Hello Hexie!: 20 easy crochet patterns from simple granny hexagons - Softcover

Shrimpton, Sarah

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1446308383 ISBN 13: 9781446308387

Publisher: David & Charles, 2021

Synopsis

It's time to see granny hexagons in a whole new light with this inspired collection of modern crochet patterns for clothes, accessories and homewares.

Quilters have always known the power of the hexagon but now crocheters can get in on the action too with a collection of step-by-step instructions for crochet hexagon motifs and crochet patterns.It's time for the granny square to move over and make way for the hexagon, the hottest new crochet motif!

In this unique collection, popular crochet designer and author, Sarah Shrimpton reveals patterns for 10 unique crochet hexagon designs so you can pick your favourite. As well as the written pattern there are also crochet charts for each of the hexagons for extra clarity.

Once you've practised your hexie skills you can choose from a collection of 20 step-by-step projects that you will be itching to stitch thanks to their simplicity and creativity. Hexagons are quick and easy to make and can be combined in a myriad of ways to create a huge range of projects ; from garments and accessories to home decor and even toys.

Sarah reveals how the humble hexagon can be used as the basis for a wide range of projects including a cute, retro mini skirt, a boho bag, cosy slipper socks and a boho daisy design wall hanging. These little motifs are so flexible that they lend themselves to everything from a dainty shrug and a lacy summer top to a heavy wool rug and a cosy poncho depending on the size of yarn and crochet hook that you use, the possibilities are endless!

Crocheting motifs is the ultimate portable crochet project - they are small enough to carry with you when you're on the move - and because each project is made using just hexies and some simple joining techniques, this collection is suitable even for complete beginners. Before you know it you will have stitched enough hexies to create the perfect gift to impress friends and family.

This refreshing twist on the classic granny square will get you excited about the possibility of the humble six-sided polygon and how it can be used to create gorgeous projects... one little hexie at a time.

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About the Author

Sarah Shrimpton is the author ofModern Crochet Bible, Supersize Crochet andBeginner's Guide to Crochet. She designs patterns for magazines, yarn companies and her Etsy shop, and blogs as Annaboo's House, where she has won several awards. She has over 56k followers on Instagram and is a leading crochet influencer.|Sarah Shrimpton blogs under the name ‘Annaboo's House’. She is a self taught crocheter and decided to start blogging as a way of recording her progress. She now designs crochet patterns for various yarn brands and magazines. She has over 50,000 Instagram followers. She is the author of The Beginner's Guide to Crochet, Supersize Crochet and the Modern Crochet Bible.

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Move over, granny square, there’s a new kid in town and it’s about to show you a thing or two about who’s cool in crochet. Now, I’ve nothing against granny squares – they’re good fun and easy to make, that’s for sure – but this book is going to prove how much more versatile a hexagon can be. You see, whereas squares can only make square-ish, boxy shapes, a hexagon can be manipulated to create some pretty amazing constructions. Don’t believe me? Just take a flick through these pages to find patterns to make socks, mittens, bags and the most divine cardigan, all from the humble hexie. Before we get started, let’s quickly establish the correct terminology for describing a hexagon: the six edges are called ‘sides’ and the corners are called ‘vertices’ in their plural form or ‘vertex’ as singular. Maths lesson over. This book takes you through ten basic hexagons, with written patterns and charts to guide you. The basic motifs include the solid hexie (best for any project where you don’t want holes), the light and airy lacy hexie (perfect for lightweight garments) to the famous African Flower (beautiful and decorative). There’s nothing tricky about crocheting a hexagon of course – just think of it as a granny square with two more sides. The patterns are all based on these, with a few tweaks in between and where needed some half-hexies too. Lots of the projects are created with multiple motifs. Here you’ll find out about different ways to join them, many will be stitched whilst others are crocheted and some are even joined as-you-go, a technique which saves both time and patience. Others are created from one giant hexie, where rounds are added to the motif until the right size is achieved; perfect for quick and easy projects. The real beauty of the ten patterns is that they can be mixed and matched: if you’re not a fan of one motif used in a project, simply swap it for another. You know it will work, because they’re all the same shape. The projects have been chosen to showcase the hexie and demonstrate exactly what they are all about. Use them to crochet homewares, accessories and garments – everything from coasters and placemats to toys, rugs, and blankets. And hexies work in any type of yarn, too. From fine sock-weight yarns to super- chunky merino and just about everything in between. Sizing information for garments is available in the Techniques section. So what are you waiting for? Let’s get hooking hexies!

Edition details

• Publisher: David & Charles
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1446308383
• ISBN 13: 9781446308387
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128