๐Ÿงถ Diamond Lattice Crochet Mesh โ€“ Free Pattern & Inspiration

Looking for a lightweight, airy crochet design thatโ€™s perfect for summer projects? This diamond mesh crochet pattern is a gorgeous and versatile stitch that adds a modern, geometric touch to any piece. The best part? Itโ€™s beginner-friendly once you understand the stitch repeat!


๐ŸŒˆ Project Ideas:

  • Lacy scarves or stoles
  • Market bags
  • Summer tops or cover-ups
  • Window curtains
  • Table runners

The design uses chains and double crochets to form a crisscross lattice, making it stretchable and breathable. Perfect for working with colorful variegated yarn or alternating solid shades like in the photo for a fun striped effect.


๐Ÿงต Materials Needed:

  • Cotton or acrylic yarn (lightweight recommended)
  • Crochet hook (check yarn label, commonly 3.5mmโ€“4.5mm for light DK or sport weight)
  • Scissors
  • Tapestry needle

๐Ÿงฉ Stitches & Abbreviations:

  • ch โ€“ chain
  • dc โ€“ double crochet
  • sc โ€“ single crochet
  • sk โ€“ skip
  • st(s) โ€“ stitch(es)

๐Ÿ“ Sizing:

Make a foundation chain in multiples of 10 + 3 for turning.
(E.g., ch 43, ch 53, ch 63โ€ฆ)

๐Ÿ“œ Pattern Instructions:

Row 1:

  • Dc in 4th chain from the hook and in each chain across. Turn.

Row 2:

  • Ch 6 (counts as dc + ch 3), skip 4 stitches, sc in next st
  • Ch 2, skip 3 stitches, tr in next st, ch 5, tr in the same stitch
  • Ch 2, skip 4 stitches, sc in next st
  • Repeat from * to end, ending with ch 3, dc in last st.

Row 3:

  • Ch 1, sc in same st, skip 3 chains,
  • 6 dc in next 6 stitches (across chain space), ch 3, sc in top of chain space
  • ch 3, 6 dc across next 6 stitches*
  • Repeat from * to end, end with sc in last stitch.

Row 4:

  • Ch 12 (counts as dc + ch 9), sc in ch-space of previous row
  • Ch 5, sc in next chain space
  • Repeat until end, end with dc in top of last sc.

๐Ÿ” Repeat Rows 2 to 4 to continue the pattern as long as desired.


๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธ Customization Tips:

  • Add fringe or tassels to ends for a stylish scarf.
  • Use cotton yarn for a durable mesh grocery bag.
  • Try ombre yarn or color blocks for extra visual interest.

๐Ÿ’ก Crochet Tip:

Block your finished mesh project for best shape and stitch definition โ€” especially if using cotton yarn!

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