I modified a hexagon cardigan for plus size, and I love it!

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8 ай бұрын

If you are a plus or mid size girlie like me, this video has all the modifications I made to a hexagon cardi to adapt it to fit my plus size frame. I love it, and I'm excited to show you how i modified this hexagon cardigan.
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@weenbaby 5 ай бұрын

When I make hexicardis, i only make the original hexigans wide enough to fit my arms. For the rest, I add to the back and to the length.

@ShannonTalksYarn 5 ай бұрын

I hadn’t thought about that but I can see how that would totally work! Especially if the perfect sleeve size is a must. I love it, thank you for sharing, that’s a great tip! 😃

@weenbaby 5 ай бұрын

@@ShannonTalksYarn my first one I made a bit wide so I have huge bubble sleeves 🤣. I’m working on another where I’m making the sleeves about 7 inches flat. When I join it’ll make them about 8. There’s a hexicardi video where she makes one that is no sew and that’s the one I usually follow. You should check it out! The *only* problem with doing it that way is it kind of stops the hexagon pattern but it shouldn’t matter if you only use one colorway in yarn. I hope it makes sense.

@ShannonTalksYarn 5 ай бұрын

@weenbaby it does make sense and that wouldn’t bother me one bit lol! 😃

@annabratton1784 Ай бұрын

I wish I read this before I started mine I of course started with one pattern then realized how huge the sleeves would be if I did it the way the pattern maker did on Etsy and then came for this to save it. I’m not going to trash it of course but I think it will be my house sweater for like being cozy on the sofa and make another with the same idea you had. I think that will be better!

@charlenetorres1202 10 күн бұрын

You made me smile😊 if you are 5’4 to me you are tall. I also made the hexagon cardigan, but at 4’11 it looked like a dress on me and I had trouble finding my hands. Yet, my 5’8 granddaughter loved it. Listening carefully to this vlog since I really would love to make one that I can actually be comfortable wearing.

@ShannonTalksYarn 9 күн бұрын

Well I’m glad it went to good use! For me, I found the easiest way to fit it was to measure my shoulder width and make my square that amount of inches. I also didn’t add any extender rows in the back or bottom. I hope you get to make one that you enjoy wearing!

@barbaramalcolm1621 8 ай бұрын

Looks great. Love the modifications you made-not as boxy as typical hexi cardigan and really love the sleeves.

@ShannonTalksYarn 8 ай бұрын

Thank you Barbara! I definitely feel more comfortable in this one than the first boxy one I made!!! Have a great weekend 😃

@susinok 6 ай бұрын

I am five foot two. The struggle is real with our clothes making us look even shorter. I am short waisted as well, so that presents some problems. I like the idea of a cropped cardigan.

@ShannonTalksYarn 6 ай бұрын

I always thought I hated cropped items but I think it might be the way to go ( o my as a layering piece for me tho, I’m still not on board with cropped tops 😂) I hope this helps!

@michelem8686 2 ай бұрын

Hi! I just found your channel and love it! I just watched this video-- 6 months after you filmed it, and I think the colors represent spring as well. New greenery of all shades plus deep purples of crocus, tulips, & hyacinth. I'd have never thought of this as a Halloween/ October only sweater without you saying it.

@ShannonTalksYarn 2 ай бұрын

Hi Michele and welcome!!! Oh my gosh thank you for posting that! Because it said Halloween on the label, I had a one track mind but now that you said that, I can totally see that and agree! Now I have a spring cardigan 😃

@jackiekamholz7804 Ай бұрын

I love the sweater & your modifications!

@ShannonTalksYarn Ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@detoig 3 ай бұрын

Really beautiful!!!! Great fit!! Gorgeous.

