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October 18, 2020October 18, 2020

Diamond (Patterns) are a Maker’s Best Friend

This week in my perusing the world wide web for the best patterns, I stumbled upon a couple of super cute diamond themed patterns. It made me think about how I had seen others and I would like to bring them all together for you so we can enjoy the variety of beautiful patterns inspired by this simple geometric shape! It’s wonderful to see all the different ways designers have of incorporating this shape into knit and crochet (there’s even a bonus macrame pattern!) patterns, in simple and complex ways. Most of these patterns are easy beginner level patterns, so they make a great first project for a new knitter or crocheter.

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The Chasing Diamonds Crochet Blanket Pattern from My Crochet Place UK is an easy level pattern, perfect for the confident beginner. This pattern can be made in a solid pattern, as shown here, or with stripes to add more interest. I love the way that the diamond pattern gets highlighted in this solid colour, but I can see a lovely hand-dyed yarn working well here. Made with Aran weight yarn, there is still plenty of flexibility to use whatever yarn you have from your stash. The pattern comes with instructions for 2 sizes of blankets, so you can get the size that works for your space. Get this easy pattern here.

The Labadee Diamond Bobble Pillow Crochet Pattern from Debrosse NYC is such a fun celebration of textures and diamonds! I love Debrosse NYC patterns: they’re so modern, sleek and stylish. They’re such a gorgeous way to work handmade items into your modern home! No goofy granny patterns here; just classic, high-end style. This diamond bobble pillow is no exception. Gorgeous! A pair of these pillows would look great in any home! Get this fabulous pattern here.

The Crocheted Ribbed Diamond Blanket Pattern from Daisy Farm Crafts is a fuzzy and cozy pattern, perfect to cuddle up your little one or present to a loved one as a thoughtful handmade gift. The subtle textured diamond pattern in this beautiful crocheted blanket is sure to work in any theme and for any gender of child, so if you have an expectant friend or family member, you can confidently get to work on making this lovely blanket that is sure to be loved! Get the pattern here.

Perhaps you thought cables were just for knitting, but the Once Upon a Cable Blanket Crochet Pattern from Holland Designs incorporated crocheted cables beautifully! This is the perfect pattern to learn and practice this new technique. I love working with patterns that expand my skills and learning new things. This is an intermediate pattern and there are instructions to make it in any size you like! Buy this versatile pattern here.

This Jodi Blanket Tunisian Crochet Pattern from Timber N Threads just reminds me of all the wonderful things I could make if I would pick up some Tunisian crochet hooks and take some time to work with this wonderful craft a little more. Look at the beautiful and intricate stitch patterns you can create with this pattern! Love it! Pick up the pattern here.

Oh the bobbles on the blankets! I am not the kind of person that really did a lot of snuggling/fidgeting with blankets or hair or anything like that, but I do know that some people are really tactile that way. The Domino Coverlet Diamond Pompom Bobble Blanket Crochet Pattern from Two of Wands Shop would make the perfect textured blanket to give to a tactile loved one. I love the bobbled fringe because it’s easily washable without having to be fussy about ensuring that the fringe stays intact. This lovely pattern would make the perfect throw for your living room. I love these textured diamonds made in neutrals: so versatile! Pick up this pattern here.

Diamonds aren’t just for home decor! The Divinity Infinity Scarf and Cowl Crochet Pattern from Paige’s Perfect Posies has a lovely diamond-esque stitch pattern, which creates a rich textured scarf or cowl. Crocheted scarves and cowls work up so quickly, they make a great gift for a friend, and the sizes are so flexible, you don’t need to make many adjustments for different sizes! Find this pattern here.

The Divinity Beanie Crochet Pattern also from Paige’s Perfect Posies makes the perfect accessory to go along with that fab cowl pattern! Grab this pattern here. Make a matching set (which, if you’re going to do, you should grab the Divinity Bundle so you can also get a bonus cup cozy pattern!)

The Diamond Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern from Rocket Clothing London is a lovely, timeless baby blanket, that is sure to become a family heirloom. Gorgeous, simple textures Buy this pattern here.

Here’s a lovely Easy Diamond Lace Chunky Knit Scarf Pattern from Richmond Hill Knits. The lovely open lace creates the diamond shape here is a great pattern for showing off a lovely hand-dyed yarn. Chunky yarn works up quickly, so this would be an interesting pattern to work on as a lovely gift. Get the pattern here.

