QUADRUPLE SHELL CROCHET STITCH
Quadruple Shell Crochet Stitch
Category: Decorative Stitches
Difficulty: Intermediate
Description: The Quadruple Shell Crochet Stitch creates a dense, textured design with overlapping shell patterns, perfect for blankets, shawls, and other cozy projects. Its intricate look adds elegance to any piece.
Instructions
- Foundation Chain: Multiple of 12 + 3 chains.
- Row 1: Starting in the 4th chain from the hook, work 1 DC. *Skip 5 chains, work 5 DC in the next chain (shell), skip 5 chains, work 1 DC in the next chain.* Repeat from * to * across the row. CH 3 and turn.
- Row 2: *Work 1 DC in the center DC of the shell from the previous row, skip 2 DC, work a shell (5 DC) in the skipped DC of the row below.* Repeat from * to * across the row. CH 3 and turn.
- Row 3: Repeat Row 2, ensuring the shells are stacked in alignment. CH 3 and turn.
- Repeat Row 2: Continue for the desired length.