@ShannonTalksYarn 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Diana!!! I appreciate it 🫶🏻

@kadyjabrealey1421 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. I am a plus size and I want to learn how to sowe and crochet to make my clothes

@ShannonTalksYarn 5 ай бұрын

You’re very welcome! I would love to learn to sew more too! But for now, it’s mostly all crochet for me. I encourage you to give crochet a try! There’s so many things you can make to wear and also ways to add crochet to clothing. I don’t know how familiar you are with crochet but my friend Sweet Moments by Jessie has really great beginner stitch tutorials on her channel if you’re looking for beginner info! Thanks so much for watching and commenting too 😃

@sarahjs 5 ай бұрын

Gorgeous sweater! I admire how you are able to make changes and design your own creations. 😊. I've bought enough yarn for a sweater and haven't settled on a pattern yet. You've made some points that I wouldn't have thought of so I appreciate your sharing your thoughts. I'm seeing this a few months after, so I hope you're feeling good right now. 😊

@ShannonTalksYarn 5 ай бұрын

Oh my gosh, it took me forever to shake the cough I had! I had to edit so many out of my videos 😂😂😂 Im just about finished with a solid hexagon cardigan. Well that’s not true. I’ve got the 1 panels made. They aren’t sewn together so I haven’t lengthen the sleeves either lol! I’m not sure text which I like better: the granny or the solid. The granny definitely works up faster! I’d love to know what you decide on!

@nz-nz 5 ай бұрын

Love the colours of your cardigan!

@ShannonTalksYarn 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I appreciate it! 🥰

@Bubbieof4 5 ай бұрын

This is very pretty on you. Love it!

@ShannonTalksYarn 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Deb, I sure appreciate it!

@DawnaLovesYarn 8 ай бұрын

I absolutely love that cardigan. Those are my favorite colors in one ball of yarn. I went and ordered 3 balls because I'll want mine longer. I'm the same size as you but a couple inches taller. I would wear that all fall and winter. Nice job.

@ShannonTalksYarn 8 ай бұрын

That’s so awesome, Dawna!!! Since you are taller you will be glad u ordered that 3rd ball, I used all but a couple feet of yarn lol! I’m so excited for you, I hope you love yours too! ❤️

@ASquareGranny 6 ай бұрын

Beautiful! And so is your cardigan ☺️🫶🏻🧶

@ShannonTalksYarn 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Lisa!!! ❤️❤️❤️

@crochetingaroundnewzealand 7 ай бұрын

I love the colours you've chosen ❤

@ShannonTalksYarn 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Trish, it was fun project 😃

@Melanie-Jay77 13 күн бұрын

Thank you for this video and beautiful yarn.

@ShannonTalksYarn 13 күн бұрын

You are so welcome! And thank you for watching!!!

@joannunemaker6332 8 ай бұрын

I hope you feel better soon. I've been feeling the same way. I think it's the changing weather. I'm from Illinois, so we are both experiencing colder temps. I love your Halloween colors! Awesome! Loved your video.😊❤

@ShannonTalksYarn 8 ай бұрын

Well hello neighbor! I love fall in the Midwest but it does get cold fast unfortunately! I was an IL girl for a couple years, we were in Rock Island, which is still pretty much Iowa lol! Thanks for watching, I appreciate it! I hope u have a great weekend 😃

@n3mutta 19 күн бұрын

Hope you continue to get better and thank you for the modifications to the sizes it’s refreshing. Watching from Cambridge UK❤

@ShannonTalksYarn 19 күн бұрын

I'm glad it was helpful! Hello in Cambridge !!!

@patriciawaring 8 ай бұрын

Morning Shannon! Your cardi is gorgeous & in my fav colors. I’d wear it all year round, lol. I’m still very intimidated about making wearables though. Maybe someday. Love, from sunny, but chilly Oklahoma 🤍🍁🎃

@ShannonTalksYarn 8 ай бұрын

Good morning Patricia! Hexagon cardigans are a pretty fool proof wearable to start with, it’s actually pretty hard to mess it up! It’s pretty nice up here for October anyway. Everyone’s saying it will hit 70 this weekend…..I sure hope it does! Take care Friend!

