Openwork

Picot shell stitch

This crochet stitch pattern features picot-edged shells, creating an openwork and textured fabric. Sweet and charming, it evokes a sense of softness and coziness.

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Ideal for baby blankets, garments, accessories, and more, this design is suitable for a variety of projects. In our crochet library, you’ll also find a square motif featuring this stitch, providing additional creative options.

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Stitch Gallery

In the image gallery below, you'll find various color combinations for this crochet stitch 🧶

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Instructions & chart

Here, you will find the chart and step-by-step instructions for the Picot shell stitch 🌸

Picot shell stitch

Instructions

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Picot shell stitch

Chart

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Openwork shells stitch

This crochet shell stitch combines picots and post stitches to create a textured, openwork fabric with small eyelets. Versatile and beginner-friendly, it’s suitable for full projects or individual elements like sweater sleeves and collars 🌸