What is Shell edging?

Shell edging is a traditional heirloom technique that can be applied to finish the edge of a garment. It must be used on a lightweight fabric such as a batiste, lawn or voile. It has the advantage that it can be applied to the straight of grain, cross grain, or a curved edge which is on the bias as I did here.

What is Shell tuck?

Shell tucks. This is decorative tuck used for finishing baby's dresses and blouses. They are generally made with hand. Shell tucks create a delicate edge finish for both lightweight knits and woven fabrics. Tuck is stitched using small running stitches and the shells are marked with dots.

What does Shell mean in crochet?

crochet. The shell stitch is a stitch pattern in crochet that can be worked in a variety of different ways. In general, it refers to a pattern in which multiple stitches are worked into the same stitch from the row or round below to create the "shell" shape.

How many chains do you need for a shell blanket?

Once you know your gauge, you need to know how many chains to do for a blanket 20″ wide. So, you calculate 6 chains for each repeat and you want 10 repeats … 6 x 10 = 60 chains, PLUS 2 chains at the end = 62 chains needed to make a blanket that is 20″ wide. See, you can do this!

How much yarn is needed for a shell stitch blanket?

Approximately 1860 – 1862 yards (1701 – 1703 m) of Category 4 worsted weight yarn in 3 different colors (approximately 621 yds of each color).

Shell Stitch Edging

How do you crochet a shell and V stitch?

Work two double crochets in the first stitch. Make the first v-stitch shell of row 2 in the chain space on the first shell of row 1. Continue making shells in each chain space across the row. At the end of the row, work three double crochets in the turning chain from the previous row.

What is VST in crochet?

The double crochet V-stitch, also called a rope stitch, is made by crocheting DC, ch 1, DC into the same stitch, repeating across each row. Each row begins and ends with one DC stitch to create an even edge for the pattern.

What is garment tucks?

In sewing, a tuck is a fold or pleat in fabric that is sewn or fastened in place.

What are tucks made of?

Tucks are made by straight stitching a fold of fabric. Think of them as pleats whose folds actually get stitched together. Once sewn they are ironed and stay-stitched horizontally in a specific direction according to the design. Some of the most common tucks are pin tucks, dart tucks, blind tucks and spaced tucks.

What are blind tucks?

Technique: Blind Tucks. "Tucks are parallel folds pulled up from the surface of the fabric and held by stitching from one end of the fabric to the other. Blind tucks overlap each other covering the stitching and the intervals between them." ( Wolff, p.150, 151, 155)

What is corded tuck?

Corded or piped tucks. This type of tucks adds rich, quilted effect to fabrics. Edges to each tuck are marked with basting. The cord is enclosed in the tuck as shown in the figure and stitched slowly, taking care not to pick up the cord while stitching.

What is the best size for a crochet baby blanket?

The standard baby blanket size is 42″ x 52″ (107 x 132 cm). The term “baby blanket” also sometimes refers to a general category of baby-themed blankets. You can also crochet or knit baby blankets in a crib size, stroller size, receiving size and lovey size too.