan-yk8hd]

absolutely lovely pattern!! and your voice is so soothing. if you don't already, i would love to hear a podcast/ audiobook read by you! xx

[@SaffronJ7R]

Thank you for sharing your beautiful work

[@kevywilliams3304]

A lot of work to make this video !!!! Thank you !!!!❤

[@lannynjoo2399]

Thank you, just finished making one.

[@cynthiamolenaar770]

Wow! What a nice pattern and good explaining in this video! I’ve got a question: Is there a reason why you’re alternating hook under and hook over during the making of one double crochet?

[@occipitalneuralgia2339]

Cynthia Molenaar yes I wonder that too!

[@elizabethhatch3633]

I will have to watch it again 😃

[@deannas4095]

I am adding this to my list. I finished the Habitat Cardigan and it was so fun to make. I would like to know where you got your stitch markers, they are divine. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with all of us.

[@annkathrin9950]

I just finished making this cardigan and it looks amazing! Thank you for sharing this pattern :)

[@Letsreadddddd]

How long did it take u to finish the project

[@Jammn126]

Thank you! I love how the yarn just flows through my fingers.

[@gabriellaa8622]

lmfao me

[@darlenehill1152]

Love this tutorial I have never made a garment before. Thank you for sharing. Question is it possible to use worsted weight yarn?

[@tobyg5318]

I’m working on mine with worsted at the moment and it’s going great! It might be a bit heavier, but I think it’s alright

[@julietmitchell4476]

I bought the pattern, did not know there's a tutorial. I am half way of making this cardi hope it going to be as good as the photo's, also bought part pattern of the alchemy pattern did not know it was only part pattern but glad to see the part 1 tutorialxxxxxxxx

[@rey9560]

Made one for myself and another for my parents' godchild. They look great! Thank you for sharing this

[@freejojoey530]

When I used the written instructions for this pattern I found I had to increase each of the DC rows by 2 DCs in order for the stitch count at the end of each of those DC rows to match the written instructions. Ended up doing 3 DC, CH2, 3 DC in each of the corners (only on the DC rows) to make it come out as per the written instructions. This glitch was just for the hexagon part of the pattern.

[@aCyberVoid]

I always got confused on the guage, so hoping the video helps as I have the PDF. I never understood how its a J hook, but even when I went as low as a 4 mm hook, the guage was never right on the pockets -.- But i will eventually get this project done Love this pattern so much

[@judyatwitchpeacecraft]

I am looking for an easy cardigan for my first wearable. This looks like a clearly explained, now to organise my yarn.

[@michelleking7762]

So happy for this tutorial! I’ve been attempting to start this project for a week and struggling with reading the patter and this is a life saver! Thanks!

[@makedocrew1717]

I'm glad it will help!

[@rickydarrell]

Thank you for including us lefties!!!

[@trevis814]

thank you for sharing this!

[@seham2480]

It looks nice and easy .. thanks

[@durfeetaylor1112]

Would the gauge be affected significantly if I didn’t do the chain 1 space rows? Just solid?

[@sunithanidamarty3810]

Thank you this pattern is really very nice and it is coming out great. I have already made 2 and the third one is getting ready. I just wanted to know for a 7year old what size would be ideal? Thanks in advance.

[@dianagarland8878]

Great pattern easy to follow. Sweater came out lovely. Looks so cute on my daughter

[@terriclark3150]

Thank you for sharing your talents. I love this.

[@deborahm4484]

Hi there thanks so much for this l have done hexagon cardigans for babies in the granny stitch so this will be lovely for a change thanks so much from Ireland 😊😊😊

[@makedocrew1717]

What lucky babies! :) Enjoy!

[@lindagorgacz3815]

Nice 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. I need to make this. Thank you for the excellent tutorial 😁

[@alexn.5418]

You explain clearly and concise. Thank you.

[@donnam5318]

Im about ti give this a go, but most of the links are now old and not working! How much yarn is needed please?

[@lequishasdrama9427]

You are very good teacher

[@makedocrew1717]

Thank you!

[@mauramcfall9289]

I'm just wondering if works out the same if you join the 2 hexagons together and then work the length extension all around.

[@woowoo2903]

I like this but don’t want to start crocheting it as I don’t know how much yarn I’ll need x I know if I purchase th3 pattern it tells you but that kinda negates using free tutorials! Great cardigan though x

[@missymakesdomeredith8072]

I love this, it'll be my next project, I've just finished the braided pincho

[@makedocrew1717]

Ooh fun! I'm happy to hear you're making the Braided Poncho too!

[@missymakesdomeredith8072]

Haha I put pincho instead of poncho, how stupid haha

[@missymakesdomeredith8072]

And, the braided poncho was so easy to make, thanks for easy patterns it's the only type of patterns I can do

[@cubbylevi1764]

I LOVE this design. Wish I could design like you do. Can’t wait to make this for colder weather. Love the bishop sleeves too!

