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How to Do the Crazy Shell Aka Brick
From your Crochet Guide
The crazy shell is a popular stitch for crocheting afghans.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Time Required:
15 minutes to learn technique
Here's How:
- Make a foundation chain
(any multiple of 4) plus 3 extra chains to turn.
- Row 1: Work 3 double crochet in the 4th chain from the
hook, * skip 3 chains, 1 single crochet in the next chain, chain 3,
3 double crochet in the same chain. Repeat from * across row, and end with
1 single crochet.
- Row 2: Chain 3 and turn, 3 double crochet in the
single crochet of previous row, * 1 single crochet in the space made by
the chain 3 of previous row, chain 3 and 3 double crochet in same place.
Repeat from * across row and end with 1 single crochet in last chain 3
of previous row.
- Repeat row 2 for each row until you reach the length desired.
Tips:
- Some interesting color patterns emerge with this
stitch when you alternate colors
every row, every other row and so forth.
Related Information:
More How To's from your Guide to Crochet
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