Very Shelley Bookmark

Very Shelley Bookmark

What Is Being Made

The Very Shelley Bookmark is a decorative crochet bookmark designed by Labours of Love Crochet. This beginner-friendly project creates a delicate, textured bookmark approximately 25cm in length when worked to completion with eight shell stitches. The finished bookmark can be personalized with a button or bead for added embellishment.

Craft and Technique Overview

This is a crochet project worked in the round using fundamental crochet techniques. The pattern employs a repeating motif structure that builds upon basic chain and single crochet foundations. The design features shell stitches as the primary decorative element, which are created by working multiple double crochet stitches into the same stitch to form a fan-like or shell appearance. This technique is ideal for beginners as it introduces texture and visual interest while remaining accessible to those new to crochet.

Stitches Used

• Chain (Ch) – The foundation stitch used to create the starting chain of 45 stitches
• Double Crochet (Dc) – The primary working stitch, used both individually and in multiples to form shell stitches
• Single Crochet (Sc) – Used as a spacing stitch between shell repeats
• Shell Stitch (SHELL) – A decorative stitch formed by working 5 double crochet stitches into the same stitch, creating a fan or shell-like texture

Pattern Structure

The pattern repeat is based on a multiple of 6 plus 1 in the starting chain. The bookmark is constructed by alternating between shell stitches and single crochet stitches, with 2 stitches skipped between each repeat. The first chain-3 counts as a stitch, and the pattern is repeated six times across the foundation chain to create the full bookmark width.

Materials Required

• Hook: 3.25mm crochet hook
• Yarn: 5 grams of 4-ply weight yarn (approximately 4-ply or sport weight)
• Notions: Needle and scissors for finishing
• Optional Embellishment: Button or bead for decoration

Difficulty Level

This project is rated as beginner, making it an excellent choice for those just starting their crochet journey. The straightforward stitch combination and simple pattern repeat allow new crafters to practice fundamental techniques while creating a practical, finished item.