I love this Diamond Rug Crochet Pattern from L Knitting Design. The diamond shape is created with colourwork. It reminds me of an argyle pattern. I love how this example of this pattern is made with this subtle variegated yarn as the main colour. If you’re looking for a unique and interesting rug for a room, why not make your own! This one is super fun and would look great in any space! Get the pattern here.

There are also diamonds in clothes! This Crochet Diamonds and Bobbles Jumper Pattern from Lulu Loves UK is a lovely example! The bobbles, the diamond lace, the puffy sleeves: this oversized seater pattern has all the things going for it! Pick up this best-selling pattern here.

This lovely Diamond of Virgo Blanket Knitting Pattern from While They Dream is another great simple textured knitting pattern to work up. This simple pattern is made with just knits and purls made with a bulky weight yarn, so it works up quickly. This would be a great patter to work on while watching Netflix. Get this pattern here.

The Harbour Beanie Diamond Knit Hat pattern is a luxurious chunky knit hat pattern from Darling Jadore. This pattern has a fold-over brim for added warmth and cozy flows upward into a beautifully textured display of dazzling diamonds that dance around the entire body of the beanie, making The Harbor Beanie knitting pattern a delightful and captivating project to follow. Get this pattern here.

This Seed Stitch Diamonds Blanket Knitting Pattern from The Blue Mouse is perfect for beginners! This is an easy knitting pattern that requires only knit and purl stitches. The pattern includes 6 sizes so you can make it in any size that suits you! It’s designed to be knitted in 3 colours and uses 3 different pattern styles with a seed stitch border all using purl stitches in various diamond shape textures. Get this pattern h ere.

I just picked up the yarn for this Diamond Knit Dress Pattern from Knitatude. I need to get this pattern on my needles soon! And now that I’ve finished knitting my husband’s HBC cardigan (see it here on my instagram), I might be able to get this one on my needles for me! Also, all I could get in the MeriPaca from We Are Knitters was natural, so I was thinking of knitting this and then maybe dying it to make it ombre. I don’t know. I’m not entirely committed to that; what do you think? You can get this pattern from Knitatude here.

Ok, not knit or crochet, but don’t we love this Seven Diamonds Macrame Wall Hanging Pattern from Reform Fibres? One day I’m going to get into this craft more. This lovely bohemian style craft can just work in so many places. Check out this pattern here.

The Utopia Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern from Bubble Girl Knits is a mosaic stitch knitting pattern, which means that there are no colour changes within the working rows; the colour pattern is made by slipping the stitches of one colour, while knitting the stitches of the other. This sounds like an easy technique to pick up and add to my arsenal. Pick up this pattern here

If you love corner to corner crochet patterns, this Fading Diamonds Blanket C2C Crochet Pattern from Living the Craft Life is a beautiful pattern to make. This stylish and modern graphgan includes both written instructions and a graph for easy reference. It would make a great blanket in your living room, but also for a modern nursery. Pick up this pattern here.

Finally, the Emerson Diamond Quilted Blanket Crochet Pattern from Lakeside Loops has a lovely puffy-textured stitch pattern that makes a luxurious throw blanket. Again, this blanket pattern is very versatile, as it includes 5 sizes so it can be used as a stroller blanket, a small crib blanket, a medium throw blanket, a large queen-sized blanket and even an extra-large king-sized blanket. Pick up this pattern here.

Get your diamonds here and make yourself some diamond-inspired knit and crocheted items! There’s definitely going to be some sparkle here! Grab one of these patterns today or pin it for later.

August 9, 2020

10 Beautiful Knit & Crochet Blanket Patterns

While it may still be summertime, it’s never too early to start working on some beautiful blankets to curl up under, whether you’re warming up by the campfire outside or curling up on the deck with a book as the summer begins to turn to fall or preparing for the winter months ahead. These fantastic patterns will inspire you to order that yarn and pick up your hooks and needles again to make one of these gorgeous blankets!

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If you are new to crochet or just looking for a quick project, The 4 Hour Blanket Crochet Pattern from Crochet Baby Boutique is the perfect pattern for you! Promising to crochet up in 4 hours with luxuriously soft and cosy super bulky blanket yarn, this textured beauty will make a lovely last-minute baby gift. Get the pattern here.

