Last updated on July 5th, 2024 at 12:38 am
This beautiful occasions evening shawl is a handmade lacy crochet shawl pattern is just the perfect accessory when you want to have a whisper of coverage and something elegant to wear. This beautiful occasions evening shawl is an easy way to bring style to any fashion. The full free pattern is right here for you to make your very own.
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Crochet Shawl Pattern Journey
I am on a quest to make a beautiful shawl for the amazing women in my family. I have made one for me too. There are a few shawls that I have already made and have posted those patterns you.
To make it easy for you to find them, I have provided the links for you at the bottom of the post. They are on the Pattern Princess website though. If you make one of your own, I would love for you to post your handiwork in the comments. I love it when I can help people create their own works of beauty.
Views of the Beautiful Occasions Evening Shawl
A few months ago, I purchased a dress form. I think it is one of the best things I could have purchased. It is so nice to help show pictures of some examples of how the shawl could be worn. This also helps me take pictures of the shawl for closeups and different views.
Back View
The shawl is just laying over the shoulders. The lattice work on the back view is so nice. This really is an easy crochet pattern once you get started.
Lacy Crochet Shawl Wrapped Around body
Because this shawl was made a bit longer, it is easier to wrap around your body. This would be wrapped and tied in front; however, this view shows the wrap just draped around the body.
Side Views of Shawl Perfect for a Wedding Shawl
Here are a number of different side views. I just love how the scalloped edge enhances the drape of the shawl. If you are interested in the pin I used, here is where you can get one that looks like the one in the picture.
Crochet Shawl Pattern
This lovely crochet shawl pattern is worked in rows until the desired length is achieved. The lacy scalloped crochet border is crocheted as each row is completed. Therefore, this pattern works up rather quickly. Once you get the two-row repeat mastered, it is an easy project. In order to help with understanding the crochet pattern, I have included a video tutorial and a step-by-step photo tutorial to help you in understanding the written directions.
Skill Level
I would rank this crochet pattern a one or two levels just beyond beginner. You certainly need to be able to do a chain, single crochet, double stitch, and read a pattern to be able to accomplish this. However, once a crocheter gets the hang of this pattern though, it is very easy to work and the results are beautiful.
Video of Crochet Pattern
If you are a person that would rather see a video of the stitches being done, I have a video link near the bottom. Note: this pattern is a bit wider and longer than the Victoria Lacy Shawl Crochet Pattern, but the stitches are the same except for the lacy edge. If you want to see the pattern video from the beginning, go to my you tube channel as it is there as the Victoria Lacy Shawl. I would love it if you would subscribe to my you tube channel-you would then be notified of any new crochet tutorials that are added.
Photo Tutorial of Pattern
A few years ago, I published this crochet pattern. This was when I was really new at writing patterns and explaining them. Recently, I had a lovely lady ask for help with this pattern. When I asked her what her specific question was; she said she really liked the photo tutorial on the Victoria Lacy Shawl and wished I would do that for this pattern too.
I try my best to have my patterns and tutorials be clear for folks so they can enjoy crocheting their own items too. Anyway, her comment made me realize that it was time to go back to this pattern and help with the clarity.
Below the video, I have included a very detailed photo tutorial. I really want everyone to be able to make this shawl if they want to.
Note: I have updated the ETSY PDF printable of this pattern to include all of these step-by-step photos too.
This Victoria Lacy Shawl is very similar without the ruffled edge.
Weekend or two Crochet Project
This Lacy Shawl is a pattern that goes quickly. If you need a gift for someone, that would make such a lovely gift. The shawl looks complicated to complete, but it is just two rows of setting up and the pattern repeats until your desired length. The border is crocheted as you complete each row. Saves time.
Finished Size
Laying flat, this shawl measures 20 inches wide X 68 inches long.
Yarn Used
Caron Simply Soft 3 skeins in off white. Each skein is approximately 315 yards and I used the entire 3 skeins or 945 yards of yarn. This is not only a soft yarn, it is washable and dryable. This is a nice feature especially since this is something that you would wear and it could get dirt on it.
