Shell stitch is versatile and absolutely beautiful. Once you try it, you will fall in love with it. You can create all sorts of things using it, but one of the most amazing ways to showcase it is by making crochet blankets. You can work in rows or start in the middle – there are so many designs featuring this technique!
Nicely shaped shells look great in different colors. Today’s selection of yarn gives us unbelievable possibilities in developing our own designs. Ombre yarns will give you lovely color transitions between rows, alternative hand-dyed one will create unusual color changes, and simply alternating the colors as you go will make a rainbow-colored beauty. Choose the palette wisely, as it will give your blanket the heart and the character. Take a look at examples below and search for links to free patterns under the pictures.
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Dune Blanket
This lovely, colorful blanket will be perfect not only for autumn / winter time, but also for a picnic on the beach, or for a chilly summer evening. The lovely stitch shell makes it really beautiful and interesting. Give it a try!
- DESIGNED by Lucy of Attic24
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Go to the pattern:
Dune Blanket, see more here
Shell Crochet Blanket
Shell blankets are just stunning they remind of a lovely summer day on the beach or just outside, looking at the sunset. This blanket is very beautiful, capturing every color of a warm, sunny day.
This project made by princewoodsigns,check out their instagram account
Twilight Shells
This blanket is very soft and is made of a stunning shell stitch. Perfect for a baby blanket, or a wrap, you can also repeat this pattern and a pillow, or a bigger blanket out of it.
- DESIGNED by Marianne Forrestal
- THIS VERSION is by: delighted40
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Go to the pattern:
Twilight Shells Blanket, see more here. This particular version is here.
Christmas Afghan
Nothing says more „Christmas is coming” than this lovely, festive blanket. But if you change the colors to neutrals, you’ll get a lovely blanket, that will perfectly embellish your home decor all year long.
- DESIGNED by Lion Brand Yarn
- THIS VERSION is by: itsck
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
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Go to the pattern:
Delicate Web Wrap, see more here. This version can be found here.
Oh My Blanket
Rows of beautiful shells can be made indefinitely. With this simple stitch you can go for baby blanket, or king-sized bedspread.
- DESIGNED by Tamara Kelly
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Go to the pattern:
Oh My Blanket, more info here.
4025 Quilt
Colorful blanket like this one will look great in kids’ room.
- DESIGNED by MYpicot, this version by: LoobysLoops
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Go to the pattern:
4025 Quilt, more info here. more about this version here.
Shell Blanket
This gorgeous shell blanket was made by Soukaina Silvestre and it’s such a delicate and soft blankie! The best part is, that you only need to know basic stitches to make it. The best hook size for this project is 4 mm. And of course feel free to play with other colors as well!
- DESIGNED by Soukaina Silvestre
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by Soukaina Silvestre / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on soukainacollections.com, or read more about it on Ravelry
Over The Rainbow
This lovely over the rainbow blankie was made by Jerica Tompkins and it’s a really easy to crochet project, that will take you just few hours to complete! And of course don’t forget that you don’t have to make it in all the colors of the rainbow! Feel free to go for just one color if you like.
- DESIGNED by Jerica Tompkins
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by Jerica Tompkins / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnhookneedles.com, or read more about it on Ravelry
Dune Blanket
What do you think about this blanket’s color palette? Make sure to let me know in the comments below! I absolutely love how littledovecrochet combined yellow and a couple shades of blue to create this ultimate baby baby blankie, that can be the best gift for future parents!
- DESIGNED by Lucy of Attic24
- THIS VERSION is by littledovecrochet
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by littledovecrochet / Instagram.com
Find original free pattern on attic24.typepad.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.The photos are here.
The Baby ZigZag Baby Blanket
I absolutely love this blue crochet blanket in the pictures below! The finished size is approximately 35 inches x 35 inches, so it’s a gorgeous blanket to snuggle a baby in, or to take with you on a stroller walk, or a picnic! The colors are absolutely classic, so they will look incredible on a baby shower!
