Mustard Puff Flower Hexagon Bed Cover Crochet Pattern

This mustard bed cover is made from hexagons, and each one holds a raised puff flower right in the middle. The flower has six plump petals around a tiny open center. Around it sits a lacy ring of smaller puff petals with open spaces between them, and then a solid outlined frame that gives each hexagon its crisp six-sided shape. Joined together, the hexagons form a warm honeycomb that covers the whole bed. Along the sides, the hexagon points make a soft zigzag edge that hangs toward the floor. In warm mustard yellow, it feels like sunshine and honey on a cool autumn morning.

Each hexagon is worked in rounds from the center out. You start with a magic ring of double crochet, then work six large puff stitches with chain spaces between them. These are the big petals of the center flower, and they stand up from the surface with a lovely raised texture. In the next round, you work pairs of smaller puffs into each space, with chains between them, and that makes the lacy ring of petals. Then you shape the hexagon with clusters of double crochet and six corners, work a second double crochet round and finish with a single crochet round that outlines the hexagon.

The hexagons are joined with single crochet worked on the right side, so each seam forms a small raised ridge. These ridges trace a honeycomb pattern over the bed and add strength to the cover. You join the hexagons into rows first, then join the rows to each other along the zigzag edges, which fits together like a puzzle. A short border of single crochet and reverse single crochet follows the zigzag points all the way around, giving the edge a neat rope finish that matches the seams.

The finished bed cover measures about 98 by 109 inches. It uses 276 hexagons in 19 rows that alternate between 15 and 14 hexagons. Each hexagon is about 6.5 inches across from flat side to flat side, and about 7.5 inches from point to point. On a queen bed, the cover lies across the top and drops about 19 inches on each side and about 29 inches at the foot, with the hexagon points reaching toward the floor. I used worsted weight matte cotton with a 5 mm hook, which makes chunky puffs and a warm, cozy fabric.

The finished cover is soft, warm and full of texture. The puff flowers are thick and squishy under your hand, while the lacy rings keep the fabric from feeling too heavy. Mustard yellow is a rich, cheerful color that brings warmth to any room. It looks wonderful against neutral walls, beige headboards and white furniture, and it glows beautifully in lamp light. Because the whole cover is one color, the design comes from the texture and shadows of the puffs, which makes it feel elegant rather than busy.

This pattern suits an intermediate crocheter who is comfortable with puff stitches and working in the round. The hexagon has only six rounds, so once you have made a few, you will barely need to look at the pattern. Joining hexagons is a little different from joining squares, but after the first row you will see how the pieces fit together. Since every hexagon uses just one color, there are very few ends to weave in. Each piece is small and light, perfect for carrying in a bag and working on wherever you go.

I love this bed cover because it feels like a warm hug. Mustard yellow is one of my favorite colors for cooler months. It reminds me of sunflowers at the end of summer, honey in a jar and golden leaves on the trees. When this cover is on the bed, the whole room feels cozy and bright, even on gray days. I find myself smiling every time I walk past the bedroom door and see that honeycomb of little flowers.

The puff flowers are what make this hexagon special. Puff stitches are plump and soft, and they stand up from the fabric like little pillows. When you make six of them in a circle, they bloom into a flower that you can feel with your fingertips. The lacy ring around the flower adds a lighter touch, so the hexagon looks delicate and full at the same time. I could happily make these flowers for hours, and some evenings I did exactly that.

I also love working with hexagons. They are a little more interesting than squares, and they fit together in such a natural, pleasing way. There is something satisfying about laying out rows of hexagons and watching them click into a honeycomb. The zigzag edge is a happy surprise too. Instead of a plain straight border, the hexagon points make a playful edge that looks lovely hanging over the side of the bed.

• One color only, with very few ends to weave in.
• Six simple rounds per hexagon, easy to memorize.
• Raised puff flowers with rich texture.
• A honeycomb layout that looks special on any bed.

This cover truly changes a bedroom. My room used to be all white and beige, and it felt calm but a little flat. The mustard cover brought it to life. It added warmth, color and texture without making the room feel busy. Friends who visit always stop to touch the puffs and ask how long it took. When I tell them every hexagon was made by hand, they look at it with new eyes. A handmade bed cover gives a room a story.

Making this cover taught me a lot about puff stitches and patience. I learned to keep every puff the same height so the flowers look even. I learned to count my corners carefully so every hexagon has exactly six sides. And I learned that joining a honeycomb is easier than it looks once you lay out the first two rows. If you want a big, cozy project full of texture and warmth, I think you will love this one as much as I do.

The first and easiest change is the color. Mustard is warm and cheerful, but this hexagon looks beautiful in any solid shade. Sage green feels calm and earthy. Dusty rose looks soft and romantic. Terracotta brings a rich, cozy autumn feel, and soft cream looks timeless and elegant. For a bolder design, you can make the puff flowers in one color and the rest of the hexagon in another, such as white flowers on a sage background or mustard flowers on a cream background. Two-color hexagons look especially pretty in a honeycomb.

You can make this bed cover for any bed size by changing the number of hexagons. Each hexagon is about 6.5 inches from flat side to flat side, and each new row adds about 5.6 inches in length. Here are the layouts I use:

• Twin: 15 rows alternating 12 and 11 hexagons, 172 hexagons, about 78 by 86 inches.
• Full: 17 rows alternating 14 and 13 hexagons, 230 hexagons, about 91 by 98 inches.
• Queen: 19 rows alternating 15 and 14 hexagons, 276 hexagons, about 98 by 109 inches.
• King: 19 rows alternating 17 and 16 hexagons, 314 hexagons, about 111 by 109 inches.

For a sofa throw, make 11 rows that alternate 8 and 7 hexagons. That uses 83 hexagons and finishes at about 52 by 64 inches. A throw is a wonderful way to try the pattern before you commit to a whole bed cover. It looks lovely draped over the back of a sofa or folded at the foot of a bed, and the zigzag edge makes it feel special. If you make two hexagons most evenings, you can finish a throw in about six weeks.

A baby blanket works beautifully in this pattern too. Make 7 rows that alternate 5 and 4 hexagons, for 32 hexagons and a blanket about 33 by 41 inches. Use a soft cotton or cotton blend in a gentle shade such as butter yellow, mint or pale peach. The puff flowers make it cozy and textured for tummy time, and it photographs beautifully. Families often keep a handmade baby blanket long after the baby years, so it becomes a sweet keepsake.

You can also straighten the edges if you prefer a rectangle. Make half hexagons to fill the gaps along the two long sides: work the center flower and petal ring as written, then work the hexagon rounds back and forth across only three sides. Fill the top and bottom edges the same way. A straight edge makes the cover easier to tuck in, while the zigzag edge looks more decorative. Lay out a few rows to see which you like best before you join.

To make matching pillow covers, join 3 rows of 4, 3 and 4 hexagons for a panel about 26 by 19 inches, which fits a standard pillow. Make two panels and join them around the edges with single crochet, slipping in the pillow before closing the last side. Use a pillow insert in mustard or a warm neutral so the lacy spaces show a matching color. Matching pillows make the whole bed look planned and finished.

Finally, try a different yarn weight. In DK cotton with a 4 mm hook, each hexagon is about 5.5 inches across, so a queen needs about 23 rows alternating 18 and 17 hexagons. In bulky yarn with a 6.5 mm hook, a hexagon grows to about 8.5 inches, and a queen needs only about 15 rows alternating 12 and 11 hexagons. Bulky yarn makes the puffs extra chunky and the cover very cozy. Always make one test hexagon in your chosen yarn and block it before planning your layout.