Cotton Hexagon Crochet Trivet

A simple modern crochet trivet pattern – The Cotton Hexagon Trivet – is a free pattern here on the blog. I share lots of extra details below, or if you only want the free pattern scroll down!

This pattern is part of the Cotton Hexagon Collection, a set of four tableware items: coasters, table mats, place mats and a trivet.

So you can find these easily, here are some handy links to the free pattern posts:

• Coasters
• Table Mats
• Place Mats

If you would prefer to buy an inexpensive, ad-free, large print, printable PDF pattern (all four patterns for the regular cost of one!) get one HERE.

Inspiration & Design

This trivet was the fourth and final design from my obsession with these hexagon motifs.

I say it’s the final design but I can’t absolutely promise to never make anything else using this solid hexagon pattern. They’re surprisingly addictive once you start making them!

To make sure that this trivet was thick enough to protect a work surface I used the same yarn but held double. If you’re new to crochet, this might seem like a strange phrase. It just means that you use two strands of yarn to crochet with instead of one.

Easy Crochet

Firstly, like the Moon Shadow Blanket, this is another crochet home decor pattern that uses simple crochet stitches. As a result, this makes it a great beginner crochet project. I’ve even included a little cheat sheet photo tutorial to help with the stitch placement instructions. Just in case you aren’t familiar with some of the terms used when crocheting in the round.

Quick Crochet

Secondly, this is a super fast crochet project to complete. Six rounds of crochet and you’re done!

Gifts

Finally, I think this trivet would make a great gift. Paired with a casserole dish, a recipe book or even with the rest of the Collection. Great for new home presents especially!

The Yarn

I used the popular Lily Sugar’n Cream yarn for this project. Perfect for a simple modern crochet trivet.

This 100% cotton yarn is natural, soft and absorbent. It’s a worsted / aran weight and comes in a wide range of shades. I’ve picked some of my favourites below.

Above all it’s long-lasting, washable and absorbant. So it really is perfect for lots of different cotton crochet projects.

I chose Soft Ecru for this collection which is on the very top left.

The pattern includes some substitute yarn recommendations or you could use yarnsub.com to help you find an alternative.

Pin this simple modern crochet trivet pattern for later!

Pattern – Cotton Hexagon Crochet Trivet

MATERIALS:

• Lily Sugar’n Cream – 100% Cotton

Worsted 4 (US) / Aran (UK) 2.5oz / 70.9g, 120yds / 109m

1 ball in Soft Ecru 

Amount of yarn used 2.3oz / 63g, 107yds / 97m (makes 1 trivet)

• Size 6mm crochet hook – my favourite hook brand
• Tapestry needle – I use this so I don’t lose them!
• Measuring tape – I have one like this
• Scissors – I have a pretty pair like these
• Stitch markers (optional) – I find any like this are best
• Blocking mats (optional) – these make blocking easy

YARN SUBSTITUTIONS:

Paintbox Yarns Recycled Cotton Worsted

Hobbii Rainbow Cotton 8/8

Lion Brand Re-Up

When substituting yarn always check yardage before buying and

your gauge before making.

SIZE:

One size.

GAUGE:

Working in double crochet with 6mm hook:

11 stitches, 5 rows to 4″ / 10cm

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:

10in / 25.5cm wide

9.5in / 24cm long

SKILL LEVEL:

Level 1 / Basic

PATTERN NOTES:

Yarn is held double throughout (ie. crochet with 2 strands of yarn).

The hexagons are made in the round.

Starting chains count as stitches.

A photo tutorial can be found below to help with the pattern instructions from end of ROUND 1 to end of ROUND 2.

Dc stitches “in same st” and “base of ch” will be tight!

ABBREVIATIONS (US TERMS):

Ch – chain

Dc – double crochet

Sl st – slip stitch

St – stitch

Tr – treble crochet

* – repeat the instructions following the * as directed

( ) – work the group of stitches all in the same stitch

< > – stitch count

SPECIAL STITCHES:

None

STITCH PLACEMENT TUTORIAL:

PATTERN:

(US Terms)

Hold yarn double throughout (ie. crochet with 2 strands of yarn)

SETUP  Make a magic loop.

ROUND 1 Ch 3. Work 17 dc into the loop. Tighten the magic loop. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. <18>

ROUND 2  Ch 4, dc in same st. *2 dc, (dc, tr, dc) in next st. Repeat from * four more times, then 2 dc and finish with dc in base of ch 4. Join with sl st to top of ch 4. <30>

ROUND 3  Ch 4, dc in same st. *4 dc, (dc, tr, dc) in next st. Repeat from * four more times, then 4 dc and finish with dc in base of ch 4. Join with sl st to top of ch 4. <42>

ROUND 4  Ch 4, dc in same st. *6 dc, (dc, tr, dc) in next st. Repeat from * four more times, then 6 dc and finish with dc in base of ch 4. Join with sl st to top of ch 4. <54>

ROUND 5  Ch 4, dc in same st. *8 dc, (dc, tr, dc) in next st. Repeat from * four more times, then 8 dc and finish with dc in base of ch 4. Join with sl st to top of ch 4. <66>

ROUND 6  Ch 4, dc in same st. *10 dc, (dc, tr, dc) in next st. Repeat from * four more times, then 10 dc and finish with dc in base of ch 4. Join with sl st to top of ch 4. <78>

FOR LOOP Ch 14, join with sl st to next st.

FINISHING Weave in ends and block.

Happy crocheting!