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Ombre Shell in the Round Blanket: A Quick, Easy & Beautiful Make

Ombre Shells


If you’re looking for a quick, easy, and visually stunning crochet project, the Ombre Shell in the Round Blanket might be your new favorite. This project has all the soothing rhythm of a granny square with an extra elegant twist thanks to the ombre effect—and it’s beginner-friendly to boot!

Why I Love This Blanket

This blanket was such a joy to make. I used Red Heart Super Saver Ombre in Deep Teal, and I was amazed at how effortlessly the colors shifted across the project. It created this dreamy gradient that made the shell stitch pattern really shine.

This pattern is based on a technique I learned from Play Hooky With Me on YouTube. I’ll link her tutorial video below—she’s using multiple colors, but the ombre yarn simplifies the process beautifully. It takes the guesswork out of color changes so you can just relax and enjoy crocheting.

🎥 Watch the Shell in the Round Technique by Play Hooky With Me

Pattern Overview

This blanket is constructed using a technique called Shell in the Round, which builds out from a center point, similar to a granny square. The largest chain count you'll use is five chains, and your shells are simply groups of seven double crochets. This pattern is only a two row repeat. It’s repetitive in the best way—easy to memorize and ideal for zoning out while watching TV or listening to a podcast.

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A Note on Mistakes (and Why They’re Totally Okay)

Like most of my projects, this one has a few tiny flaws—but you know what? You can't even find them unless you're really hunting. I missed a couple of joins in the corners where two chain spaces should’ve met to form a “V” for my next shell. When that happened, I just made the shell in the nearest chain space, and honestly, you’d never know. It’s a good reminder that crochet doesn’t have to be perfect to be beautiful.

Why This Makes a Great Gift

This blanket is destined to be a gift, and one reason I chose Red Heart Super Saver Ombre is because it's incredibly durable. It can go straight into the washing machine (I recommend laying flat to dry), so it’s practical and pretty. That’s a win-win for handmade gifting!

Final Thoughts

If you’re ready to try something a little different but still relaxing and meditative, this Shell in the Round Ombre Blanket is a great choice. It’s beautiful, beginner-friendly, and easy to customize in any color to match your vibe or decor.

So grab your yarn, find a comfy spot, and give this pattern a try. I’d love to see what you create!

Info On Ombre Yarn

I made this exact same blanket in Caron Jumbo Ombre in the color Sephia and loved it! I have an old video on my YouTube channel where I compare the differences in ombre yarns. Watch it HERE! That Sephia shells blanket was recently was recently featured in the video below.


P.S. Don’t forget to check out Play Hooky With Me's video tutorial for the technique! And if yarn chats are your thing, hit that subscribe to my YouTube channel so we can keep talking about yarn, hauls, tutorials, and all things cozy and creative. 


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