Waffled Shell Stitch Blanket Crochet Pattern

Create a beautifully textured blanket with this easy crochet pattern featuring an eye-catching waffled shell stitch. The clever combination of shell stitches and pleats produces a richly dimensional fabric that is soft, cosy, and perfect for blankets, throws, or even scarves.

Designed to be adaptable, this pattern can be worked with a variety of yarn weights and hook sizes, allowing you to customise the finished size to suit your project. Whether you're making a baby blanket, lap throw, or full-sized blanket, this relaxing repeat creates a stunning finished piece with impressive texture.

Written in standard American crochet terms, the pattern also includes stitch instructions for the unique shell and pleat techniques.

Pattern Features

Easy skill level
Written in US crochet terminology
Creates a beautifully textured waffle-style fabric
Suitable for blankets, throws, and scarves
Easily adjustable to any size
Uses simple stitch repeats
Includes instructions for special stitches
Stitch demonstration video available from the designer upon request

Skill Level

Easy

Finished Size

The pattern can be made to any desired size.

Sample blanket shown measures approximately:

Width	Length
76 cm	91 cm

Yarn Requirements

Yarn Weight	Approximate Yarn Required	Hook Size
Fingering Weight	2,400 metres	5.0 mm (H)
DK / Light Worsted	2,150 metres	6.5 mm (K)

Use the yarn and hook combination that best suits your desired blanket size and drape.

Perfect For

Baby blankets
Lap blankets
Throw blankets
Bed runners
Cosy scarves
Thoughtful handmade gifts
Relaxing crochet projects

The richly textured stitch pattern creates excellent warmth while maintaining a lovely drape, making it suitable for a wide range of projects throughout the year.

Designer: Lisa van Klaveren – Holland Designs Crochet

Crochet Patterns

Waffled Shell Stitch Blanket Crochet Pattern (HDP219)