🧶 Materials

• Cotton yarn or acrylic yarn
• Crochet hook 3.5–5 mm
• Scissors
• Yarn needle

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✨ Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• tr = treble crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• sp = space
• rep = repeat

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📏 Foundation Chain

Chain a multiple of:

10 + 3 chains

Examples:

• 33 chains
• 43 chains
• 53 chains
• 63 chains

Add additional repeats for wider projects.

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✨ ROW 1 – Foundation Row

1. Work 1 dc into 4th chain from hook.
2. Work 1 dc into every chain across.
3. Turn.

✔ Creates a solid base row.

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✨ ROW 2 – First Open Lace Row

1. Ch 3.
2. Skip 2 stitches.
3. Into next stitch work:

• dc
• ch 2
• dc

4. Skip 2 stitches.
5. Repeat across.
6. Finish with dc in last stitch.
7. Turn.

✔ V-shaped lace openings appear.

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✨ ROW 3 – Shell Row

1. Ch 1.
2. Work sc into first stitch.
3. Into each ch-2 space work:

• 5 dc

4. Between shell groups work:

• sc

5. Repeat across.
6. Turn.

✔ Decorative fan shells appear.

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✨ ROW 4 – Lace Reconstruction

1. Ch 3.
2. Work into center of shell:

• dc
• ch 2
• dc

3. Repeat across.
4. Finish with dc.
5. Turn.

✔ New V-spaces form above shells.

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✨ ROW 5 – Extended Shell Row

1. Ch 1.
2. Sc into first stitch.
3. Into each V-space work:

• 7 dc

4. Between shell groups:

• sc

5. Repeat across.
6. Turn.

✔ Larger decorative shell fans appear.

The increase from 5 dc to 7 dc creates more texture and visual depth.

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✨ ROW 6 – Chain Arch Row

1. Ch 4.
2. Sc into center of shell.
3. Ch 4.
4. Sc into center of next shell.
5. Repeat across.
6. Turn.

✔ Large lace arches form.

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✨ ROW 7 – Decorative Arch Fill

Into each chain arch work:

• 5 dc
• ch 2
• 5 dc

Repeat across.

Turn.

✔ Rich decorative lace sections appear.

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✨ ROW 8 – Textured Transition Row

1. Ch 3.
2. Dc across decorative groups.
3. Place:

• ch 1

between groups.

4. Repeat across.

Turn.

✔ Creates structure before the next pattern section.

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✨ ROW 9 – V-Stitch Texture

Into each open space work:

• dc
• ch 1
• dc

Repeat across.

Turn.

✔ Elegant lace texture returns.

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✨ ROW 10 – Decorative Finish Row

Into each V-space work:

• 5 dc

Between groups:

• sc

Repeat across.

Turn.

✔ Completes the 10-row stitch sequence.

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🔁 MAIN PATTERN REPEAT

Repeat:

Rows 1–10 continuously

OR

Repeat:

Rows 2–10

depending on project size.

The decorative stitch pattern becomes increasingly visible after the second repeat.

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🌼 Optional Textured Version

For additional dimension:

Replace selected dc groups with:

Puff Stitch

Yarn over, pull up loop multiple times.

OR

Popcorn Stitch

Work 5 dc in same stitch, remove hook, close popcorn.

This creates raised floral texture.

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✨ Border Option

Simple Border

Work:

• sc evenly around project

Join.

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Lace Border

Repeat:

• sc
• ch 3
• sl st in same stitch

Skip 2 stitches.

Repeat around.

✔ Creates delicate picot edging.

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👚 Blouse Construction

For a blouse:

Front Panel

Work rectangle to desired width and length.

Back Panel

Create matching rectangle.

Sleeves

Create two smaller rectangles.

Join:

• shoulders
• sides

Leave arm openings.

Add border around neckline and sleeves.

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🧣 Shawl Construction

For a shawl:

Continue repeating rows until desired width.

Recommended:

• 8–12 pattern repeats for medium shawl
• 14–18 repeats for large shawl

Add decorative border around all edges.

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✂️ Finishing

1. Cut yarn.
2. Pull through.
3. Weave in ends.
4. Block gently.

Blocking helps lace sections open beautifully and improves drape.

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💡 Helpful Tips

• Keep chain stitches loose.
• Count shell groups every row.
• Use stitch markers at row ends.
• Work shells into spaces rather than individual stitches.
• Cotton yarn highlights stitch definition especially well.

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🌿 Perfect For

This stitch pattern is beautiful for:

• Shawls
• Blouses
• Scarves
• Cardigans
• Table runners
• Baby blankets
• Cushion covers
• Decorative home projects

The combination of shell rows and lace rows creates a fabric that is lightweight, elegant, and suitable for many crochet designs.

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❤️ Beginner Notes

Although the pattern looks intricate, it is built from repeating combinations of:

• chain stitches
• single crochet
• double crochet
• shell stitches
• V-stitches

After completing the first 10-row sequence, the stitch pattern becomes much easier to recognize and repeat, making it a relaxing project for both beginners and experienced crocheters.

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