Diamond Corner Baby Blanket

Diamond Corner Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern

Project Overview

The Diamond Corner Baby Blanket is a beginner-friendly crochet design created by Debra Field that combines classic granny square construction with modern filet-inspired techniques. This downloadable PDF pattern produces a sizable baby blanket perfect for newborns and infants, with the versatility to adjust sizing by adding or subtracting rounds from the center granny square.

What Is Being Made

A cozy baby blanket featuring a traditional granny square center that transitions into solid double crochet sections with filet-inspired open diamond patterns at the corners. The blanket is finished with a delicate shell edging, creating an heirloom-quality piece suitable as a baby shower gift or keepsake for precious little ones.

Construction Techniques

• Granny square center construction using traditional methods
• Solid double crochet sections for structure and density
• Filet crochet-inspired open diamond pattern work at the corners
• Shell edging finish for a dainty, refined border
• Modular design allowing size adjustments through round additions or subtractions

Crochet Stitches Used

• Double crochet for solid sections
• Chain stitches for filet-inspired spacing
• Shell stitches for the decorative edging
• Traditional granny square stitches for the center motif

Yarn and Materials

Yarn: Lion Brand "Mandala – Baby" in DK weight, 100% acrylic. The recommended colorway is #209 Unicorn Cloud. Each cake provides 5.3 oz/590 yards (150g/540 meters), and the pattern requires 2 cakes for the complete blanket. The ombré cake yarn features gently shifting, whimsical colors that create visual interest throughout the project.

Hook: US H crochet hook (size as specified in the full pattern)

Yarn Characteristics: The acrylic composition makes this blanket easy-care and practical for families. The yarn can be machine washed in a laundry bag and dried without special handling, making it ideal for frequent use and washing.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is designed for beginner crocheters, making it an excellent introduction to combining multiple stitch techniques and creating a substantial finished project. The straightforward construction methods and clear progression from granny square to diamond pattern sections build foundational skills.