Dueling Diamonds Blanket

Dueling Diamonds Blanket by Susan Lowman

What is Being Made

The Dueling Diamonds Blanket is a colorful crochet throw blanket featuring a striking diamond pattern created through mosaic crochet techniques. This downloadable PDF pattern by designer Susan Lowman offers two finished size options to suit different spaces and preferences. The small blanket measures approximately 35 inches wide by 38 inches high, while the large version measures approximately 45 inches wide by 54 inches high. The pattern is completely adjustable, allowing crafters to customize dimensions by adding or removing repeats—each width repeat adds approximately 1.5 inches, and each height repeat adds approximately 5.25 inches.

Techniques and Construction Methods

This blanket showcases a revolutionary mosaic crochet technique that eliminates the typical tails and ends that appear at the beginning and end of each row, streamlining the finishing process. Mosaic crochet is a color-work method that creates intricate patterns by strategically skipping stitches and carrying yarn colors throughout rows, producing bold geometric designs without the complexity of traditional color-changing techniques. The pattern uses two solid colors—or alternatively, one solid color paired with a shaded color—to create the dueling diamond motif. A solid edging finishes the blanket perimeter, providing a clean, professional frame for the central pattern.

Stitches and Stitch Techniques

• Mosaic crochet stitches for the primary diamond pattern
• Basic crochet stitches for foundational structure and edging
• Slip stitches and single crochet for the solid border finish

Materials and Yarn Requirements

The Dueling Diamonds Blanket is worked in light worsted weight yarn, making it an accessible project for intermediate crocheters. The pattern calls for two colors of light worsted yarn—either two solid colors or one solid paired with a shaded yarn to enhance the diamond contrast. A standard crochet hook appropriate for light worsted weight yarn is required. The exact yardage needed depends on which size you choose to make; the small blanket requires less yarn than the large version, and any custom sizing will require additional yardage calculations based on the repeat adjustments.

Skill Level and Suitability

Rated as Easy to Intermediate, this blanket is suitable for crocheters with foundational skills who are ready to explore mosaic crochet techniques. While the mosaic method may be new to some crafters, the pattern's design and Susan Lowman's instruction make it an enjoyable learning project. The elimination of yarn tails through the innovative technique also reduces finishing work, making the overall project more approachable for intermediate-level makers.