Free Crochet Hexagon Cardigan Pattern – A Story of Love, Roots & Bloom

A Crochet Cardigan Woven with Love, Roots & Memories

Some crochet projects are more than yarn and stitches.
They are memories. They are heritage. They are love, loop after loop.

This crochet hexagon cardigan was born from one of those moments — when time slows down, when hands create while the heart remembers.

The photos you see show my little angel, wearing a cardigan I crocheted stitch by stitch, standing in front of Sidi Yati Mosque, one of the most soulful heritage landmarks of .
This choice was not accidental. It was intentional. Deeply personal.

This free crochet pattern is available below on the blog. You can also view and save the pattern on Ravelry to add it to your favorites or project library, or purchase the printable, ad-free PDF version for comfortable offline use.

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Why This Cardigan Is More Than a Pattern

Crochet has always been about transmission.
From one generation to another.
From one culture to another.

By placing this handmade cardigan in front of Sidi Yati Mosque, I wanted to quietly connect:
- crochet and culture
- handmade fashion and roots
- modern design and ancestral heritage

Djerba is not just an island.
It’s a feeling.
And this cardigan carries that feeling.

Crochet Hexagon Cardigan: Construction Overview

This free crochet cardigan pattern is simple to understand, yet visually rich and elegant.

Sizing reference (see diagram above)

For a clear and visual understanding of the finished size, please refer to the schematic image.
Each hexagon measures 38 cm per side, and each granny square measures 8.5 cm per side.
The overall cardigan dimensions shown in the diagram are based on these measurements and may vary slightly depending on yarn choice, hook size, and individual tension.

Materials

♥ Yarn: Approx. 600 g total in 3 colors (about 200 g per color; not all yarn is used).
  A: Paper White
  B: Racing Green
  C: Pink
♥ Crochet Hook: 4 mm
♥ Scissors
♥ Tapestry needle

Stitches

Abbreviations

st(s) = stitch(es); mc= magic circle; sl st = slip stitch; ch(s) = chain(s); sc = single crochet; dc = double crochet; mm = millimeters; cm = centimeters; g= gram; ( ) = work directions in brackets the number of times specified or in a specified stitch or space.

Special Stitches

Cluster : 3 dc worked in the same stitch/space

3-dc bobble : Work 3 double crochets in the same stitch (ch space), removing the hook from the last loop of each dc. Yarn over and pull through all loops on the hook to close the bobble.

4-dc bobble : Work 4 double crochets in the same stitch (ch space), removing the hook from the last loop of each dc. Yarn over and pull through all loops on the hook to close the bobble.

FPdc (Front Post double crochet): Yarn over, wind hook in and out of the indicated st (from front to back between the posts of the indicated st and the previous one of the row below, and then from back to front again between the posts of the indicated st and the following one).

Then work your dc like normal.

dc2tog (double crochet 2 together): Diminution réalisée en fermant deux brides ensemble : Yarn over, insert hook in next stitch, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops (twice), yarn over, insert hook in next stitch, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through all loops on hook.

FPdc2tog (front post double crochet 2 together): Diminution texturée travaillée en front post autour de deux brides adjacentes : Yarn over, insert hook around the post of next dc (front post), pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops; yarn over, insert hook around the post of next dc, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through all loops on hook.

The Main Structure

- 2 large crochet hexagons form the body
- 21 granny squares are added to the back and borders
- All pieces are joined seamlessly for a fluid silhouette
- Finished with a 3-round crochet border all around

This construction allows:
✔️ Easy size adjustment
✔️ Minimal shaping stress
✔️ A beautiful drape

Perfect for confident beginners and intermediate crocheters.

Who Is This Pattern For?

- Makers who love modern crochet with soul
- Parents who cherish handmade for their children
- Crocheters who want meaning, not just stitches
- Anyone who believes handmade can carry a story

FAQ – Crochet Hexagon Cardigan

Is this pattern beginner-friendly?
Yes. The construction is intuitive and repetitive.

Can I resize it easily?
Absolutely. Hexagons and granny squares make sizing flexible.

Is this pattern really free?
Yes, completely free on SweetSam Design 💗

Crochet as a Bridge Between Generations

This cardigan is not just something you wear.
It’s something you pass on.

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