Knitted Hexagonal Leaf

The Knitted Hexagonal Leaf is a charming and intricate design made up of delicate stitches that beautifully mimic the natural details of a leaf. This knitting pattern showcases creativity and skill, making it a favorite among crafters looking to add a touch of nature-inspired elegance to their projects. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or a beginner eager to try something new, crafting a Knitted Hexagonal Leaf is a delightful way to bring a bit of whimsy and warmth into your creations. So, grab your needles and yarn, and let's knit up some leafy magic together!

Knitting materials and tools:

• DPN or straight 6 mm (US 10/UK4)
• Bernat, Maker Fashion (5) – 72% cotton, 28% nylon.
• Crochet Hook (size not important)

Common abbreviations of knit stitches:

• k – knit
• kb – knit through the back loop
• p – purl
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• yo – yarn over
• k3tog – knit three together: insert the tip of the RHN into the next 2 sts knitwise, now return these 2 sts back to the LHN in the way that the right front loop of each stitch becomes a back one after that knit the next 3 sts through the back loops.
• sel s – selvage stitch: always slip the first stitch knitwise, work to the last stitch, purl the last stitch
• LHN – left-hand needle
• RHN – right-hand needle

Gauge:

12-13 sts –10 cm (4 inches).

Hexagonal leaf knitting pattern:

Cast on 13 sts or any odd number.

Row 1: sel s, knit all stitches, sel s.

Row 2: sel s, cast on 1 st, k5, k3tog, k5, cast on 1 st, sel s.

Row 3: sel s, kb, k5, p1, k5, kb, sel s.

Row 4: Repeat Row 2.

Row 5: Repeat Row 3.

Row 6: Repeat Row 2

Row 7: Repeat Row 3.

Row 8: Repeat Row 2

Row 9: Repeat Row 3.

Row 10: Repeat Row 2

Row 11: Repeat Row 3.

Row 12: sel s, k5, k3tog, k5, sel s. (13 sts)

Row 13: sel s, k5, p1, k5, sel s. (13 sts)

Row 14: sel s, k4, k3tog, k4, sel s. (11sts)

Row 15: sel s, k4, p1, k4, sel s. (11sts)

Row 16: sel s, k3, k3tog, k3, sel s. (9 sts)

Row 17: sel s, k3, p1, k3, sel s. (9 sts)

Row 18: sel s, k2, k3tog, k2, sel s. (7 sts)

Row 19: sel s, k2, p1, k2, sel s. (7 sts)

Row 20: sel s, k1, k3tog, k1, sel s. (5 sts)

Row 21: sel s, k1, p1, k1, sel s. (5 sts)

Row 22: sel s, k2tog. Do not purl the last stitch. Take a hook and insert it into the central stitch, then into the first stitch and at the ends into the third stitch, make yarn over and pull through all three stitches on your hook. I am doing it this way because I want to finish the leaf and make the central stitch on top of the other two.

Chain 1 and cut the yarn. Weave in all ends.