If you’re looking for a project to pass a little more time, this Buttons and Braids Blanket Crochet Pattern from The Hat and I has got what you need! This pattern was designed with the beginner in mind, but is so gorgeous and has the lovely details of the gorgeous braid and finished with little buttons, no one would guess you were new to crochet! And like any beginner pattern, it only looks better and is more relaxing the more experienced you are, so even if you’ve been crocheting for years, this is a great pattern to consider. I love the colourful stripes, but I think it would also look fabulous in a solid natural wool-coloured yarn, don’t you? Get the pattern here.

You’ve got to love the texture on this Luxe Bobbles Crochet Blanket Pattern from Mama In a Stitch. This blanket would be delightful to fidget with all the lovely bobbles. It looks so cute and modern, it would look fantastic as a throw blanket on your couch, or make a smaller one (it comes in 2 sizes!) for that special baby in your life. Get the pattern here. There are also instructions on how you can find this pattern for free on her blog in her Etsy description!

This gorgeous Delightful Diamonds Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern from Knot Yourself Out looks so luxurious and classy. I love the textured diamonds in the raised stitches. It would make a lovely baptism or christening blanket and despite its complex look, the crochet technique used here is not a difficult one! Even though this is called a baby blanket pattern, I think it would make a lovely throw blanket for a special chair in your living room. Find the pattern here.

Since we’re talking diamonds, the Girls Best Friend Knit Blanket Pattern from Knitatude is another diamond-patterned throw blanket for the advanced beginner knitter to consider. Simple stitches and an 8-row pattern repeat make up this lovely blanket. The yarn pictured is Lionbrand’s Cobblestone which is plied with a lighter contrast colour and adds interest and character to any finished item!. Find the pattern here.

If you have wanted to try out corner to corner crochet, the Covered in Cats Afghan Pattern from Evelyn and Peter is a great first C2C project for you since it only has two colours, which means fewer bobbins! If you love cats or someone you know loves cats, this would be a delightful blanket to make for yourself or a fabulous gift! Find the pattern here. It’s also available as a Lionbrand Kit here.

Here’s another delightful pattern from Evelyn and Peter: the Hello Sunshine Crochet Afghan Pattern! This fun C2C pattern has such a lovely vintage vibe to it with a modern and fun style! Soak in the sunny rays year-round while you cosy up under this gorgeous afghan! Find this cute pattern here.

If you love colourwork, but find it a little bit intimidating to style, check out this fun and chic Geo Georgie Blanket Crochet Pattern from Catherine Crochets. The monochrome colourwork in intarsia crochet keeps this pattern stylish and interesting to make. It’s so fun to see the pattern come together as you work the different sections! Find this pattern here.

For a colourwork pattern that is a little more straightforward, the Big Fish Little Fish Crochet Blanket Pattern is also from Catherine Crochets and is sure to delight a fish-loving child. It would make a great gender-neutral baby blanket with all the fun colours worked into the fish. What a sweet and simple design! Find the pattern here.

To delight an older dinosaur-loving kid, make them this Triceratops Hooded Blanket Crochet Pattern from Bri Abby Designs. Your kid will love to use this costume turned blanket for dressing up and playing. What a cute way to keep warm! Find this cute pattern here.

And while it’s not a blanket, this Bumble Bee Cushion Crochet Pattern from Little Doolally caught my eye on my visit to Etsy. Save the bees! on this lovely Bumble Bee Cushion. This would be a fun little whimsical addition in my sitting room! Time to pick up a pattern and get crocheting. Find this cute pattern here.

I hope you find a lovely blanket pattern to knit or crochet and keep warm as the evenings turn cooler. Knitting and crocheting is a great way to pass the time sitting around the fire or relaxing with Netflix. Why not pick up one of these great blanket patterns to make today? Or pin it for later!

What a fantastic collection of knit and crochet blanket patterns! Just in time for fall; knit or crochet yourself a new afghan! #knittingpattern #crochetpattern #blanketpattern #knitblanketpattern #crochetblanketpattern #crafts #yarn #craftevangelist

February 22, 2020February 11, 2023

Beautiful Blankets

15 beautiful blanket patterns to knit and crochet

I think one of the most soothing things to make is a blanket. There’s just something about working on a larger project that isn’t overly complicated that is so very satisfying. Getting in the groove of a pattern that you’ve memorized, working for hours almost mindlessly creating a beautiful cozy item that is going to wrap someone you love in warmth and comfort is such a lovely experience! I’m really drawn to simple stitch patterns in neutral colours, so you’ll probably get a sense for my design sensibility through the patterns that I’ve collected for you here today.

