Today’s theme is fun, vibrant and absolutely beautiful. You might think that clamshell stitch have something to do with crochet shells, but hey, surprise! They totally are not 😉 Whaaaat?
This stunning pattern is created with basic stitches and a little bit of trickery, such as cleverly placed spike stitches. It requires a little bit of time and effort to grasp, but once you know how to do it, you can make the loveliest accessories and blankets!
Curious? Great! Let’s dive in!
Fun and versatile
Clamshell Stitch is one of those techniques, that look great in many different projects. It creates moderately dense structure, which is perfect for blankets and throws. Alternating colors is an absolute must here, because otherwise clamshells will not be visible. If you don’t like rainbows, don’t fret! You can use two colors and be absolutely fine 🙂
Materials
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crochet roundup!
As per usual, I chose for you the most amazing crochet creations on the theme, so sit back and relax! Clamshell stitch is so tightly associated with Cherry Heart’s tutorial, that it’s hard to find anything that isn’t a version of her pattern. I’m so happy to show you fantastic creations by talented crocheters!
All of the projects presented below can be recreated by using Sandra’s Clamshell Stitch Tutorial or Clamshell Blanket pattern, so check out both links – they are provided at the beginning of this article.
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Sweet Pinks
Clamshell Blanket by DownGrapevineLane
Are you looking for a romantic color scheme, or something for a little baby girl? This fantastic baby blanket features the most amazing dusty pinks and greys, and delicate lacy edging is just a cherry on top. Crocheter behind the name of DownGrapevineLane did a great job, so take a look at the photos and get inspired.
- photos by DownGrapevineLane on ravelry.com
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Clamshell Blanket by BebeRouge
Bold pinks and turquoise go very well together, but we all know that edging is one of the most important finishing touches to any blanket. Be sure to choose a fitting one! Crocheter behind the name of BebeRouge decided to go with lace, and it’s a great choice. As you can see below, delicate shell pattern mimics the ebbs and flows of the clamshell pattern.
- photos by BebeRouge on ravelry.com
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Clamshell Stitch by TichTach
A little swatch is enough to showcase the beauty of clamshell stitch, so always start with one. TichTach introduced three shades of pink and broke it up with contrasting yellow and navy. As you can see below, this unexpected combination looks really good. Remember that the colorway you choose is crucial, so decide on your favorite hues and give it a go!
- photos by TichTach on ravelry.com
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Clamshell Blanket by natcustodio
Thick border made with basic crochet stitches features all the colors used in this project, so it fits perfectly. Clever, right? Scalloped edge looks great here, because it mimics the curves of clamshell pattern. Author of this blanket decided to break up the girly combo of pinks, whites and blues with earthy brown yarn color. See it below – it looks so interesting!
- photos by natcustodio on ravelry.com
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Clamshell Broken Ankle Recovery Blanket by soniams
This blanket by Sonia reminds me of juicy berries, or plums of different colors. Five colors that she chose created a lovely sequence, which is neither too busy, nor boring. Take a look below to see that she chose yet another color of yarn to make a border with, and it’s much darker than the rest of the blanket. You must admit that it works great!
- photos by soniams on ravelry.com
This blanket incorporates edging from Sandra CherryHeart’s free crochet pattern called Dolly Mixtures Blanket, which is available on cherryheart.co.uk and on ravelry.com.
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Moody Palettes
Clamshell Blanket Version by Madeleine Windsor
This elegant color palette has won me over, because it’s sophisticated, moody and very earthy. It reminds me of wet trees in the forest, squishy moss and blue sky peeking through the treetops. As you can see below, Madeleine finished it off with delicate beige edging that features lacy scalloped stitch.
- photos by madeleinewindsor on ravelry.com
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Beth’s Baby Blanket by runnergirl59
Shades of blue and yellow play together as nicely as sea waves play with the sun. You definitely should keep this combination in mind, because it looks great in many different versions. Here you can see that the stripes of yellow and blue are divided with grey and white – just as seafoam gathers between the waves of the sea.
- photos by runnergirl59 on ravelry.com
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Clamshell Stitch Pillow by Ebb Flow Handmade
Soothing colors of the sea and sand are perfect choice for an interesting home accessory, so be sure to give it a go. A pillow with lovely scalloped edge will bring a delicate summer breeze into your living room or bedroom, so make a bunch! Megan did a great job and you can see it up close in the photos below.
- photos by @ebbflow_handmade on Instagram: top, bottom
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Vibrant and Colorful
Clamshell Baby Blanket by lupa
As with many other blanket stitches, alternating rainbow colors with white works like magic. Lupa did just that and you can see the effect in the photos below – isn’t it the most cheerful of the bunch? In addition, author decided to add simple striped edging, which is a great choice for such a busy pattern.
- photos by lupa on ravelry.com
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Clamshell Stitch by Crafty CC
Do you have a lot of leftover yarn scraps? You can use them to make a fun colorful crochet item! Vibrant hues remind me of candy, so this palette will be perfect for a baby blanket. As per usual, crocheter behind Crafty CC delivers top-notch crochet piece. Take a look below to admire uniform stitches and bold color palette.
- photo by @crafty_cc on Instagram: top, bottom
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Clamshell Blanket by Crochet Shaz
Pastel rainbows are the best, right? This one is just stunning, and color flow makes me drool. As you can see, clamshells look delicate and sometimes almost invisible, but they create beautiful, subtle structure. See more of author’s projects on her Instagram page.
- photos by @crochetshaz on Instagram: top, bottom
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Scrap Blanket Ideas
Clamshell Blanket by PiaPoireChocolat
This beautiful blanket is a perfect example of using up scraps, because each clamshell row is made with a different color. In addition, it looks very bohemian! If you are a fan of this style, take inspiration from Pia’s piece shown in the photos.
- photos by PiaPoireChocolat on ravelry.com
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Clamshell Blanket by Irene Strange
Earthy tones work in nature, so you can use them in textile art as well! This amazing project uses greens, yellows and blues to create a breathtaking crochet landscape. Irene’s blanket uses many different colors of yarn, so it looks like it’s made with leftover yarn ends. It doesn’t have to be, but hey – doesn’t it look amazing?
- photos by Irene Strange on ravelry.com
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Lovely Contrasts
Clamshell Stitch Blanket by marchefka
Modern color scheme can take this pattern to a new level, so don’t be afraid to try it. Olga combined neutrals with bright yellow accent, which is a great idea if you are looking for a more contemporary approach. Below you can see how nice and even her stitches are – a sign of long hours of practice and effort.
- photos by @marchefka on Instagram (account suspended or removed)
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Clamshell Shawl by Sylwia Kawczyńska
*free crochet pattern*
Not a fan of blankets? That’s no problem, because here I’ve got a beautiful free shawl pattern, which uses clamshell stitch. Sylwia went for contrasts by choosing classic combination of yellow, black and neutrals. This color scheme very much enhances the pattern, making it a one-of-a-kind accessory – just take a look at it!
- photos by Sylwia Kawczyńska on ravelry.com
You can find this free pattern on Sylwia’s blog mycrochetory.com.
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