Hello Hexie!: 20 Easy Crochet Patterns from Simple Granny Hexagons

by Sarah Shrimpton

See granny hexagons in a whole new light with this inspired collection of modern crochet patterns for clothes, accessories, and homewares.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 décor and even toys.In this unique collection, popular crochet designer Sarah Shrimpton reveals ten crochet hexagon patterns and twenty step-by-step projects that you will be itching to stitch thanks to their simplicity and creativity. 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.A wide range of projects from garments and accessories to home décor and toys, all made using simple crochet techniquesProjects are built up in a modular way—individual modules are portable, great for using up scraps, and easy to fit into small pockets of timeA selection of hexagon projects to enjoy and so much more

Genres: Crochet, Crafts, Nonfiction, Reference

123 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 13, 2022

Reviews

[Nic · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent patterns, I’m making a blanket out of the different hexagons and half hexis— it’s super cute! Great collection of patterns

[Jane Cowell]

My pandemic lockdown learning was crochet and I have been crocheting wonderfully challenging blankets for my family members to teach myself different stitches and patterns. I now have a lot of leftover wool in lots of vibrant colours and have been thinking about how I could use up the yarn and Sarah Shrimpton’s Hello Hexie! book is absolutely ideal. There are ten different hexagon motifs to try and all were easy or intermediate in the stitches used and all had a great finish. While I would not recommend this book for beginners it is a book that newish crocheters will be able to use. I have decided to use the Flower Hexie and the Trefoil Hexie as the motifs to use up my leftover yarn and then will bring them together with a matching colour to build a larger colourful blanket. There are 23 projects in the book if you would like to explore other ways of using hexagon squares and they are: A Sunburst Bag; Star Blanket; Cosy Cardigan; Linen Lace Tee; Spring Garden Shrug; Cosy Poncho; African Flower Skirt; Pure Wool Rug; Striped Rug; Tortoise Stuffed Toy; Baby Bee Blanket; Baby Bee Lovey; Slipper Socks; Bobble Cushion; Festival Bag; Bohemian Scarf; Trefoil Table Set; Wall Hanging; Starburst Footstool; Patchwork Wristwarmers; Coaster; Pin Cushion, Christmas Decoration and Earrings. I will be trying the Patchwork Wristwarmers as a great gift option but do not want to plan a bigger project as do have so much yarn to use up. These are a great way to use up that leftover yarn that we all end up with when we crochet and I can see my own designed blanket being a UFO (unfinished object) that I work on over the coming months. As I have yarn in multiple weights I will end up doing 2 blanket projects as well as a few pairs of the Patchwork Wristwarmers.

Hello Hexie! is written using the UK terminology with a conversion chart to assist you in converting the patterns to the US terminology located in the back of the book. There is a detailed techniques section in the back of the book which outlines all of the basic crochet stitches used in the book, including some join-as-you-go techniques for joining your crochet hexies. Each crochet hexagon motif pattern is accompanied with a stitch diagram so if you prefer to use a crochet hexagon stitch diagram over the written pattern, it’s available for you. Good pictures of techniques are also provided in the techniques section so you get a visual and written instruction. This book gave me some fun ways to think differently about Granny squares and as I have not tried hexagons before. Looking forward to my finished projects and the joy they bring me to produce. Recommended for all those who love crochet and want to challenge themselves to do something different or who have lots of leftover yarn to use up.

[Kate · Rating 3 out of 5]

I saw this book at Joann Fabrics and figured I'd check to see if the library owned it - score! I've recently picked up crocheting again and I love the idea of an afghan made of hexagons. Really what I was looking for were patterns for the hexagons and not necessarily for anything else, and there were about 10 different patterns in the beginning of the book. The patterns for items like bags and clothing weren't anything I was especially crazy about, much in the same way patterns for clothing made out of granny squares don't appeal to me. But the hexies themselves were adorable.

[Dianna Cook · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible, well written and fun

Learn how to crochet different patterned hexagons and then turn them into cute and useful items. The book is written with photo tutorials for each pattern. At the end of the pattern there is a chapter on how to crochet various stitches, again with photo tutorials. Great fun and so easy to follow.

[OneDayI'll · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book of hex crochet grannies. There's patterns and charts for various basic hexies and some concepts on linking them for a handful of projects. I do wish the socks and tops were better shown on the joining part, where/how to connect them. Outside of that this is a good book for someone who loves grannies and is looking to move past squares.

[Cindy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not written in US terminology

I am glad I didn't buy the physical book. I didn't realize it, but this book is not written in US crochet terminology. It talks about treble crochet instead of double crochet stitches. Disappointing.

[Annette McIntyre · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some nice hexagons for you to crochet and then make into useful things.

[Sabrina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hexie Love

The directions for the motifs are great then to add some actual patterns make this book a library keeper. I got it for the cardigan but found so much more.

[Alexis · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun patterns for hexie shapes. Easy to read and make overall.

[Mary Timmons · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book

Just purchased it on a whim. Exciting projects, very clear instructions and illustrations. Can't wait. To try hexies. Thank you for this book!

[J · Rating 4 out of 5]

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