A599 Diamond Stitch Blanket

A599 Diamond Stitch Blanket

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Diamond Stitch Blanket

Project: Diamond Stitch Blanket

Pattern: A599

Craft type: Knitting

Difficulty: zzz

MEASUREMENTS

Width cm 100
Length (approx) cm 90

Yarn Required:

Lincraft Cuddles 100g balls 6

NEEDLES:

A 4.50mm circular knitting needle, 80cm long.
Wool needle for sewing in ends.

TENSION:

18 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over patt, using 4.50mm needles.

NOTE: A circular needle is used to accommodate the large number of stitches. Work backwards and forwards in rows, not rounds.

BLANKET

Using 4.50mm circular needle, cast on 179 sts.
Purl 8 rows.

Beg Triangle Patt:

st row: P5, K6, P1, * K11, P1, rep from * to last 11 sts, K6, P5.
2nd and alt rows: Purl.
3rd row: P5, K5, P3, * K9, P3, rep from * to last 10 sts, K5, P5.
5th row: P5, K4, P5, * K7, P5, rep from * to last 9 sts, K4, P5.
7th row: P5, K3, P7, * K5, P7, rep from * to last 8 sts, K3, P5.
9th row: P5, K2, P9, * K3, P9, rep from * to last 7 sts, K2, P5.
11th row: P5, K1, * P11, K1, rep from * to last 5 sts, P5.
13th row: As 11th row.
15th row: As 9th row.
17th row: As 7th row.
19th row: As 5th row.
21st row: As 3rd row.
22nd row: Purl.
Last 22 rows form patt.

Work a further 242 rows patt (or length desired).
Purl 8 rows.
Cast off purlways.

FINISHING

Sew in all ends.

Alternative Yarns

When substituting Lincraft Cuddles, choose a yarn that can achieve the pattern tension of 18 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over patt, using 4.50mm needles.

Suitable alternatives may include soft yarns with a similar thickness and drape. Choose a yarn with enough stitch definition for the diamond stitch pattern to remain clearly visible while still producing a comfortable, flexible blanket.

Important: Match the specified tension and finished fabric rather than relying only on the yarn weight description. Work a generous tension swatch before beginning, as a substitute yarn may alter the finished measurements, drape and total yarn quantity required.

Customisation Ideas

  • Work the blanket in a single soft colour to highlight the diamond stitch texture.
  • Use a tonal or lightly variegated yarn for subtle colour variation.
  • Adjust the finished length by working more or fewer repeats of the 22-row pattern.
  • Use a contrasting colour for the beginning and ending purl borders.
  • Make a coordinated cushion cover using the same triangle pattern.

Care Instructions

Follow the care instructions provided on the yarn label used for the project. Wash gently using a method suitable for the selected fibre and reshape while damp.

Dry flat where recommended to help maintain the diamond stitch pattern and overall dimensions. Store folded to avoid unnecessary stretching, and take care not to snag the textured stitches during use or washing.

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