Hey there, crochet enthusiasts! Ready to add some fancy flair to your projects? Let's dive into the world of 2 Double Crochet, Chain 1, 2 Double Crochet Shell - or as the cool kids call it, "2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc shell" or simply "V-stitch shell."
This stitch is like the party trick of crochet. Imagine two double crochets standing tall, taking a quick breather with a chain, and then two more double crochets joining the fun. It's like a tiny crochet dance party in every stitch!
Why bother with this jazzy little number? Well, it's perfect for adding elegant scallops to edges, creating beautiful lacy patterns, or just spicing up a plain project. It's the crochet equivalent of adding a bow tie to a t-shirt - instantly fancy!
Don't worry if it sounds like a tongue twister - we've got your back with step-by-step instructions and images so clear, you'll feel like you're wearing crochet glasses. And for our visual learners, we've thrown in a video tutorial that'll have you shell-ing like a pro in no time.
So grab your hook, and let's get ready to shell-ebrate with this awesome stitch!
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Shell Stitch Video Tutorial
Materials Needed
- Yarn: The recommended is 5 mm yarn. The reason why we chose this thick yarn is to make teaching easier. For beginners practicing, thicker yarn is also recommended.
- Hook: To match 5 mm yarn, a 6 mm hook is the best pairing.
Preparation
Step 1. Begin with a slip knot on your hook.
Step 2. Chain the desired number of stitches for your project.
Step 3. Chain 2 more. This does not count as your first double crochet.
How to 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc shell Stitch – Step by Step for Beginners
Step 1. Yarn over, insert the hook into stitch.
Step 2. Yarn over and pull up a loop. You now have 3 loops on your hook.
Step 3. Yarn over and pull through the first 2 loops. You now have 2 loops on your hook.
Step 4. Yarn over again and pull through both loops. You've completed one double crochet.
Step 5. In the same stitch, make another double crochet.
Step 6. Chain 1.
Step 7. In the same stitch, make two more double crochet.
More Beginner Crochet Stitch Tutorials
Dive deeper into crochet with these fundamental stitches. Each tutorial will help you expand your skills and create more diverse projects.
- Chain (ch)
- Slip Stitch (sl st)
- Half Double Crochet (hdc)
- Double Treble Crochet (dtr)
- Tunisian Crochet (tc)
