Crochet Seamless Textured Shell Square Free Pattern

Crochet Seamless Textured Shell Square Pattern

Skill Level: Beginner

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight cotton yarn (approx. 200 yards)
• Size H (5.00 mm) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

• ch - chain
• dc - double crochet
• sl st - slip stitch
• sp - space

Instructions:

1. Foundation Row: Ch 5, join with a sl st to form a ring.
2. Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 11 dc in ring. Join with sl st to top of ch-3. (12 dc)
3. Round 2: Ch 3, dc in same st, *2 dc in next st; repeat from * around. Join with sl st. (24 dc)
4. Round 3: Ch 3, dc in same st, *2 dc in next st, dc in next st; repeat from * around. Join with sl st. (36 dc)
5. Round 4: Ch 3, dc in same st, *2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts; repeat from * around. Join with sl st. (48 dc)
6. Round 5: Ch 1, *(5 dc) in next st, skip 2 sts; repeat from * around. Join with sl st. (16 shell groups)
7. Round 6: Ch 1, *skip next 2 shells, (dc, ch 1, dc) in next sp; repeat from * around. Join with sl st.
8. Round 7: Ch 1, *(5 dc) in ch-1 space; repeat from * around. Join with sl st.
9. Round 8: Repeat Round 6.
10. Continue this pattern until the square reaches your desired size, adjusting the number of rounds as necessary.
11. Fasten off, weave in ends using the tapestry needle.

Finishing: You can join multiple squares together using slip stitch or whip stitch to create a larger project. Enjoy your seamless textured shell square!