[@makedocrew1717]

Thank you so much. I feel like the process of designing things is always evolving for me. I frog A LOT of crocheting to get what you see on the blog. :)

[@makedocrew1717]

Thank you!

[@intzarliyeva9517]

I did this Cardigan 👌🏻that’ s perfect!

[@makedocrew1717]

I'm glad it worked well for you!

[@babygrandma8654]

@@makedocrew1717 I just found your channel and I've been watching your different sweater patterns. They all look so nice and your teaching style is spot on at least for me. I'm in no way a beginner at crocheting BUT I am brand new to making garments, I also have never learned to read a written pattern or diagram so I'll be learning how to read the pattern along with crocheting the item with your tutorials. Thanks so much for sharing your skills with everyone and especially for making the corresponding written patterns available for free. I look forward to being able to read and execute a pattern for anything on my own. Once I feel comfortable enough reading I'll be ready to actually buy a pattern and make the item without feeling as if I've wasted my money. God bless ❤️🙏🕊️🕯️

[@monicab0529]

I’ve made 2 of these so far and I love them

[@victoriad4918]

Will you ever do a tutorial on bigger sizes? Like 3x/4x

[@Sparklyprettyprincessbiana]

This is so pretty could I swap the dk for Aran weight?

[@Wowcreation06]

very nice cardigan

[@saleteslussarek5529]

Thank you for posting this video, I wonder if I can increase the front the same way you did the back. You explain very good and clear!

[@ms.vscorner]

Wonderful!! Clearly explained, detailed and easy to follow. Thank you for the free pattern! I will definitelly be making this cardigan!

[@carolyntillery9243]

Love 2 Crochet pattern

[@chelseyummali]

If I wanted to use 3 different colors what would be the best way to split them up?

[@bukimeisu]

By entire round/row. Depending on the size, you can divide the amount of rows by 3 (each color). So pick your size, figure out how many rows that is (22, 24,26, 28, or 30) then add the extension rows, finally divide that number by how many times you wanna switch your color. That will tell you how many rows to do per color switch. Good luck!

[@nellyparidise]

Mine wasn't perfect as yours but it's still beaitiful🌻🍁 I used 6 rolls of lion brand heartland cat.4 yarn.its a burnt orange color and perfect for fall. Thank u so much! I've been crocheting for 7 years and this is my first time making sweaters🙏🍁❤

[@makedocrew1717]

I love that color!! I'm sure it looks gorgeous, and you're right, perfect for fall! All you need now is a matching pumpkin spice latte. :) Thanks for sharing!

[@elleekelly9189]

When ever I count my sides I get different numbers to the pattern and cannot for the life of me find where I've gone wrong I've frogged so much but I'm determined to complete it perfectly

[@bukimeisu]

I use a little stitch counter, about halfway through my even rows, i count how many stitches are left to add and increase or decrease as needed right in the middle. My very last row (row 30, for a 5xl) i ended up needing to add 2 extra stitches on a couple of the sides. Be patient with yourself

[@sonja0707]

I'm using this pattern for the Hooded OX girls pink cardigan

[@kimwheeler8414]

All of your cardigans are amazing I wear cadigans all the time and they are very hard to find in the stores I like I need to become rich to buy all the yarn needed to make all of your cardigans hehe or start winning some giveaways ha ha ha your work is amazing. Thank you for sharing it with the world.

[@makedocrew1717]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Good luck on all those winnings! ;)

[@SylviaTricote]

This looks great! Do you think I could make this with fingering weight?

[@SomewhereInIndiana1816]

Beautiful sweater 👏😍

[@karrot_gaming]

I'm giving this a go today. It's about time I made something for myself. Thanks for the tutorial and pattern.

[@makedocrew1717]

Awesome! You deserve to enjoy the fruits of you labor, too. :)

[@teresastevens6104]

Jesus just love your work and style!!!! I am so making this card I

[@makedocrew1717]

Thank you so much, Teresa! I hope you do make the cardigan!

[@avantikagupta2040]

Your video is soooo well explained. It’s beautiful. Although the written pattern is crystal clear, I just wanted to see the video to check if I’m attaching my extensions correctly. It is a job done wonderfully well! Congratulations! :)

[@jesuisunpomme9232]

Could you tell me what size you made ? So that I can half a rough idea of what to expect when I choose the size I want ?

[@laialy22b06]

Hi Thank you for this beautiful cardigan it’s easy to follow you I’m using a lighter weight yarn so I need to make more rounds I wonder can I add color ? Do you think it would be nice to make with self stripping yarn?

[@karenfugagnolo1897]

this looks totally awesome. my next project. i have the yarn and cant wait. thanks so much

[@makedocrew1717]

Oh, awesome. I love yarn serendipity like that!

[@big5cats316]

Hey, love your channel i want to try and make everything!! Im still a beginner but you make everything seems so simple! How many yarn did you use? I dont live in usa so cannot buy the kits but i wish it would be easier to see what hook and how much yarn i would need for the projects!

