Adorable Shells Crochet Baby Blankets

Shells are one of the best patterns you can use for making a blanket, pillow, or a bed cape, because they are classic, look fun and sophisticated at the same time, and are quite easy to make.
You can use the same pattern and just change the colors, and the result will be completely different. Those patterns are easy to adjust to your preferences, so you can make whatever you like out of them. Take a look at examples below to check the current trends and search for links to free patterns under the pictures.
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Beautiful Shells Blanket Free Crochet Pattern
Just Shells Baby Blanket
Take a look at this sweet baby blankie in the pictures below! It’s made by Crochet ‘n’ Create and it’s such an amazing project for a newborn! Snuggle your little one in this beginner – friendly blanket and don’t forget to customize it! The finished size is approximately 36.5 x 36.5 Inches!
- DESIGNED by Crochet ‘n’ Create
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by Crochet ‘n’ Create / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on crochetncreate. or read more about it on Ravelry.
Heart Easy Shells Baby Blanket
Take a look at this beautiful baby blankie in the pictures below! It’s made by thatcrochetlife and it’s going to be such a timeless piece for your babies to enjoy now and in the future! What’s more, it works up really fast and is beginner – friendly!Â
- DESIGNED by thatcrochetlife
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by thatcrochetlife / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on thatcrochetlife.com.the photos are here.
Baby Shells Squared
This lovely crochet throw in the pictures below is a really popular pattern with a lot of fun colors! It has been circulating around for years and this beautiful piece in the pictures below is made by bytheseashore with really bright and cheerful colors. Let me know if you like it!
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION is by bytheseashore
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by bytheseashore / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on Ravelry. This particular version is on Ravelry.
Just Shells Baby Blanket
Snuggle your little baby up in this gorgeous blankie in the pictures below. It’s made by Crochet ‘n’ Create and it’s approximately 36.5 x 36.5 Inches, making it perfect to fit a stroller. It’s a really fun pattern, once you get the hang of it! And it’s a really sweet gift idea for little ones.Â
- DESIGNED by Crochet ‘n’ Create
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by Crochet ‘n’ Create / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on crochetncreate.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Ocean Waves Blanket
This beautiful, delicate crochet blanket in the pictures below was made by craftyfruitcake and it’s made by craftyfruitcake using three different yarns, that create a stunning, colorful effect. The pattern was easy to follow and gave a pretty result.
- DESIGNED by Lion Brand Yarn
- THIS VERSION is by craftyfruitcake
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by craftyfruitcake / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on lionbrand.com, or read more about it on Ravelry. This particular version is on Ravelry.
Baby Shells
This pattern in the pictures below was made katienotnora and it’s a fantastic project, that will be a lovely project for a little baby! What’s more, you can adjust it to any size and make it in any yarn and hook size you want. And don’t forget to play with the border!
- DESIGNED by Donna Laing
- THIS VERSION is by katienotnora
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by katienotnora / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on projectlinus.org, or read more about it on Ravelry. This particular version is on Ravelry.
Baby Blue Cotton Blanket
This beautiful, delicate crochet blanket in the pictures below will be absolutely perfect for a boy or a girl! So if you’ve got expecting friends, make sure to crochet this sweet blankie for their baby! The finished size is 40″ x 40″ and it’s a very soft and squishy project.
- DESIGNED by Kris Moore
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by Kris Moore / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on krissyoverthemountaincrochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Beautiful Shells Blanket
Are you looking for a super cute crochet blanket with an easy repeat? If so, you have to check out this stunning shells blankie in the pictures below! Thatcrochetstitches made in in all the colors of the rainbow (in super pastel shades), so it’s a gorgeous summer project!Â
- DESIGNED by Jonna Martinez
- THIS VERSION by thatcrochetstitches
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by thatcrochetstitches / Instagram.com
Download original free pattern directly from YouTube, the top photo is here and the bottom photo is here.
Beautiful Shells Blanket
Take a look at this gorgeous shell blanket by Jonna Martinez! The colors look together so well and I think that the combination of blue and orange isn’t seen often enough. What’s more, the shell blanket is super easy to crochet, so it’s a cool side project, that you can whip up in just few hours. This particular version is made by sali.stitches.Â
- DESIGNED by Jonna Martinez
- THIS VERSION by sali.stitches
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by sali.stitches / Instagram.com
Find the free video tutorial on YouTube, The top photo is here and the bottom photo is here
Cotton Candy blanket
How adorable are these colors on this sweet blankie made by Lahoma Jayne Nally? It’s the ultimate baby blankie, that will keep your kiddo warm in the crib or in the stroller. Feel free to change the colors palette for more vibrant one if that’s what you prefer. But I must admit, that I completely fell in love with these sugary, candy colors!Â
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by 7lilsheep
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by 7lilsheep / Instagram.com
Find the shells blanket free pattern on Ravelry.com, The top photo is here and the bottom photo is here
Beautiful Shells Blanket
This gorgeous beautiful shells blanket is so unique! You can use this design to make different projects, like for instance a lovey for your baby to cuddle. On the other hand, you can make a blankie in totally different color palette, as you can see on the photo below, can’t believe it’s the same pattern!
