The Interlocking Shells Stitch :: Crochet Stitch #131

How to Crochet the Interlocking Shells Stitch

About this Stitch Pattern


This crochet tutorial will help you learn how to crochet the interlocking shells stitch. This stitch creates a shell mesh pattern. The interlocking shells stitch would be great for shawls, blankets and baby blankets!

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Techniques Used In This Stitch Pattern


Stitch Pattern Details


Skill Level

Intermediate

Row Count

2

Stitch Repeat

Multiple of 6 + 1

Stitch Pattern Instructions


Foundation Chain:Multiple of 6 sts + 1

  • Note: Work 1 row each in colors A and B alternately; fasten off each color at the end of each row.
  • Row 1: (Right Side):Skip 2ch (count as 1dc), 2dc into next ch, skip 2ch, 1sc into next ch, *skip 2ch, 5dc into next ch, skip 2ch, 1sc into next ch; rep from * to last 3ch, skip 2ch, 3dc into last ch, turn.
  • Row 2: 1ch, 1sc into first st, *2ch, dc5tog over next 5 sts, 2ch, 1sc into next st; rep from * ending last rep in top of tch, turn.
  • Row 3: 3ch (count as 1dc), 2dc into first st, skip 2ch, 1sc into next cluster, *skip 2ch, 5dc into next sc, skip 2ch, 1sc into next cluster; rep from * to last 2ch, skip 2ch, 3dc into last sc, skip tch, turn.
  • Repeat rows 2 and 3 until you have reached your desired length.

Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos


Example of the Interlocking Shells Stitch. (Reversible)
Example of the Interlocking Shells Stitch. Reversible (Click for Larger Image)

Stitch Pattern Characteristics


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2 thoughts on “The Interlocking Shells Stitch :: Crochet Stitch #131

  1. Donna Beaton says:

    I love your videos. Someone told me you used to teach at Michaels- is it true? Any chance you can do a video for Bavarian stitching a few colors?

    • Johnny Vasquez says:

      Yes, I did used to teach at Michaels. You can send us a request using our contact form in the main menu.

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