Paintbox Yarns Hex Yeah! Jacket Crochet Pattern

Paintbox Yarns Hex Yeah! Jacket

What Is Being Made

The Hex Yeah! Jacket is an intermediate-level crochet cardigan designed by Paintbox Yarns. This garment features a distinctive hexagonal motif construction, creating a modern and geometric aesthetic. The jacket is available in four sizes to fit chest measurements ranging from 28-34 inches (71-86 cm) up to 52-58 inches (132-147 cm), making it suitable for a wide range of wearers.

Crochet Techniques Used

This cardigan employs several key crochet construction techniques to achieve its finished design:

• Worked Flat: Portions of the garment are constructed in flat rows, allowing for precise shaping and easier manipulation of the fabric.
• Worked in the Round: Hexagonal motifs are worked circularly, creating the geometric foundation of the design.
• Seamed Construction: Individual hexagon pieces are seamed together to form the complete jacket structure, requiring assembly after individual motifs are completed.
• Lace Techniques: Lace stitching is incorporated throughout the design, adding visual interest and creating an open, breathable fabric quality.
• Striped Colorwork: The jacket features striped sections using multiple yarn colors to create visual contrast and pattern variation.

Stitches and Stitch Details

The Hex Yeah! Jacket utilizes fundamental crochet stitches worked with precision:

• Double Crochet (Treble Crochet): The primary stitch used throughout the garment, providing structure and density. Gauge is measured at 20 stitches and 10 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) of double crochet.
• Single Crochet (Double Crochet): Used for seaming and finishing edges, creating secure joins between hexagonal motifs.
• Chain Stitches: Foundation chains and chain spaces are used to create the open lace elements and stitch transitions.
• Slip Stitch: Employed for joining rounds and creating seamless transitions in circular construction.
• Loop-Specific Techniques: Instructions include front loop only (flo) and back loop only (blo) variations, adding textural depth to specific sections.

Materials and Tools

The Hex Yeah! Jacket is constructed using Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK, a lightweight worsted-weight yarn available through LoveCrafts. The yarn palette consists of four coordinating colors:

• Stormy Grey (A): 4-8 balls (1¾ oz/50g each) depending on size
• Dolphin Blue (B): 4-7 balls (1¾ oz/50g each) depending on size
• Paper White (C): 5-8 balls (1¾ oz/50g each) depending on size
• Mustard Yellow (D): 3-5 balls (1¾ oz/50g each) depending on size

The recommended tool is a US G/6 (4mm) crochet hook, which produces a finished hexagon measuring 4¾ inches (12 cm) point to point and 4 inches (10 cm) side edge to side edge. Additional materials include scissors and a large-eyed needle for weaving in yarn ends and seaming motifs together.

Pattern Notes

The pattern is written using US crochet terminology with UK terminology provided in italics for international crocheters. Instructions are given for the smallest size with size variations noted in round brackets. Yarn quantities provided are approximate and based on average requirements. Paintbox Yarns recommends using only the specified yarn to ensure the finished garment meets intended measurements and appearance standards.