Last updated on July 5th, 2024 at 12:39 am
Today, we are delighted to unveil a timeless treasure from our crochet collection, the exquisite Victoria Lacy Shawl. With its delicate lace pattern and graceful design, this shawl embodies the essence of refined elegance and timeless beauty.
This Free Crochet Pattern uses worsted weight yarn and a one row repeat. Once you get started, you just complete a row until your desired length. Using basic stitches, you will be amazed at how quickly each row of crochet is completed.
Rectangle Crochet Shawl Pattern
This lacy shawl is a long rectangle pattern. It has just the right amount of coverage to keep you warm on a cool day in the fall. Yet, this is light and lacy enough to wear on those warmer summer days to wear as a cover over a swimsuit or just to keep the sun off your shoulders. I have included a few photos of the shawl to help with wearing and crocheting this beauty.
Today, this was crocheted in a lovely soft pink yarn; however, any colorway will work for this pattern.
Crochet Pattern Tutorials
There is a Step-by-Step video near the bottom of this post.
Thanks to the suggestions in the comments section, I have added step-by-step photos of the stitches as well near the bottom of this post. Thank you for your feedback.
The crochet results are just stunning!
When I was designing this pattern, I must have started over at least 15 times before I could get it to look good on the ends and throughout. I am glad I kept trying though because I really love the look and feel of this lacy shawl.
Victoria Lacy Shawl is Versatile: Styling a Rectangle Shawl
I used my dress form to show off this Victoria Lacy Shawl in a variety of different looks. In one of the photos, you will notice a beautiful cameo pin that adds beauty to this already beautiful shawl. I think anyone would feel pretty wearing this soft and stylish shawl. I hope these pictures give you some ideas on how to style this shawl.
In the picture below, the Victoria Lacy Shawl is wrapped around the shoulders. I like this look just as much as when it is hanging down and draping over the shoulders.
Simply drape the shawl over your shoulders, letting it cascade down your back. It’s a timeless style that adds an elegant touch to any outfit. Perfect for jeans and a t-shirt or a more formal ensemble.
This next picture shows the shawl is just draped over the shoulders. This is a close-up so you can see the stitches a bit better too.
To wear as a Shoulder Wrap, wrap one end of the shawl around your shoulders, letting the other end hang freely. This creates a cozy yet chic look that’s perfect for cool evenings or air-conditioned spaces.
Accent with a Pretty Pin
This beautiful cameo brooch is so pretty with this lacy shawl. It has the same color tones and I just love the style it adds. I also like that I don’t have to continually pull and adjust the shawl, the pin keeps it in place nicely.
Another option is a Belted Shawl. Wrap the shawl around your shoulders and secure it in place with a thin belt around your waist. This creates a polished look, perfect for dressing up a simple outfit or defining your hourglass silhouette.
I tried to show you the generous size of this lacy shawl. It is folded in half and folded over a bit more to get this look.
The finished size of the shawl is approximately 14 inches wide by 64 inches long. Just so soft and cozy for a wrap.
Cancer Prayer Shawl
Since designing this lacy crochet shawl pattern, I myself have been diagnosed with breast cancer. While my cancer was caught with a routine mammogram, it is still quite the medical ordeal, and I will deal with it for the rest of my life.
Remember to do the monthly checks. Get your mammogram done. Please make sure to take the time to get your regular medical check-ups done. Lastly, help a friend and remind them to get their check-up done. Stay healthy!
Update. It has been two years since my cancer diagnosis. Thank you to all who have reached out to see how I am doing. Things are still okay, I am still cancer free today. I still go to the doctor for check-ups, but all is good again.
Crochet for Those in Need
Those of us that have the talent to make beautiful things with our hands have the ability to uplift someone going through a tough time. Never did I think that the Victoria Lacy Shawl would take on so much more meaning. I hope that this shawl pattern will help support someone. If you know how to crochet, I challenge you to make at least one for a person in need.
Weekend or two Crochet Project
This Victoria 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.
Flat view showing the rows of crochet stitches. The combination of yarn and easy stitches create a lovely drape. There was no need for blocking and very few yarn ends to weave in.
Directions: Victoria Lacy Shawl Rectangle Crochet Pattern
Skill Level:
I would rank this crochet pattern a one or two levels just beyond beginner. I would recommend that you can complete a chain stitch, single crochet, and double stitch. Also, reading a pattern is a plus. There are video tutorials to help with the crochet pattern too.