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by ericaandeleanor
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by ericaandeleanor / Instagram.com
Find the shells blanket free pattern on Ravelry.com, The top photo is here and the bottom photo is here
Beautiful Shells Blanket
Pink blankies are truly the classic. You can make them in any color you want and they will look amazing. What’s more, you can easily adjust the size for a bigger, or smaller one, depending on your idea for the project. It will make a cute gift!
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by emmacartercrochet
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by emmacartercrochet / Instagram.com
Find the shells blanket free pattern on Ravelry.com, The top photo is here and the bottom photo is here
Beautiful Shells Blanket
Shells blanket will be not only super comfy and soft, but also extremely beautiful! What’s more, the pattern is super easy to memorize. No matter if you need a blankie for your baby, or just one to snuggle under it, go for this pattern. It’s truly amazing in this color palette.
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by crochetcreationsbyhanan
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by crochetcreationsbyhanan / Instagram.com
Find the shells blanket free pattern on Ravelry.com, The top photo is here and the bottom photo is here
Beautiful Shells Blanket
Square shells blanket is really beautiful, because the shape embellished the texture beautifully. What’s more, the pattern itself is truly easy to memorize. You can make it in any size you want, by simply adding or subtracting some rows.
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by crochetcreationsbyhanan
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by crochetcreationsbyhanan / Instagram.com
Find the shells blanket free pattern on Ravelry.com, The top photo is here and the bottom photo is here
Wee Beautiful Shells Blanket #2
Yellow and pink is not an obvious combination, but definitely the energetic one, as you can see in the picture below! Baby blanket like this one would be a nice addition to a nursery, especially one that lacks a pop of color. This pattern works up really fast, once you get the main idea, and you can easily customize its size.
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by strivedesigns / ravelry.com
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by strivedesigns / ravelry.com
Download original free pattern directly from Ravelry, or read more about this version by strivedesigns on Ravelry.
Wee Beautiful Shells Blanket #6
Violets, pinks and creams go very well together, because they create sophisticated and powerful combination. Introducing different colors strategically give you a lot of control over the final effect, so try out a couple of versions before you decide on the final one. Take a look at the photo below to see how strivedesigns did it.
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by strivedesigns / ravelry.com
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by strivedesigns / ravelry.com
Download original free pattern directly from Ravelry, or read more about this version by strivedesigns on Ravelry.
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Beach Ball Baby Shells Blanket
Blankets worked in the round present a perfect opportunity to use up any multicolored or ombre yarns you have in your stash, so be sure to try it! This Beach Ball colorway from Lion Brand Cupcake is cheerful and sunny, but you can go for darker palettes, too. Take a peek at the photo below to see how good it looks!
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by strivedesigns / ravelry.com
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by strivedesigns / ravelry.com
Download original free pattern directly from Ravelry, or read more about this version by strivedesigns on Ravelry.
Original Pattern by Lahoma Jayne Nally
This lovely, lacy shells throw will beautifully embellish your bed, armchair, couch, or whatever you choose to put in on. It will also be a great baby blanket, because by playing with colors, you can achieve a completely new, original look. As you can see in the photos, the effect is very different, but stunning in each version!
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- PROJECT TYPE throw
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
top photo by Lahoma Jayne Nally / ravelry.com, bottom photo by medic911 / ravelry.com
Download this free pattern directly from Ravelry.
If you need more inspiration for baby blankets, check out our article on Fluffy Meringue Blanket Ideas!
Pale Blue Beautiful Shells Blanket
In the photo below we can see how beautifully this pattern looks in pastel colors, which are feminine and romantic. Such delicate palette is perfect for a bed cover or a baby blanket, because it will fit right in the modern nursery.
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by Tracyfd / ravelry.com
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by Tracyfd / ravelry.com
Download original free pattern directly from Ravelry, or read more about this version by Tracyfd on Ravelry.
