DIAMOND PADDING knitting stitch pattern
This post was originally published in 2018 and has been updated with a new high-resolution chart, photo, and improved instructions for 2026.
Create a luxurious, quilted effect with the Diamond Padding knitting stitch. This elegant geometric pattern uses a clever combination of knits and purls to mimic the look of traditional upholstery or padded fabric. Part of the Oh La Lana! Stitch Library, it offers a dense and cozy texture that is ideal for structured baby blankets, decorative pillows, or warm scarves. It’s a rhythmic, beginner-friendly design that brings a sophisticated, timeless touch to any hand-knitted piece.
| Skill level | Multiple | Repeat | Reversible |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner (only knits and purls) | (4 stitches) + 1 | 8 rows | No |
Diamond Padding Knitting Stitch: Written instructions
The instructions between brackets correspond to the stitch repetition (surrounded by a red line in the chart). The extra stitch “closes” the diamonds.
Row 1) (RS) [k1, p1, k1, p1], k1
Row 2) p1, [k1, p1, k1, p1]
Row 3) [p1, k3], p1
Row 4) k1, [p3, k1]
Row 5) [k1, p1, k1, p1], k1
Row 6) p1, [k1, p1, k1, p1]
Row 7) [k2, p1, k1], k1
Row 8) p1, [p1, k1, p2]
Diamond Padding Knitting Stitch: Chart
Read all odd rows from right to left, and all even rows from left to right.
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