Closed Solid Hexagon Crochet Pattern (Lays Flat!)
- Tiffany
- Jan 18
- 5 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
By Tiffany Hansen
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If you’ve ever crocheted a hexagon that just wouldn’t lay flat, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common issues crocheters run into when working in the round — and it almost always comes down to how the corners are built.
In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through a closed solid hexagon crochet pattern designed to lay flat and keep its shape. This pattern pairs perfectly with the video tutorial where I visually show you what’s happening at the corners and how to fix common problems.
👉 This pattern is featured in the first video of my Crochet Hexagon Series, where we’ll continue building on hexagons in more advanced ways.
Skill Level
Beginner–Easy
(Basic stitches, worked in the round)
Materials
Yarn: Size 4 (worsted weight) yarn
I used Premier Anti-Pilling Select in the color Pistachio
Hook: H/8 (5.00 mm) crochet hook
Scissors
Yarn needle
Crochet Abbreviations (US Terms)
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
dc – double crochet
sp – space
sts - stitches
Rnd - round
Pattern Notes
This hexagon is worked in joined rounds.
Corners are created using chain spaces, which is essential for keeping the hexagon flat.
Each round increases evenly by adding stitches between corners, not at the corners themselves.
⭐ Featured Tip: Why Hexagons Stop Laying Flat
Hexagons don’t usually cup because of stitch count mistakes — they cup because the corners don’t have enough room to turn.
Every round adds stitches, and if the corners aren’t clearly defined with chain spaces, the fabric has nowhere to expand. This pattern solves that by giving each corner its own space to breathe.
Closed Solid Hexagon Crochet Pattern
Rnd 1 - Ch 3 (counts as first dc), make 11 dc into the first chain.
Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (12 dc total)
⭐ Featured Tip: Joining Matters
When joining each round, make sure you’re joining to the correct part of the beginning chain. Joining too tightly or to the wrong stitch can subtly pull the fabric inward and affect how flat your hexagon lays.
Rnd 2 - Ch 4 (counts as first dc + ch 2), dc in the same stitch,
* (dc, ch 2, dc) in the next stitch, dc in the next stitch.*
Repeat from * around until you have 6 ch-2 corner spaces.
Join with a sl st to the 2nd chain of the beginning ch-4.
(Total 18 dc sts, 12 ch-2 spaces)
⭐ Featured Tip: Corners Are the Star of the Show
Those ch-2 spaces you just made? Those are your corners — and they are the most important part of the hexagon.
If your hexagon starts to:
Cup upward → your corners are too tight
Ripple → your corners may be too loose
Focus on being consistent with those corner chains.
Rnd 3 - Sl st into the next dc and into the corner ch-2 space.
Ch 4 (counts as first dc + ch 2), dc in the same ch-2 space.
Dc in each stitch across until you reach the next corner space.
(Dc, ch 2, dc) in the corner ch-2 space.
Repeat around, placing dc in each stitch and (dc, ch 2, dc) in each corner.
Join with a sl st to the 2nd chain of the beginning ch-4.
(Total 30 dc sts, 12 ch-2 spaces)
End of Rnd 4 - (Total 42 dc sts, 12 ch-2 spaces)
⭐ Featured Tip: Don’t Add Stitches at the Corners
A common mistake is accidentally adding extra stitches into the corner chain space.
Remember:
Corners get (dc, ch 2, dc)
Sides get dc only
Keeping this distinction clear is what keeps the hexagon balanced.
Continue Rounds
For each additional round:
Place dc in every stitch
Work (dc, ch 2, dc) in each corner ch-2 space
Join each round the same way
Continue until your hexagon reaches the size you want.
⭐ Featured Tip: Tension Can Change Everything
If your hexagon is almost flat but still a little stubborn:
Relax your tension slightly
Don’t pull your corner chains tight
Lay your hexagon down after each round to check its shape
Catching issues early makes them much easier to fix.
Why This Hexagon Lays Flat
This pattern works because the corners are treated as structural turning points, not just decorative spaces. By giving each corner consistent chain space and keeping stitch placement clean, the hexagon has room to expand evenly as it grows.
🎥Video Tutorial
If you’re a visual learner, be sure to watch the companion video where I demonstrate this pattern step-by-step and show exactly how to spot and fix corner issues.
👉 Watch the Closed Solid Hexagon Video Tutorial here:
Left-Handed Version -
Part of the Crochet Hexagon Series
This pattern is the foundation for my Crochet Hexagon Series. As the series continues, we’ll explore:
More advanced hexagon variations
Turning vs. non-turning rounds
Design modifications
Troubleshooting at different sizes
Join Me Inside the Crochet Club ✨
If you enjoyed this tutorial and want to go a little deeper, I’d love to invite you to join me inside The Crochet Club Membership. Each week, we build on the previous YouTube video together in a relaxed, supportive space where you can ask questions, get unstuck, and gain confidence in your crochet skills.
Wednesday Crafter’s Gatherings
Every Wednesday, we host a Crafter’s Gathering where we do a deep dive into the previous week’s YouTube video, share additional tips and tricks, and explore variations you may not see in the tutorial. It’s a great opportunity to slow things down, see the concepts applied in different ways, and connect with other crocheters working on the same projects.
👉 This week’s Crafter’s Gathering will focus on this Closed Solid Hexagon Crochet Pattern, where we’ll look at how the hexagon changes when you turn your work after every round versus continuing to crochet in the same direction. We’ll compare the look, texture, and stitch alignment so you can decide which method you prefer for future projects.
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