The Crochet Marshmallow Shell Stitch is a delightful choice for crocheters looking for a pattern that combines simplicity with an appealing texture. Perfect for blankets, scarves, or hats, this stitch adds a special touch to any project. It's straightforward enough for novices but also engaging for those with more experience. So grab your hook and yarn and let's start a new project with this charming stitch.
Crochet Marshmallow Shell Stitch
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: The tutorial uses Signet Bulkian Chunky yarn, but you can choose any yarn suitable for your project.
- Hook: A 6mm crochet hook is used in the tutorial. Adjust the hook size according to your yarn's recommendation and desired fabric density.
Pattern Overview:
- Chain Length: Multiples of 4 + 1
- This stitch pattern is worked over two rows that are repeated for the length of the project.
Starting Chain:
- Begin with a slip knot.
- Chain a length that is a multiple of 4, then add 1 more chain (e.g., 4 * 5 = 20 + 1 = 21 chains).
Row 1 (Setup Row):
- Place a double crochet (DC) in the sixth chain from the hook.
- Chain 2, then another DC into the same chain—this creates a V-stitch.
- Skip 3 chains. In the fourth chain, work another V-stitch (1 DC, chain 2, 1 DC).
- Repeat the skip and V-stitch sequence across the row.
- After your last V-stitch, skip 2 chains, and place a DC in the final chain.
- Turn your work to begin the next row.
Row 2:
- Chain 3 (counts as your first DC here and throughout).
- Work a front post double crochet (FPDC) around the first DC of the previous row's V-stitch.
- In the chain-2 space of the V-stitch, work 3 DCs, chain 1, and 3 more DCs (creating a fan).
- Front post double crochet two together (FPDC2tog) over the next two DC posts (one from the current V-stitch and one from the next).
- Repeat the fan pattern in each chain-2 space and FPDC2tog across the row, ending with a fan in the last chain-2 space.
- Work a FPDC around the last DC post of the previous row.
- Finish with a DC on top of the turning chain.
- Turn your work.
For Row 3:
- Chain 3 (as your first DC).
- V-stitch in the chain-1 space of each fan across the row (DC, chain 2, DC in each chain-1 space).
- End with a DC on top of the turning chain.
Repeat Pattern:
- Repeat Rows 2 and 3 for the pattern. Row 2 creates the textured, marshmallow effect with fans and connecting FPDC2tog stitches. Row 3 sets up the spacing for these stitches in the next row.
Additional Notes:
- Experiment with different hook sizes and yarn weights to adjust the texture and density of your fabric.
- This pattern creates a dense, textured fabric with a 3D appearance, suitable for a variety of projects.
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