Are you struggling to find the perfect cozy blanket that's warm and has a beautiful crochet pattern? Our Crochet Shell Stitch Blanket is your solution. This unique design combines comfort with a lovely shell pattern, making any room look elegant while keeping you snuggled up. It offers warmth with visual appeal in a delightful blend of sweet pink and pure white with an elegant white border. The shell design adds a touch of elegance, while the adorable white bow nestled in the corner stands as its signature feature. Ideal for both beginners and skilled crocheters, transform your living space or crochet a memorable gift with this gorgeous blanket.
Materials:
- Yarn (main color and contrasting color for the border)
- Crochet hook (size suitable for your yarn)
- Scissors
Center Ring and Rounds 1-6:
- The video will demonstrate making the center ring using a chain and slip stitch.
- Rounds 1-6 involve working double crochets, shell stitches, and slip stitches to build the base of the blanket.
Rounds 3-6 (Repeat):
- These rounds establish the foundation for the shell stitch pattern with corner and regular v-stitches.
- To create this design element, the video will show how to work single crochets, shell stitches, v-stitches, chain spaces, and corner v-stitches.
Rounds 7 and 8 (Repeat):
- These rounds form the core pattern for the remainder of the blanket.
- The video will demonstrate how to work single crochets and shell stitches in a specific sequence to create the shell stitch design.
Repeating Rounds 7 and 8:
- After completing rounds 7 and 8 once, you'll repeat these two rounds until you have 17 shell stitches.
- The video will guide you through this repetitive section.
Border:
- Once you have 17 shell stitch rounds, switch to your contrasting color yarn for the border.
- The video will demonstrate how to repeat rounds 7 and 8 four more times to create the border.
Finishing Touches:
- Weave in all yarn ends to secure your blanket.
Additional Tips:
- Pay attention to the video for specific stitch counts and techniques, especially when working the shell stitch pattern and v-stitches.
- The video might use slow-motion or close-up shots to show specific techniques. Utilize the pause and rewind functions to follow along carefully.
- You can adjust the blanket size by crocheting more or fewer rounds of shell stitches.