@sweetmomentsbyjessie 8 ай бұрын

I hope you feel better soon! That's a beautiful hexi cardigan and looks comfy! 🙂

@ShannonTalksYarn 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Jessie! I am on the mend, but I’m impatient lol 😂

@sweetmomentsbyjessie 8 ай бұрын

@@ShannonTalksYarn you’re welcome! Glad you are starting to feel better 😊

@tberryobara 6 ай бұрын

Your cardi is beautiful - I like he balloon sleeves. I made my first hexi-cardi for an ugly Christmas sweater party (and used super saver too - it's quite bulky for my liking). For my next one I may use Lion Brand Heartland or We Crochet Swish. Thank you for sharing these tips.

@ShannonTalksYarn 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, and thanks for watching and commenting! I agree the RHSS makes a very stiff sweater. I’m so glad you made one tho, I think they’re fun. I don’t have an experience with Swish but I’ve heard it’s good yarn! I made a seat cushion from heartland and loved it. My friend Kristen Crochets made a sweater out of the heartland colorway that is grey with multi colored tweed and she said it pilled really quickly. But my cushion is great so maybe it’s the colorway 🤷🏻‍♀️ Let me know if you add some balloon sleeves to your next sweater! Happy Crocheting 🧶

@jeanneriegler8687 2 ай бұрын

LOVE it!!❤😊 BEAUTIFUL!!❤

@ShannonTalksYarn 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Jeanne!!! 🫶🏻

@user-we9zy7px8s 8 ай бұрын

Love your cardigan sweater. I am going to try to made me a sweater..😊God Bless everyone love and prayers ❤🙏

@ShannonTalksYarn 8 ай бұрын

You’ll have to let me know when you finish yours!!! I love to know. I hope you have a blessed day as well ❤️

@Honeybee-Hedgehog-Designs 3 ай бұрын

Gorgeous ❤I can’t wait to. View more

@ShannonTalksYarn 3 ай бұрын

Hi Christina, thanks for watching and commenting!

@colson8327 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! I am also a chunky short gal!

@ShannonTalksYarn 4 ай бұрын

Hello, and you’re welcome!!! I hope this helps. I know I’ve been happier making these few adjustments. Just feels like it’s fits better 😃 Happy Crocheting!

@justdi3347 8 ай бұрын

Hi Shannon! Thank you for the tips and tricks for making garments to flatter the curvy girls. I am 5’2 and busty and almost 62. I wear usually a size 12 or med/large so I am in between sizes all the time. I a Just learning to be thankful for this body that God has given me instead of fighting it. So with that said, I am making bag-o-days hexi cardi and loving the stitch but I think I am going to make it cropped and a bit smaller because I’ve made some before and always give them away cause they make me look way to short and chunky. So I will now look at this pattern Crystal is doing differently. Thank you and I will be exploring more of your channel. I am a new sub. Feel better and thank you 😊 🦋

@ShannonTalksYarn 8 ай бұрын

Hello Di, welcome! Thank you for watching and commenting too, I really appreciate it! Body acceptance sure is a journey isn’t it? I’m getting closer tho thankfully. I hope your current cardigan feels more comfortable to wear. I think a few small changes can make a pretty big difference! 😃

@marianeculek3261 3 ай бұрын

Totally enjoying this! I am 5' 1"ish. I'm not big on big sleeves and I really like my sleeves to have cuffs, not open ended

@ShannonTalksYarn 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Mariane! Hopefully this video will be helpful for you. I absolutely love how modifying the sleeves transformed the look and fit of my cardigan. And it wasn’t very hard either!

@marianeculek3261 3 ай бұрын

@@ShannonTalksYarn Thanks!!!!

@ShannonTalksYarn 3 ай бұрын

@@marianeculek3261 YW! 😃

@robintomlinson9926 23 күн бұрын

i was looking for your hexicardi video

@emmagarcia5236 Ай бұрын

I think it looks great on you.