[@makedocrew1717]

Hello, welcome to the channel! If you click the link to the free pattern in the video description box, it will take you to the blog post. There you will find the supplies list and information about yarn amounts and hook size. Hope that helps!

[@sharonbenson381]

Me too i love cardigans..im doing this in lemon..i may try to add a hood too..i love hooded cardis

[@tobyredhead4054]

Sharon Benson I love yellow but had not thought of making it in that color. Great idea. When you finish please post on her Facebook group.

[@nildaortiz1488]

Awesome tutorial new subscriber love your work and you're a great teacher thank you

[@makedocrew1717]

Hi Nilda - welcome! Thank you so much. I am so happy you found us!

[@mem3sagacity353]

How do I know how big / how many rows I should do if I wanted to use a lighter weight yarn like fingering / lace etc.?

[@marialuizamendonca8146]

Adorei o trabalha mas sem tradução não Dá!!! Parabéns! Lindooooooo!

[@rositaguajardo6556]

simple and beautiful thank you .

[@julietmitchell4476]

To buy my wool, make and do crew patterns are easy to follow tutorials even betterxx

[@Alan-zq1og]

tip for making sizes with an odd number of rows: start the extension rows with RIGHT side facing, for example, the left side would be started on the corner of side 4 instead of 5

[@marialourdesnaranjoramos9987]

Por favor puede poner los subtítulos en Español? Muchas gracias y un saludo. Me encantan sus trabajos!

[@Su-xs9ps]

Hello, I just found the pattern and now I want to crochet a jacket like this. Unfortunately this wool is no longer available, what is the name of the color; it looks like "tomato"? Thank you and have a nice weekend!

[@sarahmichelle4421]

Granny squares are the one crochet thing Ive got totally down pat and this is basically a hexagon granny square so exciters to make this. Does anyone know if theres a way to change colour for the sleeves in this patern?? Thanks

[@_seers]

02:12 - round 1 (magic ring) 04:05 - round 2 07:40 - round 3 (ch1 spaces round) 16:06 - round 4 (dc3tog round) 19:42 - round 5 22:14 - round 6 23:29 - folding the hexagons 25:49 - back & bottom extensions 36:38 - sleeve extension 44:02 - seaming the hexagons 47:33 - seaming the sleeves 49:21 - adding sleeve cuff (sc dec) 53:38 - extra bottom extension 56:34 - finishing border (sc) 59:02 - adding pockets

[@mjperfume1523]

Jess i need your expertise. I made a circle vest with sleeves , my problem is how do u fold up to make the sleeves , vest is made in a circle and i dont know how to fold it!!!! Thanks C

[@nellielagasse3600]

I love this pattern!!!!! And I did want to fallow along with the chart and written pattern, but I am not able to get it. It says free, but than takes me to a site and it is not free. Please help! Again, I love this, and I am going to start right away.

[@wandzettadarey9024]

Thank you for the video this is my next project.😃

[@makedocrew1717]

Great!! I'm sure it'll turn out lovely.

[@laurelgirard8475]

Love the pattern but I thought you over explained it. That might be because I’ve been crocheting 45 years! I guess it’s better to give too many details than not enough! I’ve wanted to make this forever! I have trouble with #3 weight yarn though because of severe arthritis. I’m trying it with worsted. I”ll let you know how it works out. Probably won’t have the same drape. Oh well. It’ll still be lovely.

[@RH-gm4ni]

Hi, I've been trying to get the gauge right, but failing. I am using Medium (4) weight yarn. I had started off with a 7 mm hook, but that was way off. Now, I am on a 5.5 mm, and the sides are correct at approximately 7", but the radius is still just under 5" rather than 4". While I can appreciate that using a 5 mm hook may be the answer, I am afraid that the windows in the design may be too small for any effect. As is, the radius is just under 5" and one side equals about 7". I want to make the 3X version. Should I continue as is, or start over with the 5 mm hook? Any advice/guidance given would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

[@RH-gm4ni]

Update: I have returned to the 7 mm hook...after reaching 16 rounds. 😅 Anyway, the reason I have decided to go back to it is because based on my understanding of the pattern, it seems that once I make the hexagons to fit me, it should be fine and everything will fall in place. I will let you know how it works out. Thanks. ☺

[@oxanasv80]

Спасибо, очень подробно!!!!)))

[@judydennis4381]

I read thru your instructions, but I didn’t see how many yards of yarn is needed for this or other sizes. Can you supply this info? This will be my first cardigan, so I haven’t a clue. Thank you.

[@sharonbenson381]

Thank you so much for the tutorial...I love all your cardigans

[@makedocrew1717]

You're welcome, Sharon! I love making cardigans too. I feel like I'm a little addicted!

[@makedocrew1717]

You're welcome, Sharon! Thank you!

[@MariaLima-em4wu]

Maravilhosa vou fazer com certeza Eu amei, muito lindo!!!!

[@annicekruger4840]

Wow I love it!!!! Thank you for sharing us......

[@makedocrew1717]

You're welcome!