How to Crochet a Cluster for a Hexagon Motif

Keep an accurate count when crocheting motifs for a project.

The hexagon motif has the appearance of a more-challenging crochet pattern to use in afghans, pillows and garments. The pattern is made in several ways. The cluster stitch is the dominant factor in creating some of the more intricate hexagon shapes. Several stitches are grouped or clustered together and joined with one stitch at the top. The bottom of the cluster is wider and has a puffy look to it. The stitches may be done in double, triple, half-double stitches just to name a few. The stitch is often referred to as CL or (cl) in a pattern.

Things You'll Need

• Crochet pattern
• Yarn
• Crochet hook

Instructions

1. Wrap the yarn over and insert the hook into the next stitch in the row as instructed in your pattern when making a double crochet cluster. Yarn over and pull up a loop with the hook.

2. Wrap the yarn over and pull it through the first two loops on your hook.

3. Wrap the yarn over and insert the hook through the next stitch in the row. Yarn over and pull the hook through to make a loop. Yarn over and pull it through the first two loops on the hook. You now have three loops on the hook.

4. Wrap the yarn over and insert it through the next stitch on the project. Yarn over and pull the hook through and make a loop. Yarn over and pull it through two loops on the hook. You now have three partially completed double crochet stitches.

5. Wrap the yarn over and pull it through all four loops on the hook. This is your first cluster stitch.

Tips & Warnings

• Individual patterns will instruct you on the type of stitch to be used as the base for the cluster stitch. Read the pattern thoroughly before making your first hexagon motif.

References

• Nexstitch: Cluster Stitch
• Dummies.com: How to Crochet a Cluster Stitch; Susan Brittain and Karen Manthey

Resources

• Lion Brand: "Granny Stitch" Hexagon