The Gothic Shell Cross is an Italian uncinetto style lace cross designed to make Communion, Confirmation, Baptism gifts or bookmarks. This could also be used as an applique on clothing, Altar clothes, or other suitable uses.

Size is dependant upon thread size, hook size, and level of tension used. The above Stitch count is based on the center area of the cross in the first three rounds. This pattern is both in the round and with rows.

Materials used in models is number 10 6 ply Egyptian cotton thread and a 1.5mm crochet hook and uses approximentally 5 grams weight of thread,

Being that this is a lace type pattern high quality cotton or linen threads of 4 ply or greater are suggested