This diamond lace crochet stitch is a gorgeous and detailed pattern. It consists of chains and half-double crochets that create a diamond shape, like lace.

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I created these stitch instructions using a combination of half-double crochet stitches and chains in an eight-row repeat pattern. The stitches are worked in a particular order to form interesting diamond shapes.

However, this stitch can also be created using a combination of double crochets, chain stitches, and single crochets.

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What to Make with the Diamond Lace Crochet Stitch?

This stitch is super versatile and great for blankets, shawls, and other projects that require a light and airy feel. It’s especially perfect for delicate crochet pieces to wear when it’s warm outside.

You might want to check out this beautiful baby blanket I made using the diamond stitch. And if you appreciate a pretty lace stitch, I also have a rectangular shawl wrap and a triangular shawl that are perfect to wear when spring arrives.

Baby girl crochet blanket — Diamond lace crochet stitch baby blanket

Diamond Lace Crochet Stitch

First, here is what’s good to know before practicing the diamond lace stitch.

This tutorial uses standard US crochet terminology.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Stitch multiple: 10 + 4

Row multiple: 8 rows (2-9)

Materials

Yarn: I recommend worsted–weight yarns to create a swatch and practice the diamond lace crochet stitch. However, DK/lightweight yarns or thinner yarns work better for lace stitches.
Crochet Hook: choose a hook size that best suits your yarn choice.
Stitch marker: for a stitch like this one with several row repeats, a stitch marker helps keep track of counting.
Scissors
Yarn needle

Abbreviations & Skills

beg: beginning
ch(s): chain(s) – with the hook in the current stitch, yarn over, and pull up a loop.
hdc: half double crochet – yarn over, insert the hook in the next stitch, yarn over again, and pull up a loop. Yarn over once more and pull through all three loops.
FO: Fasten Off
rep: repeat
sk: skip
sp: space
st(s): stitch (es)
*: repeat the instructions after the asterisk as many times as directed.

Instructions

In these instructions, I’ve spelled out this diamond lace crochet stitch pattern for less experienced crocheters. However, if you are a skilled crocheter, scroll down to the abbreviated pattern on the printable card at the end of this article.

Ch 34 to practice with a swatch or any multiple of 10 + 4 for a larger project.

Row #1

Half double crochet into the 3rd chain from the hook.

Half double crochet in the next 3 chains.

Then, *chain 5, skip 3 chains, half double crochet in the next 7 chains*.

Repeat instructions between the asterisks until 8 chains remain.

Finish the row: chain 5, skip 3 chains, half double crochet in the next 5 chains, chain 2, turn.

Row #2

Half double crochet in the next 3 sts.

Then, *chain 2, half double crochet in the next chain 5 space, ch 2, skip the next half double crochet, half double crochet in the next 5 stitches*.

Repeat instructions between the asterisks to the last chain 5 space.

Finish the row: chain 2, skip the next half double crochet stitch, half double crochet in the last 4 stitches, chain 2, turn.

Row #3

Half double crochet in the next 2 stitches.

Then, *chain 2, half double crochet at the end of the next chain 2 space. Half double crochet in the next half double crochet stitch, half double crochet at the beginning of the next chain 2 space, chain 2, skip the next half double crochet stitch, half double crochet in the next 3 stitches*.

Repeat instructions between the asterisks across. Then, chain 2, turn.

Row #4

Half double crochet in the next stitch.

Then, *chain 2, half double crochet at the end of the next chain 2 space, half double crochet in the next 3 half double crochet stitches, half double crochet at the beginning of the next chain 2 space, chain 2. Skip the next half double crochet stitch, half double crochet in the next stitch*.

Repeat instructions between the asterisks across.

At the last chain 2 space, half double crochet, then chain 2, skip the next half double crochet stich, half double crochet in the last 2 stitches, chain 4, turn.

Row #5

*Half double crochet at the end of the next chain 2 space, half double crochet in the next 5 half double crochet stitches, half double crochet at the beginning of the next chain 2 space, chain 5*.

Repeat instructions between the asterisks to the last chain 2 space.

Finish the row: chain 2, half double crochet in the last stitch, chain 2, turn.

Row #6

Half double crochet at the beginning of the next chain 2 space.

*Chain 2, skip the next half double crochet stitch, half double crochet in next 5 stitches, chain 2, half double crochet in the next chain 5 space*.

Repeat instructions between the asterisks to the last chain 2 space.

Finish the row: half double crochet 2 in the last chain 2 space, chain 2, turn.

Row #7

Half double crochet in the next stitch, hdc at the beginning of the next chain 2 space.

*Chain 2, skip the next half double crochet stitch, half double crochet in the next 3 stitches, chain 2, half double crochet at the end of the next chain 2 space, half double crochet in the next half double crochet stitch, half double crochet at the beginning of the next chain 2 space*.

Repeat instructions between the asterisks to the last chain 2 space.

Finish the row: half double crochet at the end of the next chain 2 space, half double crochet in the last 2 stitches, chain 2, turn.

Row #8

Half double crochet in the next 2 stitches

*Half double crochet at the beginning of the next chain 2 space, chain 2, skip the next half double crochet stitch. Half double crochet in the next stitch, chain 2, half double crochet at the end of the next chain 2 space, half double crochet in the next 3 half double crochet stitches*.

Repeat instructions between the asterisks. Then, chain 2, turn.

Row #9

Half double crochet in the next 3 stitches.

*Half double crochet at the beginning of the next chain 2 space, chain 5, half double crochet at the end of the next chain 2 space, half double crochet in the next 5 stiches*.

Repeat instructions between the asterisks to the last chain 2 space.

Finish the row: half double crochet at the end of the last chain 2 space, half double crochet in last 4 stitches. Then, chain 2, turn.

Repeat rows 2-9 to the desired project length to create anything with this diamond lace crochet stitch.

There you have the diamond lace crochet stitch tutorial. Keep scrolling for the full printable card with the abbreviated pattern.

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1 swatch

Diamond Lace Crochet Stitch

Active Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Here is the abbreviated pattern to create a swatch for this diamond lace crochet stitch tutorial, plus instructions for any project size you like. Ch 34 to practice with a swatch or any multiple of 10 + 4.