Instructions
Free crochet lacy shell jacket pattern for elegance Basics
0/9Notes
- •This Free crochet lacy shell jacket pattern for elegance includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
- •Helpful resources: patterns catalog, crochet patterns for adults, Craft Yarn Council, Ravelry.
Ch 111 (123, 135, 147, 159).
Row 1 (right side): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next ch, *ch 4, skip next 4 ch, sc in each of next 2 ch; repeat from * across; turn—18 (20, 22, 24, 26) ch-4 spaces.
Row 2: Ch 4 (counts as dc, ch 1, here and throughout), shell in each ch-4 space across, ch 1, dc in last sc; turn—18 (20, 22, 24, 26) shells.
Rows 3-24: Work even in Patt, working Rows 1–4 (5 times); then Repeat Patt Rows 1–2 once—17 (19, 21, 23, 25) shells; 2 half shells.
Shape Waist
Row 1: Slip st in next ch-1 space and in next ch, ch 7 (counts as dc, ch 4), 2 dc in next ch-2 space, working in Patt Row 3 across to last ch-2 space, 2 dc in last ch-2 space, ch 4, skip next 2 dc of shell, dc in next dc; turn, leaving remaining sts unworked—18 (20, 22, 24, 26) ch-4 spaces.
Row 2: Slip st to next ch-4 space, ch 3 (counts as dc), (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in same space (counts as shell), shell in each ch-4 space across; turn—18 (20, 22, 24, 26) shells.
Row 3: Slip st in next dc and in next ch-2 space, ch 1, 2 sc in same ch-2 space, *ch 4, 2 sc in next ch-2 space; repeat from * across, ending with 2 sc in last ch space; turn, leaving remaining sts unworked—17 (19, 21, 23, 25) ch-4 spaces; 2 ch-2 spaces.
Row 4: Slip st in next sc and in next ch-4 space, ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in same space (counts as shell), shell in each ch-4 space across; turn, leaving remaining sts unworked—17 (19, 21, 23, 25) shells.
Left Shoulder
0/3Notes
- •Sizes S and L Only
Row 5: Slip st in next dc and in next ch-2 space, ch 3, dc in same space, *ch 4, 2 dc in next ch-2 space; repeat from * across, ending with 2 dc in last ch-2 space; turn, leaving remaining sts unworked—16 (18, 20, 22, 24) ch-4 spaces.
Row 6–8: Starting with Patt Row 4, work even in Patt—15 (17, 19, 21, 23) shell; and 2 half shells at end of last row.
Row 9: Ch 3, dc in next ch-1 space, ch 4, skip next 2 dc, 2 dc in space before next shell, *ch 4, 2 dc in next ch-2 space; repeat from * across to last ch-2 space, skip next 2 dc, 2 dc before next dc, ch 4, dc in last ch-1 space, dc in 3rd ch of turning ch; turn 18 (20, 22, 24, 26) ch-4 spaces.
Right Shoulder
0/4With wrong side facing, skip 7 (8, 9, 8, 8) ch-4 spaces to the left of Left Shoulder, join yarn in next st.
Row 1: Ch 4, shell in each of next 3 (4) ch-4 spaces, skip next st, dc in next st; turn, leaving remaining sts unworked—3 (4) shells; 1 half shell.
Row 2: Work Patt Row 1—5 (6) ch-4 spaces; 2 ch-2 spaces.
Row 3: Work Patt Row 2—5 (6) shells; 2 half shells.
Finishing
0/4Sew Fronts to Back across shoulders. Sew side and sleeve seams ending at the first row of trim.
Neckband and (Optional) Buttonhole Band: With right side facing, join yarn in the first st at lower right front, ch 1, sc in each st across to shoulder seam, work 36 (40, 45, 48, 48) sc evenly spaced across back neck to shoulder seam, sc in each st across to lower edge; turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across; turn.
Row 3 (buttonhole row): Ch 1, sc in first sc, *ch 3, skip next 2 sts, sc in next st; repeat from * across, working (ch 5, skip next 4 sts) at marker for optional buttonhole; turn.
FAQ
Questions about this pattern
Is Free Crochet Lacy Shell Jacket Pattern for Elegance good for beginners?+
Free Crochet Lacy Shell Jacket Pattern for Elegance is marked advanced, so it is better after you have finished a few crochet patterns for beginners. Read the full instructions first and check each shaping or assembly note before starting.
What yarn weight do I need for Free Crochet Lacy Shell Jacket Pattern for Elegance?+
This pattern lists 3-dk-light. If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.
How long does Free Crochet Lacy Shell Jacket Pattern for Elegance 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 4 repeats in pattern = 3½” (9 cm); 4 rows = 1¾” (4.5 cm). Use the listed hook size, 3.75 mm [US F-5], 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 Crochet Lacy Shell Jacket Pattern for Elegance?+
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