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RELAXING PROJECT
Believe it or not, this beautiful baby blanket is a really easy and speedy make as it consists of a 1-row repeat only!
So you can sit back, relax and work up this blanket whilst watching TV, chatting with friends or listening to your favourite audiobook or podcast.
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BEAUTIFUL HEIRLOOM BLANKET
Made from the slanted shell stitch, this shell crochet baby blanket is so rich in texture and is a great blanket for your little one to snuggle under!
I have crocheted many blankets over the years, however this stitch is one of my favourites – both to work up and for the finished result. You really need to make this blanket and see for yourself how stunning it is.
For a sweet finishing touch, I made and attached a 3D crochet bow to one corner of my blanket. But you can leave this embellishment off, if you wish… the blanket really is very striking just on its own.
Whether you make this shell crochet baby blanket for your own baby, or gift it to someone else, this blanket is sure to end up a treasured keepsake.
ADORABLE BABY LAYETTE
This shell crochet baby blanket is part of a darling little baby set.
Included in this layette is a hooded baby coat with fur trim, baby mittens with ties, fur trimmed baby booties and a baby beanie.
VIDEO TUTORIAL
Crochet along with me to make this shell crochet baby blanket!
You can start watching the tutorial here… just click on the play button below (the full tutorial is on the Maisie and Ruth YouTube channel):
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SHELL CROCHET BABY BLANKET: A FREE PATTERN
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LEVEL
“Projects may include simple stitch patterns, color work, and/or shaping.”.
PATTERN NOTES
- US crochet terminology used throughout.
- You may substitute the recommended yarn with any #3 / light worsted / DK / 8 ply yarn (please ensure that you order enough yarn if using a different brand).
- This blanket can be made in any size. To adjust the size of your blanket, begin with a foundation chain that is a multiple of 4.
- 1-row pattern repeat (repeat row 2).
- When working row 1, it is recommended that you crochet in to the back bump of your stitches.
- This blanket is reversible.
MATERIALS
- YARN: #3 / light worsted / DK / 8 ply yarn. You’ll need 1045m / 1143yds. (I used 5 balls of Sirdar Snuggly Soothing, 241yds / 3.5 oz [220m / 100g]):
- Crochet hook: Size 7 (4.5mm)
- Yarn needle (the bent tip makes sewing much easier)
- Scissors (super sharp… and pretty)
- 1 x stitch markers (these interlocking ones will not fall out!)
FINISHED SIZE
Width: 26″ (66cm)
Length: 26″ (66cm)
GAUGE / TENSION
4 SL/shells and 11 rows = 4″ (10cm)
STITCHES & ABBREVIATIONS (US CROCHET TERMS)
ch(s) – chain(s)
dc – double crochet: Yarn over (yo), insert hook into stitch, yo, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook). Yo, pull through 2 loops (2 loops on hook). Yo, pull through remaining 2 loops. 1 double crochet completed.
fasten off – To fasten off securely, work one chain, then cut the yarn leaving a 5 – 6” tail. Pull the tail through the loop that is on your hook. Tighten gently.
sc – single crochet: Insert hook into stitch, yarn over (yo), pull up a loop (2 loops on hook). Yo, pull through both loops on hook. 1 single crochet completed.
sk – skip (do not crochet into this stich / these stitches)
SPECIAL STITCHES
FPsc – front post single crochet: Insert hook from front to back to front around the post of the next stitch, yarn over (yo), pull up a loop, 2 loops remaining on hook. Yo and pull through both loops on hook. 1 FPsc completed.
SL/shell – slanted shell (1sc, ch3, 3dc) or (FPsc, ch3, 3dc) in same stitch or space.
* to * – Repeat instructions between asterisks as many times as directed.
( ) – Sets of stitches to be worked within one stitch or space.
( ) – Sets of stitches to be worked as many times as directed.
[ ] – The total number of stitches at the end of a row.
PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS
Ch 128
Working in to the back bump of the foundation row chains:
Row 1. 3dc in 4th ch from hook, *sk next 3 ch, (1sc, ch3, 3dc) in next ch*, repeat from * to * until 4 ch remain, work last 4 ch as follows: sk next 3ch, 1sc in last ch, working up other side of ch: ch3, 3dc in ch3 sp, *(1sc, ch3, 3dc) in next ch3 sp*, repeat from * to * across row until last ch3 sp, work as follows: sk last 3 ch sp, 1sc in base of last SL/shell, TURN [61 SL/shells].
