Looking for an easy, no-fuss crochet project? The Shell Stitch Square Blanket is a beautiful, beginner-friendly crochet pattern perfect for cozying up your home or gifting to loved ones.

This pattern uses simple stitches (chains, single crochet, and Shell stitches) to create a stunning square design that naturally forms a delicate scalloped edge — no additional border required! The alternating rounds of airy chains and textured Shells give this blanket a light, breezy feel, perfect for any season.

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Techniques Used: Chains, single crochet, Shell stitch (detailed instructions included)
Pattern Features:
✔️ No sewing or complicated assembly
✔️ Increases built into the round for easy expansion
✔️ Clear, easy-to-follow instructions
✔️ Beautiful finished edge — no border needed!

This is an easy level crochet pattern.

☑ Instant download PDF file for GRAND ARCHES crochet blanket pattern.
☑ Skill level: Advanced beginner, with experience reading patterns.
☑ Size: 75 x 75 cm // 29.5 X 29.5 inches. This pattern is written in one size, but you could make it bigger by adding extra rounds.
☑ Language: American terms; written in English.
☑ The pattern includes lots of pictures and a full video tutorial to follow along will be available soon.
☑ You could use any yarn from your stash and play with unusual colour combinations and different weight yarns. Please, bear in mind that if you use more than two colours you will have ends to weave in.

Here’s what you will need:

Any DK yarn (I used Baby Twinkle DK Print by James C. Brett
66 % Acrylic, 29% Polyamide, 5% Polyester; 100 gr= 270 m)
Citrus Sorbet (BTP37) - color A - 3 balls.

I’ve also made a 2nd sample using Hobbii Acaccia Prints and I’ve also used 3 balls of yarn.