Ready to add some flair to your crochet projects? Let's dive into the wonderful world of the 5 Double Crochet Shell stitch! This eye-catching technique is like giving your crochet a fancy makeover, creating beautiful scalloped edges and textured patterns that'll make your projects stand out.
The 5 Double Crochet Shell, often abbreviated as "5-dc shell" in patterns, is exactly what it sounds like – a group of five double crochet stitches all worked into the same stitch or space. It's like creating a little fan or seashell shape in your work, hence the name "shell stitch."
Why go for the 5 Double Crochet Shell? Well, it's a fantastic way to add elegance and dimension to your creations. Whether you're jazzing up the edge of a blanket, creating a pretty pattern on a shawl, or adding some texture to a garment, this stitch brings a touch of sophistication to your work. Plus, it's surprisingly easy to do once you get the hang of it, and it works up quickly – perfect for when you want to add some wow factor without spending ages on complicated stitches.
Stick around for our video tutorial and step-by-step guide. We'll show you how to create these lovely shells and incorporate them into your projects. Get ready to shell-ebrate your crochet with this beautiful stitch!
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5 Double Crochet Shell Stitch Symbol
5 Double Crochet 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 by making a slip knot on your hook.
Step 2. Chain the desired number of stitches for your project, plus 2 more for turning.
How to 5-dc shell Stitch – Step by Step for Beginners
Step 1. Yarn over, insert your hook into the third chain from the hook.
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 and pull through the remaining 2 loops. You've completed your first double crochet.
Step 5. Now, without moving to the next stitch, we'll make 4 more double crochets in the same stitch.
Wonderful! We've now completed 5 double crochet stitches in one stitch.
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