It might seem like this would be a hard pattern; however, it is a wonderful repeating pattern. Once you get going a few rows, it is repetitive; therefore, it is very easy to work and the results are beautiful.
Size
Finished Size: approximately 12 inches wide by 64 inches long. If you wanted to make it narrower or wider, I would use multiples of 8 + 2. Longer or shorter just decrease or add rows.
Materials
2 Skeins yarn 6oz – Caron Simply Soft Yarn in Soft Pink. 630 yards. If you are not able to find the yarn locally, you can purchase it from Yarnspirations. We have a link on our savings page.
Size H (5mm) crochet hook
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Abbreviations:
CH = Chain
DC = Double Crochet
SC = Single Crochet
ST = Stitches
SP = Space
[ ] = Repeat Between
Pattern Notes
Written in US Crochet Terms.
Turn at the end of each row.
Pattern is a repeat of row 2.
Photo tutorials and video tutorials below the written directions.
Complete Row 2, 2 Different Ways. I have made this pattern with 2DC and with 3DC using the same foundational chain stitches. I have two videos below one showing the 2DC and one showing the 3 DC.
Crochet Pattern Directions:
Chain 82
Row 1:
SC in 2nd CH from Hook [CH 4, Skip the next 3 ST (SC, CH 3, 3DC) 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
Complete Row 2, 2 Different Ways
(I have made this pattern with 2DC and with 3DC using the same foundational chain stitches). I have two videos below one showing the 2DC and one showing the 3 DC. No matter which one you choose, they are both beautiful.
Row 2:
CH 5, SC, in the first CH 3 SP. In the same SP, (CH 3, 2 DC) or you could (CH 3, 3 DC). SC in the next CH 4 SP, [CH 4, (SC, CH 3, 2 DC) or you could (SC, CH 3, 3 DC) in the next CH 3 SP, SC in the next CH 4 SP]. Repeat between [ ] until the last CH 4 SP. End with a SC. Turn
Repeating Row
Repeat row 2 until the desired length. this does not have a special border, as it is just beautiful and lacy just the way it is. Also, it is also much easier not to add a border, but you are welcome to add a border if you wish.
Finishing:
Cut yarn and pull through the last ST leaving about a ten inch tail. I like to use a yarn needle to weave in the end going in a variety of directions back and forth until it feels a bit secure. Then I cut the excess yarn. Make sure to go back to the starting row yarn and weave that in too.
Care:
The Caron Yarn is machine washable and dryable; however, I would probably wash by hand if you had to just to keep the shape. I have washed handmade crochet items in my wash in the past only to get something hooked on the agitator and ruin the item.
Crochet Stitches Video Tutorial Number 1 With 2DC
This one explains the first row and shows how the crochet pattern for row two.
Victoria Lacy Shawl Crochet Pattern Video Tutorial Number 2 with 3DC
This one, I am starting from the beginning because people asked for it.
There are pictures showing the step-by-step further down…if this is how you learn, keep reading.
I truly want you to be able to make your own Victoria Lacy Shawl. Thank you for visiting. I hope you had as much fun making this as I did. Enjoy wearing your beautiful Victoria Lacy Shawl.
As I write this post, it is March and there is still snow on the ground in Wisconsin. The warm days of summer will be upon us soon and it will be a perfect time to make and wear your very own shawl.
Since making this Victoria Lacy Shawl, I have made other lacy shawls that are very popular. Here are the links to those as well.
Step-by-Step Photo Tutorial
Here are photos of the crochet stitches to help understand how to work the crochet pattern.
If you loved this free pattern, please share on your fave social media links at the bottom. It helps to show me that these types of posts are helpful – thank you!
Here are some other lace shawl crochet patterns you might be interested in.
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.
I am five years out from stage one breast cancer. Mine must detected early on a mammogram. I am a retired RN and I push for everyone to get their mammograms yearly
Hi Mary Kay,
So sorry you went through this too. I am now five years out this month as well. Mine was caught early too, but it was still quite the ordeal. I too try and let women know to get checked annually. Blessings to you.