@ShannonTalksYarn Ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@machi3663 6 ай бұрын

I'm almost to the end of making mine, need to border it and finish my sleeves, but wish i had watched a video like this for plus size girly like me 😅 It is boxy and stiff since i used a 5mm hook 🥲

@ShannonTalksYarn 6 ай бұрын

My first one was too, don’t be hard on yourself!!!! Thanks for watching and commenting, I really appreciate it!

@bootsieardito1816 4 ай бұрын

Great Video!!

@ShannonTalksYarn 4 ай бұрын

Thank you and thanks for watching!

@Purpleskull21 28 күн бұрын

Hi just found your channel would u do a tutorial on how u make your cardigan at all please

@ShannonTalksYarn 28 күн бұрын

You can actually do any pattern you want for these modifications! I’m not really good at filming tutorials tbh, I have a hard time explaining instructions in a linear way that makes sense. 🤦🏻‍♀️ But if you’re looking for a good tutorial, I recommend the hexagon cardigan tutorial from Craft in a Cuppa!

@lisapatterson9297 8 ай бұрын

Good morning Shannon ❤

@ShannonTalksYarn 8 ай бұрын

Good morning my dear Lisa!

@krgnx666 6 ай бұрын

I'm looking to make a fairly large cardigan (probably 3X size) and I'm super new to crochet. in the back when adding shoulder length before sowing I see mostly adding 4 inches (roughly like 3 rows to each side) before sowing together, would it work to just add more rows in the back or would it make the sweater look wonky? I appreciate you're tips and will definitely be using them. :)

@ShannonTalksYarn 6 ай бұрын

I think it all kind of depends on the yarn and the look you’re going for. I made one that was brown with blue trim and the back rows were very noticeable but I thought it worked out nice. For the one in the video it was verigated yarn and I thought my back seam looked a little odd. I think if I would have used plain black to sew it together it wouldn’t have looked so odd!

@hollyjodalby3288 Ай бұрын

😊 Hi Shannon. Just watched your video on hexagon sweater with a yarn called witches brew. Would you please give me complete name of yarn (brand etc). I am trying to find it. It would be appreciated. Thanks

@ShannonTalksYarn Ай бұрын

No problem! It’s Herrschner’s Worsted 8 Halloween Sparkle Yarn. It’s some of their private label yarn. I actually think all of the Herrschner’s brand are good yarns! Not sure if you’ve ordered from them or not? If you haven’t, I would suggest signing up for their email because they send notifications when there is a shipping deal. Otherwise I’ve found the shipping kind of high ($12). But I’m also kind of cheap lol 😂 The website is herrschners.com Hope that helps!

@angelacollins 3 ай бұрын

Welp. Another added to the list! I need to get to crocheting faster lol

@ShannonTalksYarn 3 ай бұрын

Haha, I am definitely not a fast crochet either! But this is a fun project that’s pretty easy 😃

@CaptainMikaylaa 4 ай бұрын

how many rows did you do? I don’t know where a good place to stop is

@ShannonTalksYarn 4 ай бұрын

I believe on mine it was around 17. But if you measure your shoulder width that will tell you how many inches each panel should be (since 2 folded in half and sew together equals 1) so I think mine was around 20 inches. I like that way better than rows since yarns, hooks and tension can differ so much!

@rosahickman1003 5 ай бұрын

How many rounds on the Hexagon cardigan for size plus 3x

@ShannonTalksYarn 5 ай бұрын

It will definitely depend on your yarn, hook size and tension, but what I always do is crochet until the width of one panel is the same as my shoulder to shoulder width, since you will be making 2 panels and folding them in half. And if you want the cardigan longer length you can add extension rows on the bottom. Hopefully that makes sense!

@karenhiggins1307 6 ай бұрын

Where can i find the pattern i need one

@ShannonTalksYarn 6 ай бұрын

Hi Karen! I never really use a pattern for hexagon cardigans I just make each panel the width of my shoulders, that way it fits when hooded in half and sewn together. At that point I add extra length to sleeves so they fit and if you want extra length in the torso you add rows then. But a friend of mine has success with one from Craft and a Cuppa here on YT, and I believe The Snugglery has a good one too!