Shell Stitch Blanket Pattern

Description:

This blanket features a beautiful shell stitch pattern that creates a lovely textured look. It's perfect for keeping you warm and cozy on chilly evenings.

Materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight acrylic yarn (UK Aran, approx. 10-ply, 4-medium) - 1000 yards (Imperial) / 900 meters (Metric)
• Needles: US 8 / UK 6 / 5mm crochet hook

Gauge:

4 shell stitches = 4 inches (10 cm)

Instructions:

1. Chain a multiple of 6 + 2 stitches to reach your desired width.
2. Row 1: Skip 3 chains (counts as 1 double crochet), 5 double crochet in the next chain, skip 2 chains, 1 single crochet in the next chain. *Skip 2 chains, 5 double crochet in the next chain, skip 2 chains, 1 single crochet in the next chain. Repeat from * across, turn.
3. Row 2: Chain 3 (counts as 1 double crochet), 2 double crochet in the first single crochet, *skip 2 double crochet, 1 single crochet in the next double crochet, skip 2 double crochet, 5 double crochet in the next single crochet. Repeat from * across, ending with 3 double crochet in the turning chain, turn.
4. Repeat Row 2 until the blanket reaches your desired length.
5. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Feel free to customize this pattern by using different yarn colors or adjusting the size of the blanket. Enjoy your cozy shell stitch blanket!