How to Surface Crochet - Chain Embroidery and Slip Stitch Crochet
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Surface Crochet

Surface crochet is a great way to add some interesting detail to your crochet work. It is very similar to the technique known in sewing as chain embroidery. It can also be considered slip stitch crochet. […]

Crochet Wavy Shell Stitch Border Edging
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Wavy Shell Stitch Border Edging

Here’s a nice 3D wavy shell stitch border edging. This crochet pattern works great on the edge of baby blankets, afghans, shawls, scarves, and more. It is created by making a shell stitch on top of a solid double crochet border. The shells form a 3D wave or ripple effect. […]

Basic Shell Stitch from Stitchorama Collection
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Basic Shell Stitch

Here’s a crochet stitch that produces a nice shell stitch. It’s a relatively basic stitch that works nice for a blanket, scarf, shawl, and more. There is a nice lace effect formed by V stitches on one row, with the shells or fans above on the next row. […]