Scattered Diamonds Blanket

Scattered Diamonds Blanket by Little Duck Crochet

Project Overview

The Scattered Diamonds Blanket is an intermediate-level crochet project designed by Little Duck Crochet. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a finished blanket measuring approximately 38.5 inches by 33 inches, making it an ideal size for a cozy throw or lap blanket. The design features a scattered diamond motif worked in a beautiful multi-color palette using aran weight yarn.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a rectangular crochet blanket with a decorative diamond pattern distributed across the surface. The blanket is finished with a decorative crab stitch edging that adds a professional, polished look to the completed project. The scattered diamond design creates visual interest while remaining accessible to intermediate crocheters.

Yarn and Materials

The Scattered Diamonds Blanket uses Aran weight yarn, specifically Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran, which is a 100% acrylic yarn available in 100g skeins with 184 meters (201 yards) per skein. The pattern calls for four coordinating colors:

• Yarn A – Blush Pink (2 skeins)
• Yarn B – Pistachio Green (2 skeins)
• Yarn C – Dusty Rose (2 skeins)
• Yarn D – Misty Grey (1 skein)

A 4.5mm crochet hook is used to work the aran weight yarn, and a yarn needle is required for weaving in ends. All pattern instructions are provided in U.S. crochet terminology.

Crochet Stitches Used

The Scattered Diamonds Blanket incorporates fundamental crochet stitches that are combined to create the diamond pattern and overall blanket structure:

• Single Crochet (Sc) – The shortest and tightest of the basic stitches, used for shaping and detail work
• Half Double Crochet (Hdc) – A medium-height stitch that provides structure and drape
• Double Crochet (Dc) – A taller stitch used to build height and create the diamond motif
• Crab Stitch – A decorative edging stitch worked in reverse, creating a textured border that frames the blanket

The crab stitch instructions are detailed on Page 3 of the pattern, providing step-by-step guidance for completing this finishing technique.

Techniques and Construction

This intermediate-level project employs color work techniques by changing between the four yarn colors to create the scattered diamond pattern. The blanket is constructed using a combination of the basic stitches listed above, arranged to form diamond shapes distributed across the fabric. The crab stitch edging is worked after the main blanket body is complete, providing a polished frame for the design.

The pattern is designed with flexibility in mind. The blanket size can be easily customized by increasing the starting chain by increments of 4, allowing crocheters to adjust the finished dimensions based on their preferences or yarn availability. Different yarn weights and hook sizes will also alter the final blanket measurements.

Difficulty Level

Rated as intermediate, this pattern is suitable for crocheters who have mastered basic stitches and are comfortable with color changes and following multi-row instructions. The scattered diamond construction and crab stitch edging provide skill-building opportunities while remaining achievable for experienced beginner to intermediate crafters.