Plan staggered hexagons

Measure a joined staggered cluster. Bounding-box width multiplied by motif count overestimates some layouts because adjacent rows interlock.

Before you start

Gather the measurements, counts or timing sample needed below. Record their units and whether they describe a sample, the whole project or one purchased package. Use a finished sample when dimensions or material use depend on fabric structure.

Try this example

Lay out three motifs above two, join them and measure the complete outline. Record the horizontal and vertical step between centers; plan partial edge motifs separately.

Check your result

• Recheck the inputs against the actual sample or label, keep units consistent and round only the final count or purchase. Repeat a sample if a small measuring difference changes the decision.
• These arithmetic examples assume the measured structure stays comparable. Shaping, borders, dense textures and color changes require their own allowances or samples.

Sources

• www.craftyarncouncil.com: 020_CGauge3.pdf
• media.craftyarncouncil.com: CYC_CIP_Crochet_Program_2017.pdf

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