{"id":1672,"date":"2025-09-26T10:23:36","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T10:23:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/?p=1672"},"modified":"2025-09-26T10:23:37","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T10:23:37","slug":"the-diamond-bloom-crochet-square-blanket-a-detailed-tutorial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/?p=1672","title":{"rendered":"The “Diamond Bloom” Crochet Square Blanket: A Detailed Tutorial"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

There’s something incredibly satisfying about watching a blanket grow from a single point, radiating outward into a beautiful, geometric design. The \u201cDiamond Bloom\u201d Square Blanket<\/strong> is an easy-to-master project that uses a gorgeous two-round repeat of V-stitches and Shells to create a textured, sturdy fabric that’s perfect for a baby blanket, throw, or even a large bedspread!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tutorial is perfect for crocheters of all skill levels. It starts with the center-out technique, meaning you can easily continue crocheting until the blanket reaches any size you desire. This is one of those versatile patterns you\u2019ll keep coming back to!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why Crochet the Diamond Bloom Blanket?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Center-Out Design:<\/strong> Allows you to effortlessly customize the size. Start small for a coaster or keep going for a king-sized throw!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Stunning Texture:<\/strong> The combination of the V-stitch (the spokes) and the 7-DC Shells (the blooms) creates a beautiful, eye-catching texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Great for Beginners:<\/strong> Despite its intricate appearance, the pattern relies on basic stitches and a simple two-round repeat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Versatile:<\/strong> Looks beautiful in a single color, multiple colors, or using a self-striping yarn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Materials & Tools You’ll Need<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • Yarn:<\/strong> Number 4, Medium Weight Yarn<\/strong> (often labeled as Worsted Weight in the US).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Crochet Hook:<\/strong> 5.0 mm (H-8 US)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Scissors<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Tapestry Needle (Yarn Needle):<\/strong> For weaving in ends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      2. Essential Crochet Stitches & Abbreviations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
      Abbreviation<\/td>Stitch Name<\/td>Notes<\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
      ch<\/strong><\/td>Chain<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
      sl st<\/strong><\/td>Slip Stitch<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
      sc<\/strong><\/td>Single Crochet<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
      dc<\/strong><\/td>Double Crochet<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
      V-st<\/strong><\/td>V-Stitch<\/td>(dc, ch 1, dc) worked into the same stitch or space.<\/td><\/tr>
      Shell<\/strong><\/td>Shell Stitch<\/td>7 dc worked into the same stitch or space.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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      3. Gauge & Size<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Gauge:<\/strong> Not critical for this project, but aim for a fabric that is firm enough to hold its shape but has a nice drape.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Size:<\/strong> Continue repeating the pattern rounds until your blanket reaches your desired size. The video demonstrated a baby blanket of 38 total rounds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        4. Let’s Crochet the Diamond Bloom Blanket!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        The pattern is a two-round repeat, with an initial foundation and setup round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Foundation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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        • Option 1 (Magic Ring):<\/strong> Create a magic ring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Option 2 (Chain Ring):<\/strong> Chain 4, then slip stitch into the first chain to form a ring.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Round 1: V-Stitches (Establishing the Square)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

          This round creates the initial four corners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          1. Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc and ch 1).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. Work 1 dc into the ring. This completes your first V-st.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          3. Ch 2 (This is your first corner space).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          4. Work (dc, ch 1, dc) into the ring (2nd V-st).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          5. Ch 2 (2nd corner space).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          6. Work (dc, ch 1, dc) into the ring (3rd V-st).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          7. Ch 2 (3rd corner space).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          8. Work (dc, ch 1, dc) into the ring (4th V-st).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          9. To Join:<\/strong> Ch 1, then work 1 sc into the 3rd chain of the beginning Ch 4.\n
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            • (You should have 4 V-stitches and 4 corner spaces.)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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              Round 2: Shells (First Shell Round)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

