How lovely is the shell stitch texture? Reproduce it yourself by learning from this shell stitch tutorial with step-by-step instructions. You can use it for crochet blankets, dishcloths and many more items. Nothing is fearful in this stitch as it only needs simple techniques that even very beginners know. All your work is to memorize. Let's dive into this guide, which comes in video format!
Materials List
- Yarn
- Crochet Hook
- Scissors
- Yarn Needle:
How is Shell Stitch Crocheted?
Shell stitch is mainly done by working five double crochets (a cluster) into the same stitch to form your first shell. Skip a few chains (typically two, but this can vary with patterns), then single crochet in the next chain to secure your shell. Skip another set of chains and create the next shell by working multiple double crochets into the same stitch. In this way, you will keep repeating to get the same shell. For better and detailed guide, check out the video tutorial below;
Abbreviation: The abbreviation commonly used for the shell stitch in crochet patterns is "sh st" or simply "shell." When following a pattern, you might see instructions like "5 dc in next st (shell made)" to indicate the creation of a shell stitch.
Stitch Multiple: You'll often work with a multiple of 6 plus 2 for the base chain to create the shell stitch. This allows for the formation of the shells, plus a single crochet to anchor them.
Row Multiple: The shell stitch is typically worked in a single row repeated after the initial foundation row is set up. The pattern of each row will be consistent, repeating the shell and single crochet sequence.
Basic Stitches Used:
- Chain (ch)
- Single Crochet (sc)
- Double Crochet (dc)
- Skip (sk): You'll skip a designated number of stitches in the foundation chain or previous row to correctly space out the shell stitches.
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