Shell Shorts: Free Crochet Pattern
Here is my Shell Shorts free crochet pattern just in time for those hot summer days. It takes no time at all to whip up a pair for yourself or a friend. The Shell Shorts free crochet pattern calls for either cotton or acrylic yarn, whatever you prefer. These shorts make a great swim suit cover up. They also go really well with my Freya Bralette, which I have yet to add to my blog. One day soon I hope.
Hi everyone. I am so excited to share this new Shell Shorts free crochet pattern with you. The Shell Shorts free crochet pattern is beginner friendly and you will be surprised how easy it is. I used white cotton for the ones in these pictures. Cotton is great for summer makes and a little cooler to wear.
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Description of my Shell Shorts Free Crochet Pattern:
The Shell Shorts are created in the round from the top down until you get to the crotch and then you have to work one leg at a time. The instructions are clearly written and so far all those trying this pattern have had no problems.
These Shell Shorts use only the double crochet stitch for the body of the shorts and are super beginner friendly. The only sewing is when you join the crotch area with one short seam.
Something fun about these shorts is the shell trim around the leg with adds a special feel to them. It is really easy to do and you will want to use this trim in other projects you try.
There is a chained crochet belt that is woven around the waist so you can tighten it for the perfect fit.
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The Inspiration behind The Shell Shorts Free Crochet Pattern.
I live on a beautiful small island in the Southern Gulf Islands and we have lots of bays and beaches. It is a very laid back community and these shorts were just asking to be made. I thought they would be fun to have at the market and sure enough they were a real conversation starter, especially with those around my age who remember the days when these were first popular. And then they were exciting for those looking for fun summer clothes and also lovers of slow fashion. We also had a summer music festival on the island so they were perfect for all the music lovers. No festival this year due to the COVID 19.
When I put a call out for models for my crochet clothes, I was blessed to have these three island girls come out to beautiful Georgina Point where the light house is and we had a lot of fun taking shots of all my garments in this gorgeous setting.
I had to share this pic of them all together and with the ferry going by in the background. They are all wearing a pair of my shorts. 🙂
These Shell Shorts would pair up beautifully with any of my bralettes. The Ivory Lace Bralette pattern and the Earth Mother Bralette would both work so well with these cute beach shorts.
Also if you love crochet shorts you should be sure to check out my Bella B Shorts. You will be sure to love them too.
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The Shell Shorts
Free crochet pattern.
Pattern by Pam Carr ©2018
Introducing the “Shell Shorts” Pattern by Carroway Crochet. I have used 100% white cotton.
The Shell shorts are made as a swim suit cover up, or fun summer shorts. Perfect for festival outfits as well.
The Shell Shorts pattern is simple to make, and so on trend. You can make it with your choice of worsted weight yarn, either acrylic or cotton, just look for the number (4) on the yarn label.
It is a beginner shorts pattern and is simple and easy to follow. It uses the Double Crochet stitch with a simple shell edging. There are videos on youtube to help you learn the stitch if needed. You are also more than welcome to contact me with any questions you have about the instructions.
Supplies you will need:
Yarn: This pattern uses any worsted weight yarn, (4)
You will need 1 skein.
Hook: J/10 – 5.75.00 mm,
Notions: Scissors, Yarn needle.
Gauge:
With an J/5.75mm hook
10 dc stitches = 4”
10 6 rows = 4”
Size: Extra Small/Small: 29” waist, 36” hip
Medium: 32” waist, 40” hip
Large: 34.5” waist, 44” hip
Extra Large: 36” waist, 46” hip
Abbreviations (uses US terms)
st or sts – stitch or stitches
ch – chain stitch
dc – double crochet
rnd(s) – round(s)
This pattern is uses US terminology. The US and UK crochet terms are different, but they use the same terms to describe different stitches. Here is a simple conversion chart for anyone in the UK.
| US
double crochet (dc) |
UK
Treble (tr) |
The Shell Shorts Pattern
Instructions:
These shorts are worked in the round.
Please note that the Ch 2 worked at the beginning of a round does not count as a stitch.
Do not turn at the end of each Round
The numbers in Brackets are for the larger sizes, XS/S(M,L,XL)
Note:
To avoid a slanted seam at the back I do my ch2 to start the new row and then put my first DC in the same stitch I slip stitched into, at the base of the ch2. Then when I sl st to join at the end of the row, I sl st into the top of this DC st.
I have posted a video on youtube to show how this is done.
Chain 75(83,91,95)
Form a ring by slipping first and last chains together (careful not to twist)
Round 1: ch 2. dc into each stitch around, join to the top of ch2 with a sl st, 75(83,91,95)
Repeat Round 1 for rounds 2-10 (12, 14,16)
To form crotch foundation:
Ch 12 (14,15,16)
Count around 37(41,45,47) dc stitches and sl st the end of the Ch 12 (14,15,16) into top of the 37th (41st,45th,47th) dc on opposite side, ch 2
Now you begin the first leg
Round 11: (13, 15,17) dc around until you come to the ch12 (14,15,16), dc across the ch12 (14,15,16), join to the top of ch2 with a sl st, (49, 56, 60, 63)
Round 12: (14, 16,18): ch2, dc around, join to the top of ch2 with a sl st, (49, 56, 60, 63)
Round 13: (15, 17,19): ch2, dc around, join to the top of ch2 with a sl st, (49, 56, 60, 63)
Shell Trim.
Round 14: (16, 18,20): Ch1, *Skip the next 2 stitches, (dc, ch1, dc, ch1, dc, ch1, dc, ch1, dc) into the third st, skip two stitches and sl st into the third st,* repeat from * to * to end, sl st into beginning ch to finish row.
Cut yarn
Reattach yarn directly across the crotch from where you cut the yarn .
Ch 12 (14,15,16) to form crotch for the other leg, attach to opposite side with a sl st.
Ch2
You are now working on the second leg
Round 11: (13, 15,17) dc around until you come to the ch12 (14,15,16), dc across the ch12 (14,15,16) join to the top of ch2 with a sl st, (49, 56, 60, 63)
Round 12: (14, 16,18): ch2, dc around, join to the top of ch2 with a sl st, (49, 56, 60, 63)
Round 13: (15, 17,19): ch2, dc around, join to the top of ch2 with a sl st, (49, 56, 60, 63)
Shell Trim.
Round 14: (16, 18,20): Ch1, *Skip the next 2 stitches, (dc, ch1, dc, ch1, dc, ch1, dc, ch1, dc) into the third st, skip two stitches and sl st into the third st,* repeat from * to * to end, sl st into beginning ch to finish row.
Crotch Area
Attach yarn to the inside edge of crotch area, ch 2, dc down the Ch 12 (14,15,16). Sl st across to other Ch 12 (14,15,16), ch2, and dc down this chain, sl st across to where you attached the yarn to complete the crotch.
Cut of yarn leaving a long enough tail to sew the centre crotch seam.
Whip stitch the centre crotch seam together with the right sides facing each other.
Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.
Belt:
Ch, 140 for small, medium, ch150 for large, ch160 for extra large
Sl st down the chain to create a more substantial belt.
For an even wider belt you can single crochet down the chain.
You are now the owner of a fun and funky pair of Shell Shorts. I hope the sun shines on you as you enjoy the waves and beaches.
PS: To make your shorts longer you may add more double crochet rows to the legs. To make the shorts higher in the waist add extra rows before starting on the legs.
If you have any questions or need help with the pattern, please email me at carrowaycrochet@outlook.com, Iʼll be glad to help you.
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