CrochetKim.com: Learn the Open Lace Shell crochet stitch
Author: Kim Guzman
Stitch Multiple
Chain any multiple of 10 and then add 12
Materials
Intended to work with any size yarn or thread. Adjust hook size as necessary for your desired project and preferences.
Instructions
Row 1: Sk 1 ch, sc in next ch, *ch 5, sk 4 ch, sc in next ch, rep from * across, turn.
Row 2 (RS): Ch 5, sc in first ch-5 sp, *5 dc in next sc, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp, rep from * to sc before last ch-5 sp, 5 dc in next sc, sc in last ch-5 sp, ch 2, dc in last sc, turn
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first dc, *ch 5, sc in center dc of 5-dc group, ch 5, sc in ch-5 sp, rep from * to last 5-dc group, ch 5, sc in center dc of 5-dc group, ch 5, sc in sp of beg ch 5, turn.
Row 4: Ch 3, 2 dc in first sc, sc in ch-5 sp, *ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp, 5 dc in sc, sc in next ch-5 sp, rep from * to last ch-5 sp, ch 5, sc in last ch-5 sp, 3 dc in last sc, turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in first dc, *ch 5, sc in ch-5 sp, ch 5, sc in center dc of 5-dc group, rep from * to last ch-5 sp, ch 5, sc in last ch-5 sp, ch 5, sc in top of beg ch 3, turn.
Rep rows 2-5 throughout.
Pattern Notes
Difficulty Level: EasySampleMade in Red Heart Baby Hugs Light, color Teddy, crochet hook size H-8. (5mm).Suggested UsesCowl, Poncho, Scarf, Wrap, Shawl, Curtain, Wedding Veil