Crochet Shell Stitch Blanket

Crochet Shell Stitch Blanket Pattern

This crochet shell stitch blanket is not only beautiful but also practical. Measuring approximately 40 inches by 60 inches, it is large enough to keep you warm while adding a touch of elegance to your home decor.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: 1000 yards of worsted weight cotton yarn (Color: Beige or cream)
• Hook: Size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge

12 stitches and 7 rows = 4 inches in shell stitch pattern.

Abbreviations

• ch - chain
• dc - double crochet
• sk - skip
• sp - space
• st - stitch

Instructions

1. Foundation Chain: Start by making a foundation chain of 100 ch. This will be the width of your blanket.
2. Row 1: In the 4th ch from the hook, make 1 dc. *Skip 2 chains, then in the next chain, make 5 dc. Skip 2 chains. Repeat from * until the end of the row. You should end with 1 dc in the last chain. (Total: 32 shell groups)
3. Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), turn your work. In the 1st sp of the first shell, make 5 dc. *In the next sp, make 1 dc and then skip over the next shell. Repeat from * across the row. End with 1 dc in the top of the turning chain from the previous row.
4. Row 3 - 40: Repeat Row 2 until your blanket reaches approximately 60 inches long. You can adjust the number of rows to make it longer or shorter based on your preference.
5. Ending Row: For the last row, ch 1 and turn your work. Make 1 sc in each st across the row to give a nice finished edge. Fasten off and weave in all loose ends using your tapestry needle.
6. Finishing: Block your blanket to shape it perfectly, if desired. Lay it flat and gently stretch it to the size indicated.

Your crochet shell stitch blanket is now complete! Enjoy snuggling up with it on chilly nights or gifting it to someone special.