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The Winchester Knit Throw Blanket Pattern is a simple seed stitch knit blanket. Made of just knits and purls, this would be a great project for a new knitter. It’s a great pattern to get plenty of practice switching between knits and purls. It would make a lovely throw for your living room couch or a sweet little baby blanket for an anticipated little one! This blanket will knit up quickly as it’s designed with a super bulky weight yarn!

I love the simple stylish drape of this Reversible Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern. Reversible blanket patterns are great to throw on living room couches because they’re quick and easy to fold up and are never backwards. I love te subtle geometric stitch pattern that forms this gorgeous afghan. So classy!

This Diamond Bobble Knit Blanket Pattern is totally on-trend with thick textured bobbles forming a trendy diamond pattern. Kids and adults alike enjoy playing with the soft bobbles and it would make a stylish addition to any room!

The Seedling Knit Baby Blanket Pattern is really similar to the Winchester throw, but with a garter stitch border and it’s made with worsted weight yarn instead of super bulky weight yarn, so you can use up that worsted weight stash you’ve got kicking around!

The Chunky Oversized Cable Knit Blanket Pattern from Pinecones and Pearls is a beautiful stylish throw blanket pattern that would be a fun project to cozy up with all winter! Working under the lovely weight and size of this blanket would be so warm and comforting! Just imagine when it’s done! You’ll be able to practice following a cable-knit pattern, so I think this might make the perfect first cable-knit project for a knitter.

Of course, not to leave our the crocheters, there are many fantastic blanket patterns for crocheters, including the Seedling Stitch Crochet Blanket Pattern. It’s a lovely, simple textured crochet blanket and the pattern comes in 12 sizes! So you can make whatever size you like!

This fun blanket is definitely a little more colourful than the others, but I couldn’t help being drawn to this Crochet Lego Blanket Pattern. I know that plenty of crocheters are looking for blanket patterns for kids, and it can be especially difficult to find patterns that crocheters think will appeal to boys. This fun lego inspired pattern is sure to delight any lego-lover!

I love the sweet little hearts on this Heart Blanket Crochet Afghan Pattern. The hexagon shapes stitched together to form a lovely throw blanket that would be gorgeous in different shades of pink like shown here, or more subtly in a solid colour, which would allow the texture of the heart motifs to shine!

With Easter coming up, it’s the perfect time to start working on a fun Bunny Parade Blanket Crochet Pattern. This would make a delightful little baby shower gift for a spring baby or a sweet Easter gift for a young child. I love the little pompoms on the corner of this cute blanket.

For a little boho-chic in your living room, try making one of these Anthropologie-Inspired Blanket Crochet Patterns. All the different textures of yarns and fun stitches in this blanket add subtle interest to this neutral striped blanket. What colours would you choose for a blanket like this?

This little Baby Nubbie Crochet Blanket Pattern looks so cozy! Made with a super-soft chunky chenille blanket yarn, this would be the perfect blanket to snuggle up your little one in! There’s just something about that bobble stitch that adds such a luxurious texture, I can’t get enough of it!

Back to a little more subtlety, the Diagonal Diamonds Basket Weave Crochet Throw Blanket Pattern is a lovely textured crochet pattern that would work as a baby blanket or a throw in any living room or family room. When it gets chilly in our house, we all cozy up under throw blankets and keep warm that way.

And back to the bobbles. They’re just so fun! The Gretchen Afghan Crochet Pattern is a perfected puffed and playful blanket that anyone would be sure to love. Perfect for babies and adults alike, it would work just about anywhere. Made in white, it looks like a pile of clouds!

This Bobble Throw Crochet Pattern has a bobble stripe with a lovely textured stripe throughout it… and maybe it was just this lovely mustard colour that I love, but ooooh, the honeycomb feels! This blanket would look fantastic in our sitting room now with our pops of mustard!