Vicky
Thank you so much for this beautiful Victorian Lace Shawl and instructions. This is my FIRST endeavor and I have read your instructions over and over again. I think I may have it, but mine isn’t as pretty as yours.
I’m going back to the tutorial to see if I’ve missed something.
I’m looking for more “easy or beginners “ patterns.
Thanks again!
Hi Florence,
Thanks for sharing. So glad to hear you were able to make this as a beginner. We do have quite a few beginner friendly shawls and scarves on the website. All the patterns on the website are free too. Keep crocheting and enjoying the process.
Vicky
Can you please tell me which you used for the shawl in the photos — the 2 DC or the 3 DC? The shawl is very pretty and I would like it to be like the one in your main photo. I noticed that the last comments were in 2021. How is your health now?
Hi, I used the 3 DC. Thanks for asking. Thankfully, I am still cancer free. Feeling good and loving time I get to spend watching my first grandbaby. He is turning a year old soon and what a joy it is. Wishing you good health too. Enjoy your crochet project. Casey and I love to see when people tag us in their photos on social media.
Vicky
I have worked with velvety yarn and I think that the Victoria Lacy Shawl is a bit too lacy to use the velvet yarn with. I think that the slippery yarn would work out in places and have undesirable loops. This pattern I recently finished would be lovely as a baby blanket. https://patternprincess.com/chunky-crochet-velvet-bobble-blanket/. I am also working on a mint colored velvet blanket with half double crochet v-stitches that is turning out wonderful too. I hope to have the blanket done and the pattern posted in a few weeks.
Vicky
Thanks, Selma Paxson for patternprincess.com
I am new t crochet, and I made the scarf. It took me a few attempts to start, but I finished and I’m happy with the end result. Thank you for sharing your pattern!
I am so happy to hear that you didn’t give up. It is good to hear that a person new at crochet can master this too. Enjoy your lovely shawl. Thanks for taking the time to let me know.
Vicky
Very simple n easy to crochet. Yet very beautiful. Gr8 n thanks a lot
You are most welcome. So glad you enjoyed this crochet pattern.
Vicky
Thank you for your lovely pattern! I’ve already made it once in a lovely pink and am making it again, this time in an ombré. I am in a prayer shawl ministry in my church and this pattern looks so intricate and delicate but actually does up fast and is fun to do!! Again, thank you and many blessings! Gail
You made my day. Thank you so much for taking the time to share. I love hearing how people are using the patterns. Stay well and blessings to you as well. Vicky
Can you do any width like 42 instead of 82 to make a scarf? Please let me know, webbnow_78@ yahoo. Com
If you wanted to make it narrower or wider, I would use multiples of 8. Therefore, either 40 or 48 stitches would work.
Vicky
patternprincess1,
I am just starting to create your Victoria Lacy Shawl. I have crocheted many various projects for many years. For this project, I am using Caron Simply Soft, in a variegated yarn OCEANA. The colors are dark blue, royal blue, turquoise green. Very majestic deep jeweltones. I like your pattern, it’s one that one could easily pick up, and continue crocheting without re checking the pattern. Also, it looks like a quick project.! I just read your replies of your health, I hope you are doing well now !
Thank you so much for asking! Two weeks ago, I just had my first clear mammogram. However, I have been very careful during this COVID time. My immune system is coming back, but I don’t want to take chances. Your colors sound like it will turn out just lovely. I would love to see if when you finish. So glad you like this pattern. It is one that has beautiful results and you can watch TV at the same time.
My email is [email protected] if you happen to send me a photo. Otherwise, you can post on social media and tag me too.
Stay safe and healthy!
Vicky
Hi Vicky ! I just saw your reply to my post. Yes, I finished the Victoria Lacy Shawl, earlier on 7/11/20. Just in time to take with me to church the next day. The shawl is intended for a member of my church, who has been recently diagnosed with Stomach Cancer (endstage). I took it so the Pastor and the Congregation could pray over it.
Like you, during this COVID time, I am also immuno-compromised, due to my various medical conditions. So I totally understand your feelings of being careful of all of these quarantine rules. I have lots of yarn and patterns for several projects to work on to keep me occupied. Glad that your 1st Mammogram after treatment was all clear ! God IS SO GOOD ! P.S. Will try to send a picture thru email, or social media to your email address ) Take Care !!❤
What a wonderful thing to do. Stay safe and healthy. Happy crocheting! Vicky
Thank you for the beautiful shawl pattern! I can’t wait to make it. I hope you beat the cancer and remain healthy! 3D mammos every year!
