How to Crochet Seashell Accessories

Need new accessories? This pattern is very versatile and can be used to make a range of accessories, including a headband, choker necklace, bracelet or belt. Each item can be adorned with dangling beads to improve the end result. To make an array of seashell accessories, simply follow these basic instructions:

• Sc = single crochet
• Dc = double crochet
• Fasten off = cut the thread leaving a long tail of thread to later be woven and hidden in between stitches

1. Measure the circumference of an area of the body where you would like to wear the accessory. Use a fabric tape measure as it bends easily. 
   
   
   • Keep in mind that bracelets can be worn at the upper arm, wrist or ankle, so measure the relevant portion of the body.
2. Crochet a series of chain stitches equivalent to the length of your measurement. Turn.
   
   
3. Sc in each chain stitch to create a long, solid border. Turn.
   
   
4. Sc in the first sc, * skip 2 sc, 5 dc in the next sc (seashell made), skip 2 sc, sc in the next sc. Repeat from * ending with a sc in the last sc. Turn.
   
   
5. Chain 4. * Sc in the second, third and fourth dc of the seashell, chain 3. Repeat from * ending with a chain one and dc in the last stitch. Turn.
   
   
6. Sc in each stitch of the previous row to create a long, solid border on the other side of the seashell. Fasten off.
   
   
7. Crochet two ties. Attach the crochet thread to the end of the accessory and chain 100 stitches. Fasten off.
   
   
8. Add dangling beads to one edge or both edges of an accessory, if desired. Stitch them by hand, onto the solid border, with a needle and matching thread.
   
   
9. Use the resulting accessory. Here are some suggested methods for wearing, depending on what you've crocheted:
   • Tie a choker necklace towards the front, back or side of your neck.
   • Tie a belt towards the front, back or side of your garment.
   • Tie a headband towards the front, back or side of your head. Fasten the headband into your hair with hairpins.

• Try an open seashell consisting of 2 dc, chain one, 2 dc.
• Tie in a bow or with a double knot. Crochet ties that are longer in length, if desired.
• Thread beads over the end of a tie. Make a knot at the end of the tie to hold them in place.
• Attach two or three ties at each end of an accessory. Tie in a double knot to form a tassel.

• Fabric tape measure
• Crochet thread size 10
• Crochet hook size 7
• Beads
• Needle
• Matching thread