              This round introduces the texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              1. Ch 1. Work 1 sc into the space where you joined the previous round (the ch-1 space).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. Work 7 dc<\/strong> into the next V-st’s ch-1 space (Shell).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              3. Work 1 sc into the next Ch-2 corner space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              4. Work 7 dc<\/strong> into the next V-st’s ch-1 space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              5. Work 1 sc into the next Ch-2 corner space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              6. Repeat the pattern (7 dc in V-st, 1 sc in corner) around.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              7. To Join:<\/strong> Sl st into the first sc of the round.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                Round 3: V-Stitches (Increase Round)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

                This round establishes the new corners and the growing sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                1. Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1). Work 1 dc into the same stitch (This is a half-corner).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                2. Ch 5.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                3. Corner:<\/strong> Skip all 7 dc. In the next single crochet, work a corner: (V-st, ch 2, V-st)<\/strong> into the same sc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                4. Ch 5.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                5. Side:<\/strong> Skip all 7 dc. In the next single crochet, work a V-st (dc, ch 1, dc).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                6. Ch 5.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                7. Repeat the corner and side pattern: (Corner into next sc, Ch 5, V-st into next sc, Ch 5) around.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                8. To Join (Final Corner):<\/strong> Ch 5. Work V-st (dc, ch 1, dc) into the beginning stitch where you started your half-corner. Ch 1, then work 1 sc into the 3rd chain of the beginning Ch 4.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                  Round 4: Shells (Expanding Shell Round)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

                  This round fills in the framework created by Round 3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  1. Ch 1. Work 1 sc into the space where you joined the previous round.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  2. Shell: 7 dc into the ch-1 space of the next V-st.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  3. Side Shell Integration:<\/strong> Find the 4th dc of the V-st shell below it (from Round 2). Work 1 sc into that 4th dc, simultaneously picking up the Ch 5 space from Round 3.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  4. Shell: 7 dc into the ch-1 space of the next V-st.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  5. Corner:<\/strong> Work 1 sc into the next Ch-2 corner space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  6. Shell: 7 dc into the ch-1 space of the next V-st.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  7. Side Shell Integration:<\/strong> Find the 4th dc of the shell below. Work 1 sc into the 4th dc, picking up the Ch 5 space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  8. Shell: 7 dc into the ch-1 space of the next V-st.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  9. Repeat the pattern around: (Shell in V-st, sc into 4th dc of shell below\/Ch 5 space) across the side, (Shell in V-st, sc in Ch 2 space, Shell in V-st) for the corner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  10. To Join:<\/strong> Sl st into the first sc of the round.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                    5. Continuing the Blanket (The Repeat)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                    The pattern is a simple two-round repeat, where the single crochets of the Shell round become the anchor points for the V-stitches in the next round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    • Repeat Round:<\/strong> Repeat Round 3<\/strong> (The V-stitch\/Increase Round).\n
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                      • All V-stitches are worked into the single crochets of the previous Shell round.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • The corners are always: (V-st, ch 2, V-st)<\/strong> into the single crochet located in the corner Ch-2 space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Chain 5 between all V-stitches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Shell Round:<\/strong> Repeat Round 4<\/strong> (The Shell Round).\n
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                        • All Shells (7 dc) are worked into the ch-1 space of the V-stitches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • The single crochets for the sides anchor into the 4th dc of the Shell below, picking up the Ch 5.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • The corner single crochet is worked into the Ch-2 space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                          Continue this two-round repeat until your blanket reaches the desired size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                          6. Finishing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                          1. Fasten Off:<\/strong> After completing a Shell Round<\/strong> (an even-numbered round), sl st into the first single crochet. Cut your yarn and pull the tail through the loop to secure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          2. Weave in Ends:<\/strong> Using a tapestry needle, carefully weave your ends into the stitches on the wrong side of your work, going in multiple directions to ensure they are secure and invisible.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                            Your beautiful “Diamond Bloom” Crochet Square Blanket<\/strong> is now finished!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            Video tutorial:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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