How To Crochet A Shell Border On A Baby Blanket

Starting on any odd numbered round join your yarn with a sc 3 spaces to the right of any corner then work 7 dc into the next sp.

How to crochet a shell border on a baby blanket. Execute a corner st then proceed to sc up the opposite side of the blanket. This blanket will add a simple but elegant touch to any nursery. To make this border follow this pattern.

Easy Shell Stitch Baby Blanket For Beginners. Skip two stitches and work 5 double crochet in the next stitch. Sweet Shell Edging Instructions.

Approximate finished size of this project is 26 x 28. The Spruce Amy Solovay. And sc in the next sp.

That said if you want this blanket in a bigger size this pattern is easily adjustable. A crochet shell edging also often referred to as a scallop edging is a real classic that never goes out of fashion. Border sc around the edge of the blanket executing 3sc at each corner.

Shell or Scallop Border. Sometimes Ill add in a few different colors if I think a thicker border is needed. DESIGNED by Donna Higgins.

Add 3sc in the 4 corners and complete all 4 sides. Repeat steps 2-3 until you get to the end of your row or project. Double crochet once around the post of a single crochet stitch twice around the post of a double crochet stitch and three times around the post of a triple crochet stitch.