Inspiration
I hope that the many pictures of this shawl have provided inspiration for you to make one for yourself or to give as a treasured gift to someone special. I love the look of this shawl so much, just had to share all the pictures I took. Onto the directions…
Directions: Beautiful Occasions Evening Shawl
Pattern Alteration
The pattern can be altered to any width or length that you desire. The width can be adjusted by adding or decreasing 8 plus 2 stitches for the foundational row of chain stitches. Along with changing the width of the pattern, you can make the shawl the length that works for you. While I used 3 full skeins of yarn, you may want yours shorter and only use 2 skeins. Be creative and make it a style that you want to use as a fashion staple.
Caron Simply Soft 3 skeins in off white.
Abbreviations:
CH = Chain
DC = Double Crochet
SC = Single Crochet
ST = Stitches
SP = Space
Directions:
Chain 90
Row 1:
SC in 2nd CH from Hook [CH 4, Skip the next 3 ST (SC, CH 3, 3 DC) in the next CH, Skip the next 3 CH, SC in the next CH]. Repeat between [ ] across, ending with a SC in the last ST. Turn
Row 2:
CH 3, SC, in the top of the first DC SP of previous row. CH 4, SC in the top of the next DC SP of previous row. Then, CH 4, SC in the top of the next DC SP of previous row. SC in the top of the CH 3 SP of previous row. CH 3, 3 DC in the previous row CH 3 SP. SC in the next CH 4 SP. [CH 4, in the next CH 3 SP, SC, CH 3, 3 DC. SC in the next CH 4 SP] Repeat across between [ ] until you reach the end. End with a SC in the last ST. Turn
Repeat row 2 until the desired length
Here is a closeup to help you see a bit more of the detail for the stitches. I would love to see what this has inspired you to make.
Here is the promised video link so you can see the pattern in action.
Step-By-Step Photo of Beautiful Occasions Lacy Crochet Shawl
Sample size 18 stitches. Multiples of 8 plus 2.
Swatch is 18 stitches – 8 + 8 + 2 = 18. It looks a bit goofy with the scalloped edges being so little. However, it shows the stitches that are used throughout the shawl pattern.
Swatch showing Row 1 Completed
Continuing with Row 2 Tutorial
Swatch showing row 2 completed
Finally Row 3
This is a repeat of row 2; however, I wanted to show how it will look at the pattern continues.
CH 3, SC, in the top of the first DC SP of previous row. CH 4, SC in the top of the next DC SP of previous row. Then, CH 4, SC in the top of the next DC SP of previous row. SC in the top of the CH 3 SP of previous row. (this first part completes the scalloped edging at the beginning).
CH 3, 3 DC in the previous row CH 3 SP. SC in the next CH 4 SP. [CH 4, in the next CH 3 SP, SC, CH 3, 3 DC. SC in the next CH 4 SP] Repeat across between [ ] until you reach the end. End with a SC in the last ST. Turn
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You can find Victoria crocheting, quilting, and creating recipes. She has cooked in restaurants for over 20 years, including many larger parties. She learned to crochet when she was just 11 years old and has been crocheting ever since; over 50 years now. Over 40 years ago, she loved her first class in sewing and continues to hone her skills in quilting. Many have enjoyed the handmade gifts over the years. In her professional career, she has worked in management in a wide variety of businesses including higher education as a dean of a division. All the while attending college part-time to achieve her doctorate in higher education with an emphasis in e-learning.
Hi, Your shawl pattern is beautiful and I’m anxious to try it. I’ve been crocheting for a long time and have made my own patterns or combined patterns. I think what is confusing to other crocheters is the written instructions for row two. Your photos make it very clear (Thank you!) and simple but your wording is the problem. You say:
“Row 2-CH 3, SC, in the top of
the first DC SP of previous row.”
You should say CH 3, SC (no comma) in the top of the first DC stitch of previous row not (DC SP) because you want the work to be in the top of the next DC stitch or just DC is how most patterns are written. I hope this helps other crocheters having issues.
I love your pattern and also love Caron Simply Soft. I use it a lot because I crochet for babies and also for cancer patients with soft caps and prayer shawls. I am a 24 year breast cancer survivor and everything I make is made with love and prayer in each stitch for those that receive my work. It is how I pay it forward.
Your photos and tutorial help a lot!
Thank you again! God bless!
Barb Robertson
Thank you for taking the time to comment Barbara. Cheers to another breast cancer survivor. We’ll keep enjoying making beautiful crochet things.
