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    Home » Cardigans

    Updated: Dec 23, 2022 by Jess Coppom ·

    The Mezzo Cardigan - Parts 1 + 2

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    In Part 1 (and 2) of The Mezzo Cardigan, we're going to learn how to crochet the main hexagons that will eventually form the sleeves, back and fronts of our sweaters! Get Parts 1 & 2 of the free pattern + video tutorial below or purchase the complete pattern with tutorials and stitch charts in the printable PDF here.

    The Mezzo Cardigan Crochet Along is part of a collaboration with Lion Brand Yarns. This post contains affiliate links.

    Woohoo! It's time to get started the most critical element of our Mezzo hexagon cardigans--the hexagons!

    If you're new here be sure to read all about this crochet hexagon cardigan pattern, what to look for in a yarn and what skills you'll need to make this sweater here.

    A blonde woman wearing a floral dress and a crochet hexagon cardigan made with Lion Brand Coboo in the color "Mauve."
    A blonde woman wearing a floral dress and a crochet hexagon cardigan made with Lion Brand Coboo in the color "Mauve."

    Can I Print This Pattern?

    Yes! We know many people like to work from a paper copy of their crochet pattern. This is why we love offering our patterns in large-type, ad-free PDFs that are formatted for easy printing.

    We are so grateful to those of you who support our small business by upgrading to the premium printable versions of our patterns, so we add extra bonuses to our PDFs whenever we have something helpful to share. In the case of the Mezzo Cardigan, we added so many charts, diagrams and photos that we created a 32 page PDF!

    The printable PDF includes the complete pattern, all the photo tutorials and bonus stitch charts, diagrams and labels for your hexagon sides.

    A printable preview of the downloadable PDF version of the Mezzo Cardigan crochet pattern.

    What If I Want to Work Ahead in the Crochet Along?

    You're in luck! If you get rolling on your hexagons and don't want to wait for the next stage of the free pattern to be released, you can find the entire pattern in the printable PDF.

    Print it! Click to purchase the printable PDF ⇨

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    The Mezzo Cardigan Video Tutorial Parts 1 + 2

    I'm so happy to be able to share this very detailed video tutorial on how to crochet your main hexagons. If you're still building your pattern-reading skills, this video will be immensely helpful in showing you the main concepts of The Mezzo Cardigan.

    Directly below the video player, you can find all the links I mention in the video.

    NOTE: If you have an ad-blocker running, you'll need to disable it to view the video tutorial below.

    Links Mentioned In the Video:
    • The Mezzo Cardigan Crochet Along main page

    • The free pattern, Parts 1 + 2 (scroll down)

    • The ad-free, printable PDF including the complete pattern, photo tutorials + stitch charts

    • The Mezzo Cardigan all-in-one kit from LionBrand.com

    • Lion Brand Coboo yarn

    • The Make & Do Crew Facebook group

    A blonde woman wearing a floral dress and a crochet hexagon cardigan made with Lion Brand Coboo in the color "Mauve."

    The Mezzo Cardigan
    Parts 1-2

    Purchase the ad-free, printable PDF on Etsy here or on LoveCrafts here.

    Order the all-in-one kit here.

    Save this pattern to Ravelry here.

    Pin it for later here.

    Introduction:
    You can’t beat the drape of this comfy, lightweight sweater and you’ll enjoy trying it on as you go. (Because it’s easy to check the fit as you crochet, you’ll be sure to love your finished cardi!)

    You’ll begin by crocheting two relaxing hexagons which will magically transform into the sleeves, back and fronts. This technique is so fun and interesting to watch come together.

    While making the Mezzo Cardigan, you’ll have a chance to practice working in the round, crocheting puff stitches and learning how to add a knit-esque ribbing to your sweater. Step-by-step video tutorials will guide you each step of the way.

    Be sure to show off your stitches using #TheMezzoCardigan on social media!

    An iPade preview of the downloadable PDF version of the Mezzo Cardigan crochet pattern.

