Crochet Blanket Stitch Pattern: Textured Shell Rows
Overview
This crochet blanket stitch creates a thick, cozy fabric with a beautifully raised texture. The pattern uses repeating shell-like clusters that interlock row by row, forming a soft, woven look. Alternating colors (like the yellow and purple in your image) enhances the depth and visual appeal.
This stitch is ideal for:
Warm blankets
Baby afghans
Scarves and throws
Row 1 (Base Row)
Work 1 sc in the 2nd chain from hook
Skip 2 chains, work 5 dc in next chain (shell)
Skip 2 chains, work 1 sc in next chain
Repeat from * across
Turn
Row 2 (Offset Shells)
Chain 3 (counts as first dc)
Work 2 dc in same stitch (forms partial shell)
*Work 1 sc in center of next shell
Work 5 dc in next sc*
Repeat across
End with 3 dc in last stitch
Turn
Row 3 (Repeat Pattern)
Chain 1
Work 1 sc in first stitch
*Work 5 dc in next sc
Work 1 sc in center of next shell*
Repeat across
Turn
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