This beautifully textured pattern creates an interlocked diamond mesh, perfect for blankets, sweaters, or even cozy hats. The design is built on a multiple of 6 stitches plus 4, and it follows a simple 8-row repeat. The pattern creates diagonal lines that intersect and build a layered diamond motif.
Pattern Details:
- Stitch multiple: 6 + 4
- Row repeat: 8 rows
- Yarn: Worsted weight
- Needles: 3.5 mm
Abbreviations:
K = Knit
P = Purl
YO = Yarn over
SL = Slip stitch purlwise with yarn in back
M3 = (K1, YO, K1) into the same stitch
RC5 = Right Cross over 5 stitches: Slip 5 sts to right needle, insert left needle from front into first 3 sts, drop next 2 sts, place them back on left needle, K2, then K3tog tbl
LC5 = Left Cross over 5 stitches: Slip 5 sts to right needle, insert left needle from back into first 2 sts, drop next 3 sts, place them back on left needle, K3tog tbl, then K2
K3tog tbl = Knit 3 stitches together through the back loop
Instructions:
Row 1: K4, [M3, M3, K4], repeat between * * to last 4 stitches, K4
Row 2: P4, [SL 6, P4], repeat between * * to last 4 stitches, P4
Row 3: K2, [RC5, LC5], repeat between * * to last 2 stitches, K2
Row 4: Purl across
Row 5: K2, [M3, K4, M3], repeat between * * to last 2 stitches, K2
Row 6: P2, SL3, [P4, SL6], repeat between * * to last 5 stitches, SL3, P2
Row 7: K2, [LC5, RC5], repeat between * * to last 2 stitches, K2
Row 8: Purl across
Repeat Rows 1–8 for the pattern.
This stitch pattern works beautifully as a stand-alone texture or as part of a larger project. The shifting diagonals and layered look make it visually appealing, while the repeat keeps it easy to memorize after a few rounds.
Happy knitting!
