10 Easy Bernat Blanket Yarn Patterns You'll love

4. Modern Geometric Diamonds (Geometric Shapes)

I love creating geometric patterns with Bernat Blanket Yarn – the diamond design brings a fresh, contemporary feel to any space! Here’s my foolproof method for crafting stunning diamond shapes:

Step-by-Step Diamond Creation:

Start with a chain multiple of 12 + 3
Row 1: DC in 4th chain from hook
Row 2-5: Create increases for diamond peaks
Row 6-10: Work decreases to form diamond points

Pro Tips for Perfect Diamonds:

Use stitch markers at each diamond point
Keep yarn tension consistent throughout
Work in one direction for cleaner lines
Block your work while damp for crisp edges

The chunky texture of Bernat Blanket Yarn adds beautiful dimension to these geometric shapes. I recommend using contrasting colors to make your diamonds pop – try a light gray background with charcoal diamonds, or go bold with navy and cream combinations.

The diamond pattern works beautifully for: