Crochet Edging For Shell Stitch Afghan

Around the Corner Crochet Borders.

Crochet edging for shell stitch afghan. Sc in the next st skip 1 st 5 dc in the next st skip 1 st. Pull the strand ends through the loop and tighten. Fold one strand of yarn in half place the center of the strand on the hook and pull the hook through the stitch so the strand is looped at the back of the blanket.

Ch 1 counts as first sc. This crochet border is so much easier than it looks. Use two contrasting colors for your reverse shell border to make those shells really pop or use all one color as featured.

However more advanced stitches will stand out even more and are a good tool to have in your crochet toolbox. Even a simple single crochet edging can give you work a more finished look. When you get to a corner work 2 ch sts to turn the corner and.

Crochet Edging Pattern Instructions. Work 1 sc st in each st all the way around. Written Instructions for the Scalloped Edging or Shell Stitch Border.

Work 3 sc in each corner. Shell Scallop and Lacy Border. Use a contrasting colour for your edging to add an extra pop to your projects.

If you are looking for even more crochet borders I recommend these crochet books. Both books are by the same author. The stitch repeat in its simplest form as a multiple of 4 worked in the round.