Row 2. Ch3, 3dc in same st (at base of ch3), sk next 2 sts, FPsc in next st, ch3, 3dc in next ch3 sp, *sk next 3 sts, FPsc in next st, ch3, 3dc in next ch3 sp*, repeat from * to * until 1 SL/shell remains, work 1sc in sc immediately before last SL/shell, TURN [30 SL/shells].
Repeat row 2, 77 times more (you should count 80 rows of slanted shell stiches in total)
Cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends.
Make and attach bow to corner of blanket.
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I really hope that you enjoyed the free pattern for this shell crochet baby blanket!
I can’t wait to see photos of your finished blanket (plus any other items from the matching set if you decide to make them!)… please tag me on Instagram using @maisieandruth and #maisieandruth
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Happy crocheting,

HI: I am trying this blanket and one side of end is perfect like yours…but other side is not…I cannot get it to look equal to other side. I’ve tried several times and cannot get each end to look symmetrical and your pictures do not seem to show both ends..
Hello, I don’t have a photo tutorial for this pattern however there is a step-by-step video tutorial included in the free pattern. The video will show you exactly where to place your stitches. Thanks for your interest in this design and I hope that you enjoy working up your baby blanket! 💞
This baby blanket is lovely! If I wanted to make it bigger like 48″ by 60″, how many chains would I make?
Thank you so much, Mary!
You can make this blanket as big as you like (just make sure that you order enough yarn 😊).
Here’s a link to a useful article that I wrote detailing how to resize a crochet blanket pattern: https://maisieandruth.com/how-to-resize-a-crochet-blanket-pattern-plus-charts/
I hope that you enjoy working up your shells baby blanket! 😘
Hello, The MATERIALS section is empty on my computer. Can you please tell me what size Hook and what the Guage is. Thankyou. Janice Hill.
Hi Janice,
Yes, you’re right – this information has been included in the pattern but for some reason it’s not showing at the moment.
I’m in the middle of trying to fix this issue but for the time being please see the requested information below:
YARN: #3 / light worsted / DK / 8 ply yarn. You’ll need 1045m / 1143yds. (I used 5 balls of Sirdar Snuggly Soothing, 241yds / 3.5 oz [220m / 100g]):
Crochet hook: Size 7 (4.5mm)
Gauge / Tension:
4 SL/shells and 11 rows = 4″ (10cm)
Enjoy the rest of your Sunday and I hope you enjoy working up this baby blanket! 💝
Kind regards,
Amanda
Thankyou for your promt reply. This is a really lovely blanket. Can’t wait to get started. Regards, Janice Hill.
You’re very welcome, Janice! 😚
I love your designs on YouTube, Amanda, incl. your tutorials. Many thanks for this free pattern for another blanket for my First Granddaughter which I will bring with me to Sydney Australia when my daughter gives birth on February, along with the other cardigans, booties, blankets, beanies I’ve crocheted since May when it was announced my daughter is pregnant. Thank you once again! From my family to yours, have a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!! – Suzy
Awww what wonderful news, Suzy! Many congratulations to you on the exciting news of your first Granddaughter! 👶
I’m so pleased to hear that my designs appeal to you and that you’re enjoying my tutorials also.
You have been very busy! It sounds like you might have to book an extra suitcase onto the airplane to Sydney! I’m sure that your daughter be delighted with all the lovely items you’ve handmade for the new baby.
Thank you so much – wishing you and your family a Very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year also… I hope you have a relaxing time and manage to get lots more crocheting in! 💝
You create the most beautiful things. I wish you also did larger projects for my older grandchildren.
Your tutorials are amazing 🤩
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, Mary Anne!
I may think about adding bigger sizes in the future 😊
Enjoy the rest of your weekend and I hope that you enjoy working up this latest design! 💝
how can I print a copy of the afghan and sweater? I’d rather work off a paper copy than the tablet, it’s much easier for me.
Thanks for your interest in this little set!
The ad-free, PDF version will be available for purchase from my Etsy shop very soon 😊
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