Stitch Description
The Boxed Shell Stitch pattern creates a mesh of small boxes, interlaced with an arched shell motif. It is great for shawls, bags, and blankets.
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Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Foundation Chain: Multiples of 5 + 2
- Row 1 (RS): Skip 3ch (count as 1dc), 1dc into next ch, *3ch, skip 3ch, 1dc into each of next 2ch; rep from * to end, turn.
- Row 2: 3ch (count as 1dc), skip first st, *5dc into 2nd ch of next 3ch arch; rep from *, ending 1dc into top of tch, turn.
- Row 3: 3ch (count as 1dc), skip first st, 1dc into next dc, *3ch, skip 3ch, 1dc into each of next 2ch; rep from * to end, turn.
Repeat rows 2 and 3 until you have reached your desired length.
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The Box Shell Stitch
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