Master the art of crocheting ultra solid hexagons

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Materials Needed
3. Magic Loop Tutorial
4. Treble Crochet Tutorial
5. Making the Magic Ring
6. Increasing the Stitches
7. Making the Corners
8. Creating the Hexagon Shape
9. Joining the Hexagons
10. Securing the Ends

How to Make an Ultra Solid Hexagon in Crochet

Crocheting hexagons can be a fun and versatile project, allowing you to create various designs and patterns. In this tutorial, I will show you how to make an ultra solid hexagon that has a rounded appearance and is completely solid, without any holes. This hexagon is perfect for making larger projects, such as blankets or afghans, as the corners become more pronounced when you increase the size. Let's get started!

Materials Needed

To make this ultra solid hexagon, you will need the following materials:

• DK weight yarn
• Size 4 millimeter crochet hook
• Scissors

Magic Loop Tutorial

Before we begin, it's important to familiarize yourself with the magic loop technique. The magic loop, also known as the magic ring, is a method used to start crocheting in the round. It allows you to create a tightly closed center that won't unravel. If you're not familiar with the magic loop technique, I have a detailed tutorial available that you can watch to get started.

Treble Crochet Tutorial

In this tutorial, we will be using treble crochet stitches, which are also known as double crochet stitches in US terms. I will be referring to the UK crochet terms throughout this video. If you're not familiar with the treble crochet stitch, I have a tutorial available that you can watch to familiarize yourself with the technique.

Making the Magic Ring

To begin, we will start with a magic ring. Make a loop with your yarn and insert your crochet hook through the center of the loop. Pull the working end of the yarn through the loop and create two chains to get to the height of the treble crochet. This will serve as your first treble crochet. Now, we need to crochet over the tail of the magic loop to secure it in place. We will be making 12 treble crochets into the loop.

Increasing the Stitches

In the first two rounds, we will be increasing the number of stitches in each round to create a circle shape. After joining the round with a slip stitch, we will start the next round with two chains. These chains will not count as a stitch. In this round, we will be doing an increase in every stitch, which means we will be doing two treble crochets in each stitch around. By the end of this round, you should have a total of 24 stitches.

Making the Corners

In the next round, we will start to shape our hexagon by creating corners and sides. After the two chains, we will do another increase in the same stitch as the chains. Then, in the next four stitches, we will do a single treble crochet in each stitch. These four stitches will form the sides of our hexagon. To create the corners, we will do two treble crochets in the next stitch, followed by two treble crochets in the next stitch again. Repeat this pattern around, alternating between sides and corners.

Creating the Hexagon Shape

As we continue working in rounds, the corners of our hexagon will become more pronounced, giving it a more defined shape. Each round, we will be increasing the number of stitches along the sides, while keeping the corners consistent. By following the pattern of increasing the sides and corners, your hexagon will gradually transform into a hexagonal shape.

Joining the Hexagons

Once you have made enough hexagons, you may want to join them together to create a larger project. There are various methods for joining hexagons, including crocheting them together or sewing them. In this tutorial, I have shown how to create the hexagon shape, but in future tutorials, I will demonstrate different ways to join your hexagons.

Securing the Ends

Finally, it's important to secure the ends of your work to prevent any unraveling. For the ultra solid hexagon, it is especially crucial to secure the center of the hexagon. Using a darning needle, weave the end of the yarn through the stitches along the center ridge and reinforce it by going back over a stitch. This will ensure that your hexagon remains solid and secure.

Thank you for following along with this tutorial on how to make an ultra solid hexagon in crochet. I hope you enjoyed learning this technique and feel inspired to create beautiful projects using hexagons. Until next time, happy crocheting!

Highlights

• Learn how to make an ultra solid hexagon in crochet
• Create a beautifully rounded and completely solid hexagon
• Perfect for making larger projects like blankets and afghans
• Increase the size to make the corners more pronounced
• Join hexagons together to expand your project
• Secure the ends to prevent any unraveling

FAQ

Q: Can I use a different yarn weight for this project? A: While DK weight yarn is recommended for this tutorial, you can experiment with different yarn weights to achieve different results. Keep in mind that using a different yarn weight may affect the size and appearance of your hexagon.

Q: How do I join the hexagons together? A: In this tutorial, we focused on creating the hexagon shape. Joining the hexagons together can be done in various ways, including crocheting them together or sewing them. Stay tuned for future tutorials where I will demonstrate different methods of joining hexagons.

Q: Can I make the hexagon larger or smaller? A: Absolutely! This tutorial provides a basic pattern for creating a hexagon. You can easily adjust the size of the hexagon by increasing or decreasing the number of stitches in each round. Experiment with different stitch counts to achieve your desired size.