Crochet Seashell Pillow: A Coastal Décor Delight

Detailed Recipe:

Materials Needed:

• Yarn in pastel colors: pink, blue, cream (DK or worsted weight)
• Crochet hook: size 4.0 mm
• Fiberfill for stuffing
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Instructions:

1. Base Shell Structure:

• Front Panel:
  • Start with cream yarn. Create a magic circle and work 12 double crochets (DC) into the circle.
  • In the next rows, increase evenly to form a half-circle (e.g., Row 2: 2 DC in each stitch, Row 3: 2 DC, 1 DC repeat).
  • Alternate yarn colors (e.g., pink, blue) for each row, working in scallop stitches (5 DC in one stitch, skip 2 stitches, repeat).
• Back Panel:
  • Repeat the same steps as the front panel but in a solid color (e.g., cream).

2. Shell Layering:

• For additional texture, create smaller scallop panels (half the size of the base) using the same scallop stitch technique in alternate colors.
• Attach these smaller panels to the front panel using slip stitches for a layered effect.

3. Assembly:

• Place the front and back panels together, wrong sides facing.
• Using cream yarn, single crochet (SC) around the edges to join, leaving a small opening for stuffing.
• Stuff the pillow with fiberfill to the desired firmness.
• Close the opening with SC or slip stitch.

4. Finishing Touches:

• Use the yarn needle to weave in any loose ends.
• Shape the pillow to enhance the seashell appearance.

Note: Here is a pattern suggestion for you to create your own pattern. The end result may vary.