Easy crochet shell stitch

This pretty lacy stitch is very easy, but it looks lovely. It’s perfect for beginner crocheters.
Hook of choice.
Multiple of 4.
Start with a chain.
Row 1: ch3, *(2 dc, ch 1, 2dc) all in the 4th ch from hook ; sk 3 ch*. Repeat from * to* along the row. Turn.
Row 2: ch3, *(2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) all in ch-space*; Repeat from * to* each in next ch-space. Turn.
Repeat from Row 2.
The shell stitch is one of the most basic crochet stitches and can be used for many different projects. It can be used for hat , slouchy beanie.
Create a soft scarf with this pattern , which would also make a great homemade gift!
Abbreviations:
ch chain,
sk skip,
dc double crochet,
* * repeat instructions between asterisks as many times as there are stitches to accommodate them.

Easy Crochet Baby Blanket Free Pattern

This is a simple crochet baby blanket. I like that there are no obvious rows or lines as happens with single or double crochet. Switching them up in this pattern blurs the lines and produces a lovely thick fabric with a wonderful drape.

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My sample blanket is 30 inches square. You could make yours a bit longer — around 34 inches long — if you prefer.
Skill Level: Beginner – Easy
USA Format
Seed stitch
Row 1:
Ch an odd number of sts, sc in 2nd
ch from hook, dc in next ch, [sc in next ch,
dc in next ch] across, turn.
Row 2:
Ch 1, sc in first dc, dc in next sc,
[sc in next dc, dc in next sc] across, turn.
Rep row 2 for pattern.

Abbreviations
ch. Chain
sl st. Slip Stitch
sc. Single Crochet
dc. Double Crochet
rpt. Repeat

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Abbreviations: Chain Stitch (Ch), Slip Stitch (SL), Double Crochet Stitch (DC)

Flower pattern

Chain 3, join with the beginning stitch
Round 1: *Chain 3, SL ST through the chain loop. Complete 5 times from *, join at the base of the beginning stitch to join. (5 chain 3 loops total)
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How to crochet Shell stitch

Its absolutely ideal for crochet summer hat or for crochet scarf, I really like this crochet stitch pattern.

Shell stitch

Multiple of 6 stitches plus 1, then add 1 more for base starting chain
Row 1: 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, * skip 2 ch, 5 dc in next ch, skip 2 ch, 1 sc in next ch **, repeat * to ** to end of row. Turn.

Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc in same st as ch-3 just made, * skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc (which is the center st of the 5-dc shell), skip 2 dc, 5 dc in next sc **, repeat * to ** to end of row, ending the last repeat with 3 dc in last sc, skip turning chain. Turn.

Row 3: Ch 1, 1 sc in first st, * skip 2 dc, 5 dc in next sc, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc **, repeat from * to ** to end of row, ending last repeat with 1 sc in top of the ch-3 turning chain.

Repeat rows: Repeat rows 2 and 3 consecutively, until desired length is reached.

Abbreviations:
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
sc = single crochet
st = stitch

Free crochet stitch pattern.