Blessings and Take care.
Vicky
I love this pattern. Once I got the hang of it I am whipping thru it. You video and photos also helped me better understand the steps as this is my first shawl. Thank you so much for providing this!
Hi Theresa,
I am so glad to hear you stuck with it and the videos and photos helped. Enjoy your gorgeous shawl.
Vicky
Hello. I’m currently working on this pattern & I too am getting stuck on Row 2. I have read the directions several times, I have looked at the step-by-step pictures, & I have watched your YouTube video, rewinding it several times. In your video you end IN a SC-Ch3-3DC stitch & end WITH a SC in the SC of the previous row. However, Row 2 does not end with a SC-Ch3-3DC; it ends with a Ch4-SC, which was the first stitch of Row 1, which is why Row 2 is confusing & not working out like your video. And in your picture tutorial it looks like you either do a SC in the Ch4 space OR you skip over the Ch4 & do a SC in the first SC from Row 1. If this is the case then it looks like it would allow me to then do the scallop border into the last 3DC stitches from Row 2, but won’t quite look symmetrical with the opposite end. Can you please explain exactly how you end Row 2 with the Ch4-SC? Do you SC into the Ch4 space & then turn OR do you skip over the Ch4 space & SC into the last SC (aka the first SC from Row 1)? And then how are you starting Row 2? Thank you in advance for your explanation.
Hello,
You work the SC in the CH 4 SP. I have emailed you so I can attach the photo tutorial from the instructions on where to place this stitch. Look for an email from [email protected] Hope it helps.
Vicky
I’m a fairly new crocheter but I’m getting the hang of it. I don’t know how many rows to do. Is the chain 90 the width. I may have missed it in the directions
yes, it starts out with 90 chains. This is the widest part. Then just crochet as many rows until you like the size. I believe I worked 30 rows.
This is a wonderful pattern. My question is how do you get the beginning row to look like the last row. You are left with a straight end from the chain of 90 stitches and the last row when completing the shawl is scalloped. Thank you for your help.
To be honest, I did not even think about those rows being different until you mentioned it. So, I am not sure what to tell you there.
Thank you for your reply. Maybe it’s me thinking about it more than I need to. Love the shawl and it is a gift which I know will be well cared for.
So glad to hear. Take care and be well. Vicky
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Pattern Princess,
Thank you sooo much for the step by step instructions!! You are so kind. Such a beautiful Shawl!
Judy
A beautiful pattern, but I cannot for the life of me, get row 2 to work for me as it is written. I have tried to follow your tutorial but still at a loss. Would you please check the instructions as written. I’m going to have to set this down for now. Very disappointed.
Judy
Sorry to hear you are having problems. Did you watch the video links? did they help you? The pattern is correct. You can email me if you have a specific question that I can help with. I would be happy to. [email protected]
Judith, I will email you too, but just for you, I did a photo step-by-step tutorial. I hope they help.
Definitely a magnificent design, but easy? I read every word, follow a pattern word for word, but the reviews scare me. First, I’ll bookmark this pattern to visit the video when I can give your gorgeous design my best shot! Thank YOU!
Glad to hear. If you do have any more questions as you get going, you can always email me. Vicky
Love this pattern. I was hoping you would show how to do the border. It is so lovely. How you give direction for that soon. Thank you so much.
The border is done as you complete each row. It is written in the pattern and the video shows this step as well. Take another look. Email me if you still have questions, and I will do my best to help you. Vicky
@patternprincess1, The only place I’m getting the fancy edge is on the working edge. The sides and first row are plainly even.
Hi Mary,
You are correct, the first row does not have the fancy edge.
Vicky
Your shawl pattern is no doubt a gorgeous one BUT for the life of me i can’t follow the second row… i want to make this into my prayer shawl pattern that i do for homebound church members and cancer patients, PLEASE HELP ME UNDERSTAND how to do ROW TWO. If possible to do a video demo for two rows . THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH.
Did you watch the You Tube video on how to work the crochet pattern? There is a link that will take you right to it. Do you see it?
What a beautiful shawl!! And you give such thorough and detailed directions!!! Thank you!!!
You are most welcome. Thank you so much for the compliment. I am trying to continue to improve my instructions as I get more experience and feedback. It means a lot. Glad to be sharing.