The Little Shell Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #74

Stitch Description

The Little Shell Stitch is a simple lace pattern that creates rows of little shell motifs. These can be used as an accent row in an afghan or in a sweater or shawl.

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Abbreviations

K: Knit Stitch
P: Purl Stitch
yo: Yarn Over
p3tog: Purl Three Together

Stitch Details

Skill Level
Easy

Row Count
Number of Rows: 4

Pattern Repeat
Multiples of 7 + 2

Stitch Characteristics

scalloped | shell | textured

Pattern Instructions

Cast On: Multiples of 7 + 2

Row 1: Knit all sts.
Row 2: Purl all sts.
Row 3: K2, *yo, p1, p3tog, p1, yo, k2; rep from * to end
Row 4: Purl all sts.

Repeat rows 1 – 4 until you have reached your desired length.

The Little Shell Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #74

Stitch Description