Thank you for your kind words Colleen. I just had my first 3D mammogram two weeks ago. First one since all the cancer ordeal. Needless to say, I was nervous! Came back all good. I hope it stays away. Vicky
Thanks for the beautiful pattern I was a bit confused at first but have it sorted now and it’s turning out great . I have used a larger hook I will post when finished
Thank you, I would love to see it. Love to see the work of others!
Thank you so very much for this pattern! The first few rows were difficult, but well worth the effort! The shawl I’m working on is coming out beautifully! I would encourage anyone who is considering making this, to jump in! After a few rows, you will be amazed at the beautiful project you are creating! I’ve posted about it on my blog and on Instagram. Thank you again!
Thank you for sharing. I love to see the work that others make using my patterns. love your colors and it looks like it is turning out just lovely.
I’m a seasoned crocheter and I had a hard time getting started with this pattern (brain freeze). Once I got it it was so easy and so much fun to make the shawl. Thanks for a lovely pattern. Posting a picture on the Pinterest post.
So glad you kept with it. I love seeing others creations! Thank you.
I just finished a prayer shawl in Bernat Velvet bulky yarn using your Victorian lace pattern. I’m a novice crocheter and it turned out beautifully. I did do a double crochet border on both ends. Thank you for sharing your pattern. I would post a picture but not sure how? Thanks again!
Oh my! I would love to see it. Can you email it to me and I will post on my facebook group? Thank you so much for letting me know! My email is [email protected]
Thank you for this pattern. I tried this as a sample, it came out very pretty and quite easy too.i will try making the shawl too.
So glad that it worked out for you and that you like it. I love this particular shawl too. Vicky
Thank you for sharing this beautiful shawl pattern!! I am wondering if you have tried this with a finer yarn/thread and if so, what was your result and thoughts? Thank you!
Hello, You are most welcome. I have not tried it with a finer yarn, but I think it would look beautiful.
Hi love the shawl pattern. I also preferred the 3 DC style. I also saw that little error about a sc in the last cm 4 but knew it would be fine and continued as you wrote it. I made it as a prayer shawl for a very sick friend. We are all happy with it. Don’t know how to send pics. But my soft green Carons came out well. Ty
Thank you so much for taking the time to comment and let me know. I am so glad that the pattern worked out for you. I just love the pattern myself.
Loved this shawl.. Loved the easy pattern..Crocheted it for a dear friend.. I reduced the width and ~165 CMS in length.
I am so happy to hear that you loved the crochet pattern as much as I did. This makes my day. Hugs to you. 🙂
Hi..this a very beautiful pattern but my ends don’t look very well made like yours in the pictures..
Maybe try the Beautiful Occasions Evening Shawl. The ends are slightly different and may look better for you. https://patternprincess.com/beautiful-occasions-evening-shawl/ Here is the link to that free pattern on my site too.
Hello, love your pattern its beautiful! With that said im confused. Your written pattern says ch3, 3dc. But your first video says 2dc, and then the secound video says 3dc then I read through the comments and saw someone else adk the same question and you says its 2dc. So my question is, is it 2 or 3 dc?
Can be 2DC or 3DC, I have made it both ways.
I love this pattern. I can tell by your responses to comments that you are a very nice lady and you are so patient. We all should be grateful you are taking time out to show us and help us by sharing your talents.
I for one, am very grateful and have put this project on my to-do list. Thank you again ?
You are so welcome. Thank you for your kind words. So glad that you will make this pattern someday. 🙂
It is a very lovely shawl, the instructions are easy to understand but I also am confused because the first set of printed instructions states 2dc, then in your first video you make 3dc, then in your second video you make 2dc, plus the step by step pictures are different again. I have bought the wool and am anxious to start—Help- please clarify!
You do a chain 3, then 2 DC or 3DC. hope that helps
Beautiful shawl, but I’m confused. The instructions say 2 DC, The the photos show 3 DC. Also, I used the exact yarn and crochet hook, but mine measures 24 inches. Lol
Is it 2 or 3 DC ? Thanks.
It is a Chain 3 and 2 Double Crochet.