And finally, this lovely textured Wintertide Throw Blanket Crochet Pattern has a multitude of crochet stitches to form some interesting textured stripes for fingers to explore. The tassels give it a modern boho feel, which is so on-trend. It is definitely time for you to pick up this pattern and get making a fabulous throw blanket!

So go pick yourself up a pattern and an armful of yarn and set yourself up to Knitflix for a while to make one of these lovely blankets! Or pin it for later so you don’t forget and you can entice your friends and family with your project list (warning: you may get requests!).

15 gorgeous throw blanket patterns to make. These lovely patterns are so versatile, including both knit and crochet patterns for beginners and experienced makers alike to make gorgeous baby blankets or afghans. #crochetpatterns #knittingpatterns #patternroundup #knitblankets #crochetblankets #craftevangelist

November 22, 2018November 22, 2018

All the best baby blankets

A baby blanket is another great project to work on when learning to knit or crochet. One reason is that gauge isn’t super important, so as long as you’re consistent, it’ll look good. And you get lots of practice stitching making a larger project! I’ve collected some great baby blankets for you to crochet!

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The Hat & I has a whole bunch of fun and colourful crocheted blanket patterns to try out, including this gorgeous Flowerghan crochet pattern. Isn’t it sweet? It would make a lovely baby blanket or throw for your living room or bedroom!

I am also kind of obsessed with this adorable Owl Obsession Crochet Pattern. I love the bright fun colours and the adorable big owl eyes really pop on this whimsical little blanket. Kids of all ages would enjoy this lovely little afghan.

This Rainy Day Flowers crochet blanket pattern is another lovely looking pattern with a pop of colour! The pattern says it will work up to be about 34 inches by 51 inches, but I bet it probably wouldn’t be difficult to figure out how to make it larger if you wanted it as a throw on a larger bed.

This sweet vintage Baa Baa Lamb Blanket Crochet Pattern looks so fuzzy and inviting and I think it would make a lovely handmade, heirloom gift for a new baby!

I am also in love with this gorgeous Floral Baby Blanket Pattern! I’ve seen it pop up numerous times in my Pinterest feed and each time it does, I fall in love again!

Corner to corner crochet is a fun way to work a chart and create all sorts of interesting designs. Any kid would love this fun Baby Sharks blanket!

I often waffle between my preference for intricacy and simplicity. But I like them both. And you don’t have to choose! In fact, you need simple things to balance out the intricate things! This simple Heart Crocheted Blanket Pattern is a lovely simple contrast to some of the other more intricate patterns.

So, pick up a pattern, some yarn and get crocheting! Time to make some blankets! Follow my Knit & Crochet: Blankets Pinterest board or pin this pin:

8 Gorgeous Baby Blanket Crochet Patterns to make! I love all the floral pops of colour in these beautiful afghans! #crochet #pattern #blankets #baby #craftevangelist #yarn

Baby sharks corner to corner crochet pattern C2C with chart & written instructions. Love these adorable little sharks! #crochet #pattern #c2c #blanket #baby #afghan #babyblankets #craftevangelist

Such a sweet and simple baby blanket with a heart design on it! Looks super easy, like a beginner could do it too! #crochet #pattern #yarn #crafts #blanket #afghan #throw #babyblanket

Pretty floral baby blanket crochet pattern! I love all these little flowers pieced together to make such a sweet little afghan! #crochet #pattern #crafts #yarn #blanket #babyblanket #afghan #throw #craftevangelist

Aaw, super cute fuzzy lamb crochet blanket pattern. I love that this is a vintage pattern, but would look right in place in so many contemporary nurseries! #crochet #pattern #blanket #afghan #baby #crafts #yarn #diy #craftevangelist

Love these gloomy grey flowers with pops of colour crocheted afghan baby blanket pattern! Perfect project to work on the go! Great handmade baby gift idea! #crochet #pattern #blanket #babyblanket #afghan #throw #yarn #crafts #craftevangelist

I'm obsessed with this adorable owl obsession crocheted blanket pattern! So much fun for baby or a little kid! #yarn #crafts #crochet #blanket #babyblanket #afghan #throw #pattern #craftevangelist

Gorgeous flower embellished crocheted throw blanket, perfect for a baby's bedroom, all the way up to adult! I love the detail on the edging! #yarn #blankets #crochet #afghan #baby #babyblanket #crafts #pattern #craftevangelist