Shell Stitch Crochet Patterns

Shell stitches are an easy way to add some texture and interest to any crochet project. This type of crochet stitch is made by working 3 or more stitches into the same space (or a chain & stitch) to create a fan or shell look. This type of stitch is a very beginner-friendly technique, and the finished product looks much more complicated than it was really to make.

Free Crochet Patterns using the Shell Stitch Stitch

These free crochet patterns were all created using various yarn types, brands and hook sizes... but all use the Shell Stitch crochet stitch.

  • Rose Lace Headband

    Rose Lace Headband

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
    • Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Shell Stitch, Single Crochet, Single Crochet Two Together,
    • Color: White,
  • Vintage Star Table Runner

    Vintage Star Table Runner

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Patons,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
    • Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Shell Stitch, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
    • Color: Brown,
  • Floral Bloom Crochet Blanket

    Floral Bloom Crochet Blanket

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
    • Yarn Name: Brava Sport,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
    • Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
    • Stitches: Bobble, Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Back Loop, Puff, Shell Stitch, Single Crochet, Single Crochet Back Loop, Slip Stitch,
    • Color: Green, Pink, Yellow,
  • Skybound Sampler Blanket

    Skybound Sampler Blanket

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Knit Picks,
    • Yarn Name: Wool of the Andes Worsted,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6), 4.5 mm (7), 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Bobble, Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Back Loop, Shell Stitch, Single Crochet, Triple Crochet,
    • Color: Blue, Neutral, Orange, White,
  • Positano Crochet Mesh Shrug

    Positano Crochet Mesh Shrug

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Shell Stitch,
    • Color: Orange,
  • Lace Crochet Summer Top

    Lace Crochet Summer Top

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
    • Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6), 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Shell Stitch,
    • Color: Blue,
  • Anette Bookmark

    Anette Bookmark

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Yarn Brand: Hobbii,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 1 – Super Fine,
    • Hook Size: 3.25 mm (D-3),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Shell Stitch, Slip Stitch,
    • Color: Green, Red, White,
  • Kid’s Crochet Crown

    Kid’s Crochet Crown

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
    • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
    • Stitches: Shell Stitch, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Yellow,
  • Crochet Farmer’s Market Bag

    Crochet Farmer’s Market Bag

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: 24/7 Cotton,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
    • Stitches: Shell Stitch, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
    • Color: Orange,
  • Crochet Infinity Scarf

    Crochet Infinity Scarf

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Shell Stitch, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Gray, Variegated, White,
  • Pink Bubbles Baby Blanket Pattern

    Pink Bubbles Baby Blanket Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
    • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
    • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
    • Stitches: Shell Stitch,
    • Color: Pink,
  • Shell Stitch Baby Blanket

    Shell Stitch Baby Blanket

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
    • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
    • Yarn Name: Coboo Yarn,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
    • Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Shell Stitch, Single Crochet,
    • Color: Neutral,
  • Free Simple Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Free Simple Crochet Blanket Pattern

    Free Crochet Pattern
    • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
    • Yarn Brand: Loops and Threads,
    • Yarn Name: Impeccable,
    • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
    • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
    • Stitches: Double Crochet, Shell Stitch,
    • Color: Pink,