Introducing the Sunlace Cardigan – a light and airy made to measure design that’s perfect for warm days and cool evenings. This hexagon cardigan pattern free pdf can be made into a cardigan or seamed into a sweater, offering beautiful drape and everyday versatility.
Made with a summery twist on the classic granny stitch, the Sunlace Cardigan features chain spaces for an open, lacy look that still feels comforting and cozy. It’s the perfect relaxing make – and it’s completely free for subscribers!
Scroll down to find the link to download the pdf. The pattern includes clear, step-by-step instructions to help you create a cardigan to fit you. There’s also a video tutorial to help you with any tricky bits!
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The real beauty of this crochet cardigan is that you can make yours to fit you – change the length, sleeves, neckline – there’s even an option for 2 different styles of edging!
How do you Make a Crochet Hexagon Cardigan?
The Sunlace Cardigan is a hexi cardigan, which means that you make 2 identical six-sided hexagons, which are then folded.
Additional rows are added to the front and sides, before the panels are joined together at the back.
Cuffs, neckline and edging are then added to complete.
Yarn
I used Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran, 100% Acrylic, (100g/3.53oz, 184m/201yds).
Any category 4 worsted weight or aran yarn would work really well for this project.
Yarn Alternatives
There are so many options for yarn for your Sunlace Cardigan. Any worsted weight or aran yarn would work wonderfully. Consider using a colour-changing yarn, or you could choose to make a striped Cadigan by changing the yarn colour every few rows.
Here are a few alternative options that you might consider:
Brava Worsted, 100% Acrylic (100g/3.53oz, 200m/218yds)
Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran, 100% cotton (50g/1.76oz, 85m/93yds)
Big Twist Value Yarn, 100% Acrylic (170g/6oz, 347m/380yds)
Lion Brand Mandala Ombre, 100% Acrylic, 150g/5.29oz, 315m/344yds)
Supplies You Will Need
6mm Crochet Hook or hook needed to match your yarn
A tapestry needle for working in ends
Size and Gauge
This is a made to measure pattern, where you will try the cardigan on as you go to check the fit. It is not necessary to check gauge, but be sure you are happy with the drape of the fabric.
Yarn Amounts
Because this pattern is made to measure, it is not possible to accurately advise yarn amounts. However for reference I used 320g for my cardigan and 300g for my sweater that you can see in the images and I am a size S.
Difficulty level is Easy.
How to Get the Pattern
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PLEASE NOTE: The premium pattern is a pdf crochet pattern, written in English. It is not a finished project. You will receive a digital download upon completion of purchase.
Included in the Ad-free Premium Pattern:
- A 14 page downloadable and printable PDF with easy-to-follow instructions in US and UK crochet terms
- Schematic
- Detailed stitch guides and tips for perfect results
- Yarn recommendations and size adjustments
- Pattern support if needed
- An accompanying video tutorial
Customising your Hexagon Cardigan Pattern to Make it Perfect for You
There are lots of different ways to customise your hexagon cardigan to make it perfect for you, including turning it into a sweater, as I have in the picture above.
LENGTH
You can easily adjust the length of your cardigan by adding extra rows of the pattern to the bottom.
SLEEVE LENGTH
You can make your sleeves longer by adding rounds to just the arms after the shoulders have been seamed.
CUFFS
Alternatively you can make your cuffs longer by adding more rounds of the cuff.
NECKLINE
You can change the shape and size of your neckline by decreasing more or fewer stitches.
NECKLINE EDGING
Add a simple single crochet edging or choose to add ribbing around.
Abbreviations
blo – back loops only
BPdc – back post double crochet
dc – double crochet
FPdc – front post double crochet
rep – repeat
RS – right side
sk – skip
sc – single crochet
sc2tog- single crochet two together
ss – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
WS – wrong side
[…] – stitch count
* – repeat the instructions from * around
Pattern Notes
Be sure to read through these notes before you start your crochet hexagon sweater or cardigan – they will make it so much easier to understand the pattern!
- Read through the pattern completely before starting and refer to the stitch tutorials as needed.
- Stitch counts are given in this pattern in [ ] at the end of each row or round. Where no stitch count is given, it is the same as the previous row or round.
- Ch1s count as stitches. You will be working a ch1 within a cluster and also between clusters. Where the pattern says work in ch1-sp between clusters, it is referring to these ones.
- Where the pattern says “((dc, ch1, dc) in ch1-sp between clusters, ch1) to next ch2-sp”, this means that you repeat the instructions in the outer brackets in each ch1-sp until you get to the next ch2-sp.
- The pattern is made out of two six-sided hexagons. These will not lay flat when you are making them, so don’t worry about that. When folded, they will lie flat in a perfect L shape (see page 9 for images).
- Ch2s are always in the corner spaces, and you will have 6 whilst making the hexagons.
- This is a made to measure pattern, which means you will need to try the cardigan on throughout the process to check the sizing is right. It is up to you whether you choose a tight fitting or loose fitting garment, and the lengths are all completely adjustable as you go through the pattern.
- Turn at the end of each Row or Round to prevent the hexagon going wonky. You can decide which is the right and wrong sides.
- The first dc of each round should be worked as a stacked dc or a ch3 as you prefer.
- Work all ribbing and edging on the right side of the garment.
Special Stitches
Below are the instructions for all the special stitches you will need for your crochet sweater pattern
Stacked Double Crochet
The stacked dc is a lovely alternative to a turning chain. It creates a cleaner, straighter edge for your crochet projects without gaps or uneven edges. To create a stacked treble, simply stack another single crochet on top.
- Insert your hook straight into the very first st of the row/round without chaining first.
- Yarn over and pull through, then yarn over and pull through 2 (completing a single crochet).
- Insert your hook now into the vertical bar of the single crochet st that is furthest from your hook side.
- Yarn over and pull through, then yarn over and pull through 2 (completing a stacked double crochet).
You can see this process in full detail in this stacked double crochet video.
Slip stitch seam
In this tutorial we’ll be working through 1 loop of each panel, but you can work through both for a sturdier seam if you prefer. With 2 panels held together with their RS facing each other:
- Insert your hook into the front loop of the st on the panel nearest you and the back loop of the corresponding st on the panel furthest from you.
- Yarn over.
- Pull through both loops and the loop on your hook.
- Continue across your seam.
Watch a video tutorial of the slip stitch seam for more help!
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Prefer a Video Tutorial?
If you prefer crocheting from a video tutorial, hop on over to my YouTube channel and watch as I show you how to crochet this made to measure crochet cardigan or check out the video below:
The video will show you how to make your own easy crochet cardigan, but please also download the written pattern for full instructions.
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Pattern help
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You are welcome to sell finished items made using this pattern on a small scale, provided you give design credit to @concretegemscrochet. Thank you for respecting the effort and creativity that went into creating this design.
What next?
I’ve really loved designing this crochet cardigan for you and hope you have had fun making it. I’m Gemma, a crochet tech editor, designer and overall crochet enthusiast. I’m also a mum of 3 kids, and enjoy running, reading, walking and crafting, but mostly crochet! I’m so happy to be able to bring my designs to you!
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Thanks for reading and happy crocheting! 🧶
