Honeycomb Hexagon Crochet Granny Square Free Pattern

Introduction

The Honeycomb Hexagon Granny Square is a calm, geometric 12-inch afghan block that starts life as a six-sided hexagon and then squares up into a tidy four-cornered square. It is written for crocheters who are comfortable with double crochet and chains but want a project that grows in a steady, predictable rhythm. The look is inspired by Japandi style: simple shapes, warm earthy tones, and a quiet, handmade texture. Worked in worsted-weight acrylic, the finished square feels soft and light with a lacy grid of cluster blocks, making it perfect for blankets, pillows, or a sampler afghan.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight (4) yarn, 100% acrylic, approximately 100 yards total: 50 yards terracotta (A), 30 yards mustard (B), 20 yards cream (C).
• Hook: 5.5 mm (I/9) crochet hook.
• Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends, scissors, and a measuring tape.
• Finished size: 12 inches (30.5 cm) square.

Abbreviations

• ch – chain
• sl st – slip stitch
• sc – single crochet
• dc – double crochet
• sp – space
• rep – repeat
• st(s) – stitch(es)

Gauge

The first 4 rounds of the hexagon measure 4 inches (10 cm) across from point to point. To check, work Rounds 1–4 and measure your hexagon flat; if it is smaller, go up a hook size, and if it is larger, go down a hook size.

Tips Before You Start

• Keep your ch-1 spaces loose and even; they are what give the honeycomb its open, lacy look.
• Count your 3-dc groups at the end of each round before moving on, since the squaring rounds depend on the right number of spaces.
• Use a stitch marker in the first ch-2 corner space of each round so you always know where the round began.
• Work the first dc of each group snugly so the cluster blocks stay crisp and square.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Hexagon Center (Color A)

Rnd 1: Ch 4, join with sl st to form ring. Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in ring, [ch 2, 3 dc in ring] 5 times, ch 2, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (6 groups of 3 dc, 6 ch-2 sps)

Rnd 2: Sl st to first ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp (corner made), *ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp; rep from * around, ch 1, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (12 groups of 3 dc, 6 ch-2 sps, 6 ch-1 sps)

Rnd 3: Sl st to first ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp, *ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp; rep from * around, ch 1, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (18 groups of 3 dc, 6 ch-2 sps, 12 ch-1 sps)

Rnd 4: Sl st to first ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp, *[ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp] twice, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp; rep from * around, ch 1, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (24 groups of 3 dc, 6 ch-2 sps, 18 ch-1 sps)

Fasten off A.

Squaring Rounds (Color B)

Rnd 5: Join B with sl st to any ch-2 sp (corner), ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp, *[ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp] 3 times, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-2 sp (side), ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-2 sp (corner), ch 2, 3 dc in same sp; rep from * around, ch 1, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (24 groups of 3 dc, 4 ch-2 sps, 20 ch-1 sps)

Rnd 6: Sl st to first ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp, *[ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp] 5 times, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp; rep from * around, ch 1, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (28 groups of 3 dc, 4 ch-2 sps, 24 ch-1 sps)

Fasten off B.

Corner Blocks (Color A)

Rnd 7: Join A with sl st to any ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp (corner), *[ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp] 6 times, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp; rep from * around, ch 1, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (32 groups of 3 dc, 4 ch-2 sps, 28 ch-1 sps)

Rnd 8: Sl st to first ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp, *[ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp] 7 times, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp; rep from * around, ch 1, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (36 groups of 3 dc, 4 ch-2 sps, 32 ch-1 sps)

Fasten off A.

Filler Rounds (Color C)

Rnd 9: Join C with sl st to any ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp, *[ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp] 8 times, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp; rep from * around, ch 1, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (40 groups of 3 dc, 4 ch-2 sps, 36 ch-1 sps)

Rnd 10: Sl st to first ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp, *[ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp] 9 times, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp; rep from * around, ch 1, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (44 groups of 3 dc, 4 ch-2 sps, 40 ch-1 sps)

Fasten off C.

Edging (Color B)

Rnd 11: Join B with sl st to any ch-2 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, *sc in each dc and ch-1 sp across to next ch-2 sp, (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around, join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.

Assembly and Finishing

This square is worked in one piece, so there is no seaming required. Weave in all ends on the wrong side with your tapestry needle, taking care to secure the color changes. Block the square to 12 inches (30.5 cm) by pinning it flat, misting it lightly with water, and letting it dry completely; this opens up the honeycomb spaces and sharpens the four corners. If you are joining multiple squares into a blanket, block them all to the same size first so they line up evenly.

Pro Tips and Variations

• Swap the terracotta, mustard, and cream for any three-color palette to change the mood while keeping the same geometric rhythm.
• Work the final edging in a contrasting color, or add a second sc round for a slightly larger, more defined border.
• Make a set of squares in alternating color orders and join them with a simple sc seam for a modern, patchwork-style afghan.