Shell Stitch Crochet Baby Blanket

Did 2 baby blankets in Shell Stitch (crochet). It was so easy I didn't even have to keep count throughout the pattern.

Pattern by: The Stitchin’ Mommy can be viewed HERE & is also copied below for reference.

The work, photos, and color coordination is my own:

Did I mention I love adding ribbons to crochet blankets??? The elegance and finesse.... its simply beautiful.

Pattern from The Stitchin Mommy:

SKILL LEVEL:

Intermediate

ABBREVIATIONS:

ch(s) – chain(s)

dc – double crochet

hdc – half double crochet

sc – single crochet

sk – skip

st(s) – stitch(es) t-ch – turning chain * – indicated instructions to be repeated

GAUGE:

16 stitches & 10 rows = 4 inches

MULTIPLE:

6+1

FINISHED SIZE:

Approximately 35″ x 35″

NOTES:

• This pattern is written in US terms

• All stitches are worked through both loops unless otherwise noted

• The color changes are made on the last yarn over of the last stitch of the row

• Sizing will vary depending on how tightly or loosely you crochet. Gauge is not necessary for this pattern but if you would like to keep the sizing the same, please check your gauge before starting this project.

• Please note that the yarn originally used for this blanket has been discontinued. A great alternative is Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice*

INSTRUCTIONS: With Color A, Ch 133. Row 1: 2 dc in 4th ch from hook, *sk 2 sts, 1 sc in the next st, sk 2 sts, 5 dc in next st** Repeat from * to ** until there are 3 sts remaining, sk 2 sts, sc in last st, turn. (Now you have an option to change colors or do what I did and crochet 3 rows with Color A before switching to Color B). Row 2: Ch 3, 2 dc in the first st (sc from previous row), *sk 2 sts, sc in next st, sk 2 sts, 5 dc into the next st (sc from previous row)** Repeat from * to ** across, sc in the t-ch, turn. Row 3-69: Repeat row 2, alternating colors every 3 rows if desired.

To even out the top row of shells: 1 dc into the first st (the sc from previous row), *hdc in the first dc of the 5 dc cluster, sc into each of the next 3 dc, hdc into the last dc of the cluster, dc into the sc** Repeat across. This should make the top row straighten out. Fasten off and proceed to trim instructions.

TRIM: Join trim color with a sl st in any st, ch 2, hdc evenly around the blanket making sure to work 3 hdc in each corner, join in beginning hdc, fasten off. (Note: If you are using the same color as the trim for the mini shell edging, ch 2 and go to step 2 of edging.) MINI SHELL EDGING: 

1. Join next color into a corner of the blanket, ch 2

2. 4 hdc in first st, *sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, 4 hdc in next st** Repeat from * to ** around entire blanket, sl st into the beginning ch 2.

3. Fasten off and weave ends

Finished blanket measures approximately 35″ x 35″ including edging.