    Supplies:
    • Lion Brand Coboo (Weight: 3/light -  232 yds, 3.5 oz, 100 g)
    - Mauve (835-145) –  8 (9, 9, 9, 12, 12, 14) skeins [(approx. 730 (850, 870, 900, 1140, 1170, 1320) g)]

    • Tapestry needle
    • Size J (6.0 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
    • Approximately 20 stitch markers
    • Steamer or iron with steam setting

    Sizes:

    SizeFits up to Actual BustCircumference of sweater, including collarLength (adjustable)*Yarn Needed (assuming Lion Brand Coboo is used)
    S37"4425”8 skeins (730g)
    M41”47.5”27”9 skeins (850g)
    L45”50.5”27”9 skeins (870g)
    1X49”52.5”27”9 skeins (900g)
    2X53"58.5”33”12 skeins (1140g)
    3X57"60.5”33”12 skeins (1170g)
    4X61"64.5”35”14 skeins (1320g)

    *Note that the length will extend 2-3” in addition to what’s listed due to the weight of the garment.

    The sweater is designed to have an oversized look with a generous amount of ease. If you're in doubt selecting a size, size down. (Mauve sample pictured is a size M. Beige sample is a size L. There are lots of opportunities to customize the sweater and sleeve length, so when choosing a size, think more about how loose you want the bust to fit.)

    Gauge:
    7 rounds of hexagon = 3.5” as measured from center of hexagon to one side, essentially the hexagon radius. 

    27 dc = 7.5” as measured in Round 7 of hexagon.

    A blonde woman wearing a floral dress and a crochet hexagon cardigan made with Lion Brand Coboo in the color "Beige" and "Mauve."

    Abbreviations and Glossary (US Terms):
    blo – back loop only
    ch – chain
    chsp – chain space
    dc – double crochet
    rem – remaining
    rep – repeat
    RS – right side
    sc – single crochet
    sc2tog – single crochet two together (decrease)
    sk – skip
    slst(s) – slip stitch(es)
    st(s) – stitch(es)
    WS – wrong side
    yo – yarn over
    Yoslst2tog - yarn over slip stitch two together
    tch – turning chain

    Puff - [yo, insert hook in st and pull up a loop] 4 times in same st. Yo and pull through all nine loops on hook.

    Yarn over slip stitch (yoslst): yo, insert hook into stitch, yo, draw hook through all 3 loops on hook. When inserting hook in a yoslst, you’re always working into the loop that’s farthest away from you.

    Overall Pattern Notes:
    • Ch 3 counts as 1 dc throughout. 

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    Main Hexagons

    Notes:
    • Hexagon is worked in turned rounds. 

    • After a few rounds, hexagon will look wavy and should not be able to lay flat. This is intentional to give enough fabric for the body and sleeves. 

    • Pattern refers to different sides of the hexagon by number, which is illustrated in the chart at end of pattern. Think of these side numbers as fixed to the orientation of looking at the right side of the hexagon.

    For example, Side 3 is always Side 3, whether you flip the hexagon over or not. Side 3 does not become Side 5, just because the hexagon is flipped to the wrong side. When you measure gauge after Round 7, please pin name tags to each hexagon side. (Use the printable labels included in the PDF or make your own.) This will ensure you can easily identify hexagon locations as described in the pattern.

    • Optional: Reference stitch charts at end of pattern PDF for extra visual clarification. 

    A photo tutorial showing how to crochet a hexagon.

    Make 2.

    Foundation Round: Ch 4, slst to first ch to join, creating a ring.

    Round 1 (RS): Ch 3 , 2 dc in ring, ch 1, [3 dc in ring, ch 1] 5 times, slst to 3rd ch from beginning of round to join; turn. (3 dc per side)

    Round 2 (WS): Ch 3, [(2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next ch1sp corner, dc in next 3 dc] 5 times, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in last ch1sp corner, dc in next 2 dc, slst to 3rd ch from beginning of round to join; turn. (7 dc per side)

    Round 3 (RS): Ch 3, dc in next and each rem dc to ch2sp, [(2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch2sp corner, dc in each dc to next ch2sp corner] 5 times, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in last ch2sp corner, dc in rem dc, slst to 3rd ch from beginning of round to join; turn. (11 dc per side)

    TIP: Count your hexagon sides now to double check you indeed have six.