Thank you i was also wondering this the video says 2DC but the written and photos say 3DC
Can be 2DC or 3DC, I have made it both ways.
Love love love this pattern, so pretty and easy. I’m a you tube taught lefthanded crocheter and found your video (the first one) really easy to follow. Thank you
Wow! Thank you so much. I am new to making crochet video tutorials. Your comment means to much to me. I am so glad that this helped you. I think this pattern is easy to do and so beautiful. I have posted another lacy wrap pattern and I am working on two other patterns right now. thanks for sharing with me.
Hi, thank you, this pattern is beautiful. What are the multiples for the chain if I wanted a smaller scarf? I love the stitch.
Thanks
I would add 8 stitches. This would allow you to complete one set of stitches: CH 4, (SC and 3 CH), 2 DC and SC Hope that helps. I would love to see your work after you complete it. You are welcome to post it back in the comments.
The wrap is beautiful, and you have gone over and above to make your pattern understood! More power to you in this and future endeavors:-) Rachel D.
Your kind words mean to much to me. I will keep working on writing good patterns that are easily understood. So glad that you took the time to comment and let me know my efforts are appreciated. I hope you enjoy making and wearing your own shawl.
Hi I am confused with the instructions. 82 ch.to start doesn’t give the required width as it is way too long. Also Row 2 starts with 5 ch and continues till the end. In your instructions it says to repeat from* but from your video it seems to be from the beginning 5ch and then goes on to say at the end go into the 4 ch.and turn. Please clarify as I really love this shawl. Perhaps a close up of the finished shawl might help. Thank you
I have made step-by-step photos to help you understand the pattern more. The Width should be approximately 14-15 inches. It looks like it will be long based on the length of the chain; however, when the stitches are worked, it seems to work out to the correct size.
Thank you so much. am not giving up on this shawl…too nice.. will try again
Glad you stopped back. I just uploaded a second video to help show the pattern. There are now also step-by-step pictures of the pattern near the bottom of the blog post. When you get yours done, I would love it if you posted a picture. I am rooting for you…
Dear Pattern princess1. Thank you for this beautiful pattern but I had a problem with this. After finishing 1 ball of yarn I found the width and length to be confusing. It does not look like the pattern in your diagram re width and length. Also in the second row the repeat is from the asterisk but in the video you seem to start from the 5 ch….and at the end you say do a sl.st.in the 4ch. Sorry if I am missing something, I would love to get a clearer idea of the pattern and perhaps a closer picture of the finished shawl. I really love this pattern and am so keen to continue. Thank you.
I have made step-by-step photos to help you understand the pattern more. They are at the very bottom of the post. Hope you do continue. I am working on another one right now. The stitch really does work up to be a beautiful shawl.
Hi! I managed to understand the pattern, video I mean. Looks like it will take a while for me to learn how to read one. Looking forward to make this for a friend. Thank you again for sharing this. x
Wonderful news! thank you for sharing. I am sure that your friend will appreciate your gift.
How would this look using Mandala yarn?
I am not sure how it would turn out. I have not tried it with Mandala yarn. It might be pretty with the various colors. If you happen to try it, let me know how it looks.
It looks beautiful, Vicky.
I never tried to make a crochet shawl.
I hope this inspires you to make one for yourself or one as a gift. If you know some basic crochet stitches, this pattern is easy enough to achieve.
You are off camera and then too close and it was too fast but I love the shawl. Could you redo this video?
I will. I am sure that you can tell I am new at doing videos. Thank you for the honest feedback. I will work on improving and redo this one. Thank you.
That’s pretty. My Grandmother taught me to crochet. We used to make blankets and scarves together. I haven’t made anything for years!
I find crocheting to be very relaxing. I get to make beautiful things while I relieve stress. Thanks for visiting.
How do I increase the width of this shawl?
Thank you!
I would add 8 stitches. This would allow you to complete one set of stitches: CH 4, (SC and 3 CH), 2 DC and SC Hope that helps. I would love to see your work after you complete it. You are welcome to post it back in the comments.
It is lovely. I am trying to understand directions. You say to repeat row 3, however you only give directions for row 1 and 2. Thanks in advance. Kvh
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a comment. It is a typo. It Can be 2DC or 3DC, I have made it both ways now. I hope you make a lovely shawl for yourself or one to give. Enjoy.