- DESIGNED by Christine Longe
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by Christine Longe / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on lakeviewcottagekids.com, or read more about it on Ravelry
Wavy Shell Stitch Afghan
How sweet is this amazing crochet afghan in the pictures below? It has the most amazing wavy shell design, that totally resembles the ocean! And it’s using only three colors, so it’s really a fun project for beginners. The pattern is quite simple and consists of just 2 lines. Have fun!
- DESIGNED by Michael Sellick
- THIS VERSION is by LoopyLuluLove
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by LoopyLuluLove / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on thecrochetcrowd.com, or read more about it on Ravelry..This particular version is on Ravelry.
Dune Blanket
Are you looking for a very delicate and lacy baby blankie, that will keep your baby safe and sound? In that case you have to take a look at the pictures below, at this lovely blankie by racheybeecrochet. It’s full of delicate colors, breathable stitches and sweet lace.
- DESIGNED by Lucy of Attic24
- THIS VERSION is by racheybeecrochet
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by acheybeecrochet / Instagram.com
Find original free pattern on attic24.com, or read more about it on Ravelry .The top photo is here and the bottom photo is here.
Shell stitch Blanket
This beautiful crochet blankie in the pictures below was made by Nadia ben F and it’s such a pretty piece, that will be the best baby shower gift out there! What’s more, it’s absolutely the softest and most delicate blankie, that’s perfect for stroller walks.
- DESIGNED by Nadia ben F
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by Nadia ben F / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on lakeviewcottagekids.com, or read more about it on Ravelry
Satisfying Shell Stitch
This warm and bright crochet blanket in the pictures below was made by Yarnspirations Design Studio and it’s such a fantastic piece, that’s going to look amazing on your couch or on your bed! Wrap up in this gorgeous piece and have fun with it!
- DESIGNED by Yarnspirations Design Studio
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by Yarnspirations Design Studio / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com, or read more about it on Ravelry
Picnic Blanket
When preparing a picnic trip the accessories are everything. The right blanket is a base of the whole project and so you need just the right one. With this pattern you can crochet a light and beautiful picnic blanket that will serve you for years. Change color every row or two to get a different, personalized look. Make the blanket in one beautiful hue so it would make a nice neutral background for all those picnic photo snaps.
- DESIGNED by Rowan Team
- THIS VERSION by Marie Wallin
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Marie Wallin / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on Ravelry.
She Sells Seashells Blanket
A fun word play that goes before a fun crochet blanket project. She Sells Seashells Blanket is a beautiful, wavy design. The seashell crochet motif is very popular as it adds up the softness and fluidity to the blanket. Made with this technique, a blanket wraps around a person perfectly and warms the person up during the chilliest days. It also makes a great sofa throw with its alluring pattern and colorful wavy stripes.
- DESIGNED by Nazanin F. Fard
- THIS VERSION by Crochet.com
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Crochet.com / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on crochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Crochet Large Shell Blanket
There is no reason to hide such a beautiful stitch as shell technique. Make it big, make a statement and follow Naztazia’s blanket pattern. The shell stitches are made with two rows of double crochet stitches. To build up the blanket you simply follow a four-row pattern. Once your piece is finished, you will love it so much that you will use the technique over and over again.
- DESIGNED by Naztazia
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Naztazia / naztazia.com
Find original free pattern on naztazia.com.
Wildflowers Lapghan
The shell stitch is well known and well loved for the lightweight texture it creates. This is exactly why Kristi Garris has decided to use it in her wildflowers Lapghan pattern. This design is amazingly looking when finished, with all the intricate structure and colorful yarns that interlace each other, but it is also a fun one to craft. The proposed size is great to toss it in the bag for an afternoon book reading in the park.
- DESIGNED by Kristi Garris
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Kristi Garris / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on masonjaryarndesigns.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
I want a simple shell stich afghan. please
Hi Barb, we’ve got plenty of amazing afghans in this post, as well as in another fun posts on our site, have you found the perfect pattern? 🙂