Beautiful Shell
This version by Dawg55 is quite bold and very original, but not at all boring! Neutrals are beautifully contrasting with black stripes and give this blanket a modern touch, so consider this palette when making a blanket for your dad or granddad. See photos below and admire final effect.
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by Dawg55
- PROJECT TYPE throw
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by Dawg55Â / ravelry.com
Download original free pattern directly from Ravelry, or read more about this version by Dawg55 on Ravelry.
If you like lacy designs, take a look at our article to learn How to Crochet the Dragonfly Stitch!
Beautiful Shells Blanket in Spring Rainbow Theme
This version really evokes 60’s vibe, doesn’t it? It’s colorful, vibrant, and makes you wanna smile the second you lay your eyes on it, so it will be perfect for kids’ room. You’ll need about 13 different yarn colors to make this beauty, but it’s totally worth it! Take a look below to see how Wendiayu did it.
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by Wendiayu
- PROJECT TYPE throw
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by Wendiayu / ravelry.com
Download original free pattern directly from Ravelry, or read more about this version by Wendiayu on Ravelry.
Ruby’s Yellow+ Blanket
Those little crochet shells make it look very original and sophisticated, because they look like gold shells floating on the oceans waves. It reminds me of a mermaid’s tail, so I’m sure it will be perfect for little girls. Introducing multicolored yarn in combination with solid color is a great idea, so be sure to try it!
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by JudyK
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by JudyKÂ / ravelry.com
Download original free pattern directly from Ravelry, or read more about this version by JudyK on Ravelry.
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Beautiful Shells Blanket
If you need something more cheerful, go for this pattern, because it’s hard to imagine something more colorful. It’s easy to make and lovely to look at, so don’t wait and surprise your friends or family with handmade gift.
- DESIGNED by Lahoma Jayne Nally
- THIS VERSION by Gooose
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by Gooose / ravelry.com
Download original free pattern directly from Ravelry, or read more about this version by Gooose on Ravelry.
Rainbow love
This beautiful rainbow blankie on the pictures below was made by my.comfort.corner and it’s such a fantastic inspiration for shell stitch! You can really make a whole bunch of different, original projects with this stitch, because it’s so versatile and lovely!
- DESIGNED by Rhondda Mol (Oombawka Design)
- THIS VERSION by my.comfort.corner
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by my.comfort.corner / Instagram.com
Find original free pattern on oombawkadesigncrochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry. The photos are here.
Shells Blanket
This beautiful shells blankie on the pictures below was made by wish_upon_a_star_crochet and you can find the pictures on the author’s instagram, which is linked under the photos. I absolutely love this version of the shell blanket, the colors are so delicate, it’s a perfect gift for a baby!
- DESIGNED by MYpicot
- THIS VERSION by wish_upon_a_star_crochet
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by wish_upon_a_star_crochet / Instagram.com
Find original free pattern on mypicot.com, or read more about it on Ravelry. The photos are here.
Caron Ocean Waves
This adorable crochet blankie in the pictures below is a super easy project with a wavy stitch repeat, that’s super easy to crochet, so every beginner will have lots of fun! It pair beautifully with Caron Big Cakes yarn, however feel free to experiment with different kinds!
- DESIGNED by Yarnspirations.com
- THIS VERSION by hookyarnrepeat
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by hookyarnrepeat / Instagram.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com. The photos are here.
Sunny Shells Baby Blanket
You will not find a more fire-y blanket idea than this sunny shells crochet pattern. It looks and snuggles just like the sun. With every color, with every stitching layer the plush feeling adds up to compose the perfect baby blanket. Wrap your loved one in this amazing throw and feel the warmth within! Made with the top quality yarns will become an everyday go to.
- DESIGNED by Ashley Jane McIntyre
- PROJECT TYPE baby blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Universal Yarn / universalyarn.com and Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on universalyarn.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Scallop Parade Baby Blanket
This simple and cute baby blankie pattern will give you joy while crafting and for a long time afterwards. The use of only two stitching techniques, the double crochet stitch and chain, makes the project beginner-friendly. A Scallop Parade crochet baby blanket took its name from fun small puffs made all along the pattern. Extra fluffy, extra snuggly and extra easy to crochet.
- DESIGNED by Carmen Heffernan
- PROJECT TYPE baby blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Carmen Heffernan / anniedesigncrochet.com and Raverly.com
Find original free pattern on anniedesigncrochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
looking for pattern for bargello optical illusion crochet bedspread.the colors are white grey black tan.saw it on crochet club gone wild.
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these are lovely and i am currently making a shell pattern they are fun to do
these are so lovely and love the color combos too
So glad you like them!