So Easy, So Beautiful!๐ธ๐ Must Try Crochet Stitch for Beginners!
This pattern creates a soft lace ripple texture and is perfect for baby blankets, shawls, scarves, and tops.
๐งถ Materials
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Any soft yarn (cotton, acrylic, baby yarn recommended)
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Crochet hook suitable for yarn (usually 3.0 mm – 5.0 mm)
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Scissors & needle
๐ชก Stitch Terms (US Crochet)
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet |
| dc | double crochet |
| sk | skip |
| st | stitch |
✅ Foundation Multiple
Chain in multiples of 4 + 3 extra.
Example for baby blanket width:
๐ท Step-by-Step Crochet Instructions
Foundation Row
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Start with multiples of 4 + 3 chains.
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Insert hook into 3rd chain from hook and dc.
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dc into each chain across.
Turn.
This gives a solid base.
Row 1 – Shell + Mesh Pattern
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ch 3 (counts as dc)
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dc in next st.
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sk 2 sts, in next st work: 5 dc (shell)
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sk 2 sts, dc in next 2 sts
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Repeat steps 3–4 across the row.
Turn.
Pattern looks like:
Row 2 – Shells Stack Between Shells
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ch 3 (counts as dc)
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dc in next dc
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In center stitch of the 5-dc shell from previous row, work: 5 dc
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dc in next 2 dc
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Repeat across.
Turn.
This keeps shells stacked neatly.
Row 3 and On (Repeat Row 2)
Continue repeating Row 2 until desired length.
The stitch begins to show soft tulip-like shell waves.
๐ Pattern Repeat Summary
๐ For Baby Blanket
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Start chain: 103–123 depending width
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Repeat rows until length = 85–95 cm
๐ For Shawl / Wrap
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Start chain shorter: ~63–83 chains
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Work longer rows to desired length
๐ธ Tips for Best Results
| Effect | How to Achieve It |
|---|---|
| Softer and drapier | Use larger hook than yarn label suggests |
| Thicker & warmer | Use plush baby yarn (size 4) |
| Airy lace look | Use cotton or bamboo |
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