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Knit A Special Baby Blanket with This Diamond Lace Stitch + Video
Years ago, I knitted one of my favorite baby blankets using the Diamond Lace stitch, because it’s delicate and elegant. Whether you’re making a baby blanket, a shawl, a lightweight wrap, or simply testing new lace stitches, the Diamond Lace pattern adds that special touch: soft texture, beautiful openwork, and a timeless geometric design. And of course, below you’ll see the step-by-step video to guide you through every row. Let’s get started! Why You’ll Love the Diamond Lace Stitch Yarn And Needles For this swatch I used 100% Merino Superwash wool yarn -worsted weight, medium or nº 4 (super soft, great for baby projects) #ad And US 7 – 4.5…
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A Knit-and-Purl Stitch That Looks Like Expert Work + Video
If you love stitch patterns that look advanced but only use the basics (knit and purl), today’s tutorial is for you. This gorgeous texture is created with nothing more than knit and purl, yet the result looks like something straight out of an expert knitter’s repertoire. Chunky, dimensional, and super cozy — it’s perfect for blankets, scarves, cowls, sweaters, or anytime you want that “faux cable” look without the hassle of actual cables. Don’t let the texture fool you — this stitch is much easier than it looks. The repeat is 12 rows, but you only “think” on Rows 1 and 7. After Row 1, the next 5 rows are…