    Rep Round 3 four more times, turning work at the end of each round. Hexagon should now contain 7 rounds. Each hexagon side should contain 27 double crochet.

    A photo showing how to label the sides of your hexagon in a hexagon crochet cardigan pattern.

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    !! Gauge Check !!

    Please stop and take a minute to measure your hexagon. This will ensure your sweater is the size you expect it to be. Measure from the center of the hexagon to the edge of one side (radius). This should measure 3.5”. Measure several sides of the hexagon. Each side should measure 7.5-7.75”. If your hexagon radius or each side length is too large, decrease your hook size and rework hexagon. If your hexagon radius is too small or each side length is too small, increase your hook size and rework hexagon.

    Once correct gauge is established, lay hexagon flat with RS facing up. (Last round worked was a RS round.) Use stitch markers to pin side-number name tags to each side according to the chart below. Both hexagons should be labeled identically.


    Extra Rounds for Sizes 2X, 3X and 4X Only:

    Rep Round 3 two more times. Hexagon should now contain 9 rounds. Each hexagon side should contain 35 double crochet.

    A diagram showing how to label the sides of your hexagon in a hexagon crochet cardigan pattern.

    Introducing Puff Stitch Rounds - All Sizes

    • Reference Side # diagram and stitch chart at end of pattern for extra visual clarification. 

    Round 1 (WS - puff): 

    First half of Side #1: Ch 3, dc in next and each rem dc to end of side…

    Corner #1: (2 dc, ch 2, puff, ch 1) in ch2sp corner…

    Side #6: Puff in first dc of hex side, *ch 1, sk 1 dc, puff in next dc; rep from * to end of side…

    Corner #6: (Ch 1, puff, ch 2, puff, ch 1) in ch2sp corner…

    Side 5: Puff in first dc of hex side, *ch 1, sk 1 dc, puff in next dc; rep from * to end of side…

    Corner #5: (Ch 1, puff, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch2sp corner…

    Side #4: Dc in each dc to end of side…

    Corner #4: (2 dc, ch 2, puff, ch 1) in ch2sp corner…

    Side #3: Puff in first dc of hex side, *ch 1, sk 1 dc, puff in next dc; rep from * to end of side…

    Corner #3: (Ch 1, puff, ch 2, puff, ch 1) in ch2sp corner…

    Side #2: Puff in first dc of hex side, *ch 1, sk 1 dc, puff in next dc; rep from * to end of side…

    Corner #2 : (Ch 1, puff, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch2sp corner…

    Last Half of Side #1: Dc in each dc to beginning of round, slst to 3rd ch from beginning of round to join; turn. [16 (16, 16, 16, 20, 20, 20) puff sts or 31 (31, 31, 31, 39, 39, 39) dc per side]

    Round 2 (RS - double crochet): Ch 3, *dc in next and each rem dc to ch2sp, [(2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch2sp corner, dc in each puff and ch1sp to next ch2sp corner] twice, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next ch2sp corner; rep from * once more, dc in rem dc, slst to 3rd ch from beginning of round to join; turn. [35 (35, 35, 35, 43, 43, 43) dc per side]

    An overhead shot of a crochet hexagon that will form the basic of a crochet hexagon cardigan.

    [Rep Rounds 1 and 2] 3 (4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 6) more times. 

    Rep Round 1 once more. Hexagon should now contain 16 (18, 18, 18, 22, 22, 24) total rounds. The last round should contain 63 (71, 71, 71, 87, 87, 95) dc on each double crochet side and 32 (36, 36, 36, 44, 44, 48) puff stitches on each puff stitch side. Fasten off.

    Can't Wait To Keep Going?

    Head to Part 3 of the free Mezzo Cardigan pattern here. In this section, we'll extend the sides of our hexagons a bit, finish up the sleeves and join the hexagons into an actual garment. At that point, you'll have a real cardigan to begin trying on!

    If you'd like to move ahead at your own pace, purchase the PDF which will give you access to the complete pattern in one nicely formatted, printable document.

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