29 Crochet Shell Stitch Patterns

1. Make a chain (any number, but a multiple of 4).
   
    
2. Skip 3 chains from the hook and work a shell (two double crochet stitches, one chain, two double crochet stitches) into the same chain space.
   
    
3. Skip 3 chain spaces and repeat. Continue until the end.
   
    
4. The number of shells you will have per row is equal to how many times you can divide your starting chain number by 4 (ie, if you start by chaining 16, you will have 4 shells). 
   
    
5. After completing the last shell in the row, chain three and turn your work.
   
    

These shell afghans keep things simple and only use basic stitches. Make an afghan for every occasion, including baby showers, housewarming parties, and summer picnics. Find a  crochet striped afghan uses petal pink and raspberry yarn to create a bold, yet feminine look.

Or how about a versatile crochet shell blanket patterns for beginners? Some are inspired by summer and the seashore, others by the French countryside. Take a look at these lovely and EASY shell stitch patterns. 

Now that you've gotten the hang of the shell stitch, test your skills with some multi-stitch crochet afghan patterns. Try a V-stitch shell afghan pattern or practice the wrapped stitch with one of these tutorials. These shell crochet blankets are amazing.

Some of these crochet afghan patterns use two or more unique stitches, they are still a snap to make. You will love the variety in these ideas that still involve the beloved shell stitch.