Crochet Diamond Mesh Filet Afghan

Introduction

The Crochet Diamond Mesh Filet Afghan is a stunning and intricate piece that combines traditional crochet techniques with a modern flair. The diamond mesh pattern creates a beautiful and textured design that is perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any room. Whether you're a seasoned crochet enthusiast or just starting out, this afghan pattern is sure to bring joy and satisfaction as you work on it. With its versatility and timeless appeal, the Crochet Diamond Mesh Filet Afghan is a delightful project that will not only keep you cozy but also showcase your crafting skills with pride. Let your creativity soar as you crochet this lovely afghan, and enjoy the process of bringing warmth and beauty into your home.

Materials Needed

For this project you’ll need:

• HOOK: 5 mm hook or size H hook for the US
• YARN: Worsted weight yarn, 4 ply US, 10 ply AU
• I used four 100 gram skeins.

Abbreviations

• ch = Chain
• sl st = Slip Stitch
• st = Stitch
• sk = Skip
• DC = Double Crochet
• * = Repeat what is in between the stars for the rest of the row

Instructions

To Start

Chain 126 or if you want a bigger size, chain in multiples of 12 until you reach your desired width then chain 6 more and you’re ready to begin row 1.

Row 1

DC into 5th ch from hook. * Ch 1. Skip 1 DC in next stitch. * Repeat for row. DC in last stitch. Ch 4 and turn.

Row 2

Now skipping the first 2 DC’s and using the next ch 1 space, DC and ch 1. Repeat and DC and ch 1 in next ch 1 space. – Now we’re going to start making the bottom of our first diamond – * DC in the next ch 1 space but don’t ch 1 this time. DC into the next DC, DC into the next ch 1 space and ch 1. – DC and CH 1 in the next 4 ch 1 spaces. * Repeat for row. To end row: DC and ch 1 in your last 2 ch 1 spaces and in the ending ch 3. Ch 3 and turn.

Row 3

DC in 1st ch 1 space and ch 1, DC and ch 1 in the next ch 1 space as well. * DC in the next ch 1 space, DC into the next 3 DC’s, DC into the next ch 1 space and CH 1. DC and ch 1 into the next 3 ch 1 spaces.* Repeat for row. To end row: After your last 5 DC’s in a row, you’ll ch 1 and DC in the next ch 1 space, the DC twice in ending ch 4 space. Ch 4 and turn.

Row 4

DC and ch 1 in 1st ch 1 space. * DC in the next ch 1 space, DC into the next 5 DC’s, DC into the next ch 1 space and ch 1. DC and ch 1 in the next 4 ch 1 spaces, CH 1. DC and ch 1 in the next 2 ch 1 spaces.* Repeat for row. To end row: After your last 7 DC’s in a row, ch 1 and DC into the next ch 1 space, then ch 1 and DC in ending ch 3. Ch 3 and turn.

Row 5

DC and ch 1 in 1st ch 1 space. * DC in the next ch 1 space, DC into the next 7 DC’s, DC into the next ch 1 space and ch 1. DC and ch 1 into the next 3 ch 1 spaces, CH 1. DC and ch 1 in the next ch 1 space.* Repeat for row. To end row: After your last 9 DC’s in a row, ch 1 and DC into the next ch 1 space, ch 1 and DC twice in ending ch 4 space. Ch 4 and turn.

Row 6

DC in 1st ch 1 space, * DC into the next 9 DC’s, DC into the next ch 1 space and ch 1. DC and ch 1 in next ch 1 space.* Repeat for row. To end row: After your last 11 DC’s in a row. Ch 1 and DC in top of ch 3 space. Ch 3 and turn.

Row 7

DC and ch 1 in 1st ch 1 space, * skip 1 DC and DC ch 1 in next.* Repeat for row. To end row DC twice in ending ch 4 space. Ch 3 and turn.

Row 8

The ch 3 counts as the 1st DC of the row, DC in next stitch (2nd DC of row) then DC into the ch 1 space. * CH 1 and DC into the next 5 ch 1 spaces. DC into the next DC, DC in next ch 1 space.* Repeat for row. To end row: After your last DC in your very last ch 1 space, DC in the last DC and DC in the top of the ch 3. Then ch 3 and turn.

Row 9

The ch 3 counts as the 1st DC of the row, DC in next 2 DC’s and * DC in the next ch 1 space. Ch 1 & DC in the next 4 ch 1 spaces, DC in the next 3 DC’s, then DC ch 1 into the next 4 ch 1 spaces.* Repeat for row. To end row: After your last DC in your very last ch 1 space, DC in the last 2 DC’s and DC in the top of the ch 3. Then ch 3 and turn.

Row 10

The ch 3 counts as the 1st DC of the row, DC in next 3 DC’s and * DC in the next ch 1 space. Ch 1 & DC in the next 3 ch 1 spaces, DC in the next 5 DC’s, then DC ch 1 into the next 3 ch 1 spaces.* Repeat for row. To end row: After your last DC in your very last ch 1 space, DC in the last 3 DC’s and DC in the top of the ch 3. Then ch 3 and turn.

Row 11

The ch 3 counts as the 1st DC of the row, DC in next 4 DC’s and * DC in the next ch 1 space. Ch 1 & DC in the next 2 ch 1 spaces, DC in the next 7 DC’s, then DC ch 1 into the next 2 ch 1 spaces.* Repeat for row. To end row: After your last DC in your very last ch 1 space, DC in the last 4 DC’s and DC in the top of the ch 3. Then ch 3 and turn.

Row 12

The ch 3 counts as the 1st DC of the row, DC in next 5 DC’s and * DC in the next ch 1 space. Ch 1 & DC in the next ch 1 space, DC in the next 9 DC’s, then DC ch 1 into the next ch 1 space.* Repeat for row. To end row: After your last DC in your very last ch 1 space, DC in the last 5 DC’s and DC in the top of the ch 3. Then ch 3 and turn.

Row 13

DC and ch 1 in 1st ch 1 space, * skip 1 DC and DC ch 1 in next.* Repeat for row. To end row, DC twice in ending ch 4 space. Ch 3 and turn.

Repeat Rows 2 – 13

Continue this pattern until your afghan reaches your desired length.