Instructions
Free shell baby blanket crochet pattern Basics
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- •This Free shell baby blanket crochet pattern includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
- •Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise indicated.
- •Ch 4, join with a slip st in first ch to form a ring.
- •Helpful resources: patterns catalog, crochet patterns for adults, Craft Yarn Council, Ravelry.
Ch 4, join with a slip st in first ch to form a ring.
Rounds 1-4
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- •Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise indicated.
Rnd 1 (Right Side): Ch 3, 2 dc in ring, ch 3, [3 dc in ring, ch 3] 3 times, join with a slip st in top of ch-3 – 12 dc and 4 ch-3 spaces.
Rnd 2 (Wrong Side): Ch 3, (2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) all in ch-3 space, * ch 1, skip 1 dc, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) all in next ch-3 space; repeat from * around, join with a slip st in top of ch-3 – 24 dc and 8 ch-1 spaces.
Rnd 3 (Right Side): Ch 3, 2 dc in next ch-1 space, * ch 1, skip 1 dc, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) all in next ch-3 space, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 3 dc in next ch-1 space; repeat from * around, join with a slip st in top of ch-3 – 36 dc and 12 ch-1 spaces.
Rnd 4 (Wrong Side): Ch 3, 2 dc in next ch-1 space, * ch 1, skip 1 dc, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) all in next ch-3 space, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 3 dc in next ch-1 space; repeat from * around, join with a slip st in top of ch-3 – 48 dc and 16 ch-1 spaces.
Rounds 5-25
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- •Continue in same manner as Rnd 4 adding one 3-dc group on each side every rnd AND alternating right and wrong sides every rnd.
Rnds 5-25: Continue in same manner as Rnd 4 adding one 3-dc group on each side every rnd AND alternating right and wrong sides every rnd. Do not turn at end of Rnd 25.
Rounds 26-28
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- •Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise indicated.
Rnd 26 (Right Side): Ch 1, sc in each dc and in each ch-1 space around AND work (sc, ch 3, sc) all in each corner […] join with a slip st in first sc – 101 sc on each side. Do NOT turn.
Rnd 27: Ch 1, sc in first sc, ch 1, skip next sc, * sc in next […] repeat from * to corner ch-3 space; (sc, ch 3, sc) all in corner space, ch 1, skip next sc; […]
Rnd 28: Ch 1, sc in each sc and in each ch-1 space around AND work (sc, ch 3, sc) all in each corner ch-3 […] TURN.
Rounds 29-31
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- •Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise indicated.
Rnd 29 (Wrong Side): Ch 4, skip 1 sc, * dc in next sc, ch 1, skip 1 sc; […] 3, dc) all in corner space, ch 1, skip 1 sc; […] join with a slip st in 3rd ch of ch-4; […]
Rnd 30 (Right Side): Ch 1, sc in next ch-1 space, ch 2, * […] 3, sc) all in corner space, ch 2; […]
Rnd 31: (Slip st, ch 1, sc) all in next ch-2 space, ** 3 dc in […] (sc, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 3, sc) all in corner space; from ** around, end at ***; dc in first sc to join and form last […]
Rounds 32-33
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- •Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise indicated.
Rnd 32: Ch 1, sc over dc, * ch 2, 5 dc in center dc of next 5-dc shell, ch 2, sc in next ch-2 space; repeat from * around, join with a slip st in first sc – 20 shells.
Rnd 33: (Slip st, ch 1, sc) all in next ch-2 space, * ch 2, (slip st, ch 3, slip st) all in center dc of next 5-dc shell, ch 2, sc in next ch-2 space; repeat from * around, join with a slip st in first sc – 20 picots.
FAQ
Questions about this pattern
Is Free Shell Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern good for beginners?+
Yes. Free Shell Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern is marked beginner and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.
What yarn weight do I need for Free Shell Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern?+
This pattern lists Worsted (4). If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.
How long does Free Shell Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern take to crochet?+
The estimated time is 15–20 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.
Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+
Yes. The pattern gauge is Rnds 1-2 = 3” across. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.. Use the listed hook size, Size H/8 (5 mm) or size needed for gauge, unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.
Can I print Free Shell Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern?+
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