The Driftwood & Tide Hexagon Afghan: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Textured, Coastal Mosaic Throw
Introducing the Driftwood & Tide Hexagon Afghan
Imagine the soothing rhythm of waves and the gentle beauty of sea glass scattered along the shore—now imagine wrapping yourself in that feeling. The Driftwood & Tide Hexagon Afghan is a free crochet pattern designed to bring coastal serenity into your home. Using a unique mosaic stitch technique and a palette of soft, ocean-inspired hues, this oversized throw mimics the organic texture of driftwood and tide-worn glass. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a confident beginner ready for a new challenge, this pattern will guide you through creating a deeply textured, boho-chic blanket that becomes the centerpiece of any cozy space.
Materials Needed
To create this stunning afghan, gather the following supplies. The pattern uses worsted weight (#4) cotton or cotton-blend yarn for durability and stitch definition.
- Yarn: Worsted weight (#4) cotton or cotton-blend yarn in 5 colors:
- Color A: Frosty White (approx 360-440 yds)
- Color B: Pale Aqua (approx 360-440 yds)
- Color C: Seafoam Green (approx 360-440 yds)
- Color D: Weathered Sand (approx 360-440 yds)
- Color E: Driftwood Gray (approx 360-440 yds)
- Hook: Size J/10 (6.0 mm) crochet hook
- Other: Yarn needle for weaving ends, stitch markers (optional), blocking pins and mat
Gauge: 14 stitches x 8 rows = 4 inches in mosaic stitch pattern (after blocking). Adjust hook size if needed to match gauge.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Notes: This pattern uses a mosaic crochet technique worked in rows. The hexagon is built from the center out. Each row is worked with one color, carrying the unused yarn loosely along the wrong side. Always ch 1 at the beginning of a row (does not count as a stitch). The pattern is written for a large throw (approx 60 inches wide). Adjust hook size for desired gauge.
Special Stitches
- Mosaic Double Crochet (mdc): Yo, insert hook into the stitch 2 rows below, yo, pull up a loop (long loop), yo, pull through 2 loops, yo, pull through remaining 2 loops. This creates a long stitch that covers the row below.
- Mosaic Single Crochet (msc): Insert hook into the stitch 2 rows below, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through both loops on hook.
Pattern
Round 1 (Color A): Make a magic ring. Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in ring, ch 2, (3 dc, ch 2) 5 times. Join with sl st to top of ch-3. (18 dc, 6 ch-2 spaces)
Round 2 (Color A): Sl st into next 2 dc, sl st into ch-2 space. Ch 3 (counts as dc), (2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in same space. *Ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 space. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to top of ch-3. (36 dc, 6 ch-2 spaces, 6 ch-1 spaces)
Round 3 (Color B): Sl st into next 2 dc, sl st into ch-2 space. Ch 1 (does not count as st). *Work 1 msc in the ch-2 space 2 rows below (the magic ring space), 1 sc in next dc, 1 mdc in the dc 2 rows below (the first dc of the 3-dc group), 1 sc in next dc, 1 mdc in the dc 2 rows below (the third dc of the 3-dc group), 1 sc in next dc, 1 msc in the ch-2 space 2 rows below, ch 2. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to first msc. (6 msc, 12 mdc, 18 sc, 6 ch-2 spaces)
Round 4 (Color B): Sl st into next sc, sl st into ch-2 space. Ch 3 (counts as dc), (2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in same space. *Ch 1, skip next 3 sts, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 space. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to top of ch-3. (36 dc, 6 ch-2 spaces, 6 ch-1 spaces)
Round 5 (Color C): Sl st into next 2 dc, sl st into ch-2 space. Ch 1. *Work 1 msc in the ch-2 space 2 rows below (the ch-2 space from Round 3), 1 sc in next dc, 1 mdc in the dc 2 rows below (the first dc of the 3-dc group from Round 4), 1 sc in next dc, 1 mdc in the dc 2 rows below (the third dc of the 3-dc group from Round 4), 1 sc in next dc, 1 msc in the ch-2 space 2 rows below, ch 2. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to first msc.
Round 6 (Color C): Repeat Round 4.
Rounds 7-8 (Color D): Repeat Rounds 5-6.
Rounds 9-10 (Color E): Repeat Rounds 5-6.
Rounds 11-12 (Color A): Repeat Rounds 5-6.
Rounds 13-14 (Color B): Repeat Rounds 5-6.
Continue in this manner: Repeat Rounds 5-6, rotating through colors A, B, C, D, E in sequence, until the afghan reaches your desired size. For a throw, work approximately 30-35 rounds total (15-17 color repeats).
Final Round (Color of your choice): Sl st into next 2 dc, sl st into ch-2 space. Ch 1. *Work 1 sc in each st and 1 sc in each ch-1 space across to next ch-2 space, (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc) in corner ch-2 space. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Blocking: Wet block the afghan to open up the mosaic stitches and even out the shape. Pin to desired dimensions and allow to dry completely.
