Shell-Motif Napkin

PATTERN NOTES

Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Make 3 cream Shells and 2 linen Shells for swag. Join with slip stitch as indicated unless otherwise stated. Chain-2 at beginning of round counts as first half double crochet unless otherwise stated. Chain-4 at beginning of round counts as first double crochet and chain-1 unless otherwise stated. Chain-3 at beginning of round counts as first double crochet unless otherwise stated.

SHELL

Row 1 (RS): Ch 4, join (see Pattern Notes) to form a ring, ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), hdc in ring, ch 1, 5 dc in ring, ch 1, 2 hdc in ring, turn. (5 dc, 4 hdc, 2 ch-1 sps)

Row 2: Ch 2, hdc in same st as beg ch-2, 2 dc in next hdc, ch 1, [dc in next dc, ch 1] 5 times, 2 dc in next hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc, turn. (9 dc, 4 hdc, 6 ch-1 sps)

Row 3: Sl st in each of first 6 sts (2 hdc, 2 dc, ch-1 and next dc), ch 4 (see Pattern Notes), dc in same dc as ch-4, [ch 1, dc in next dc] 3 times, ch 1, (dc, ch 1, dc) in next dc, leaving rem sts unworked, turn. (7 dc, 6 ch-1 sps) Row 4: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), dc in same st as ch-3, ch 1, 2 dc in next dc, [ch 1, 2 tr in next dc] 3 times, ch 1, 2 dc in next dc, ch 1, sk next ch, 2 dc in 3rd ch of ch-4, turn. (6 tr, 8 dc, 6 ch-1 sps)

Row 5: Ch 2, hdc in next dc, ch 1, dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 1, dc in next tr, 2 dc in next tr, ch 1, dc in next 2 tr, ch 1, 2 dc in next tr, dc in next tr, ch 1, dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 1, hdc in each of next 2 dc, turn. (12 dc, 4 hdc, 6 ch-1 sps)

Row 6: Ch 2, hdc in next hdc, ch 1, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc, ch 1, tr in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, [2 tr in next dc] twice, ch 1, tr in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next dc, ch 1, hdc in each of next 2 hdc, turn. (10 tr, 6 dc, 4 hdc, 6 ch-1 sps)

Row 7: Ch 2, hdc in next hdc, ch 1, dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, dc in next tr, 2 dc in next tr, dc in next tr, ch 1, dc in each of next 4 tr, ch 1, dc in next tr, 2 dc in next tr, dc in next tr, ch 1, dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, hdc in each of next 2 hdc, turn. (18 dc, 4 hdc, 6 ch-1 sps)

Row 8: Ch 3, dc in next hdc, ch 1, dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, tr in each of next 4 dc, ch 1, 2 tr in next dc, tr in next 2 dc, 2 tr in next dc, ch 1, tr in each of next 4 dc, ch 1, dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, dc in next hdc, dc in next hdc, turn. (14 tr, 10 dc, 6 ch-1 sps)

Row 9: Ch 2, dc in same st as ch-2, hdc in next dc, sl st in next ch-1 sp, hdc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc, hdc in next dc, sl st in next ch-1 sp, hdc in next tr, [2 dc

in next tr] twice, hdc in next tr, sl st in next ch-1 sp, hdc in next tr, dc in next tr, [2 dc in next tr] twice, dc in next tr, hdc in next tr, sl st in next ch-1 sp, hdc in next tr, [2 dc in next tr] twice, hdc in next tr, sl st in next ch-1 sp, hdc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc, hdc in next dc, sl st in next ch-1 sp, hdc in next dc, (dc, ch 2, sl st) in last dc, fasten off. (7 scallops)

FINISHING

Position Shell as desired on linen napkin. With length of matching sewing thread, sew Shell to napkin. For swag, cut ribbon in 4 pieces each 6 inches long and 2 pieces each 12 inches long. With RS facing, lay cream and linen Shells in a row alternating colors, with edges touching. Insert the shorter ribbon pieces in edge of 2 adjacent Shells, and then tie ribbon into a bow. Rep with shorter ribbon pieces across until all 5 Shells are joined. Insert the longer ribbon pieces in rem edge at left and right of assembled Shells, and then tie ribbon in a bow at end of ribbon. Lp other end of ribbon around back and glue to back of bow to form hanging lps. Trim ribbon ends. Glue bows to hold in place.

Perfect for a beach house, patio cookout or pool party, this simple motif will add a touch of summertime charm to your table setting.