Princess Diana Vintage Crochet Shawl Pattern
This beautiful crochet shawl wrap pattern is inspired by everyone's favorite Princess.
For a shawl that embodies so much grace and beauty, you will want to work up the Princess Diana Vintage Crochet Shawl Pattern. Whether you make it as a fashion statement for a night out or as a prayer shawl for a strong woman you're thinking about, this shawl is a gorgeous find.
Made up of classic shell stitches as well as v stitches, this is one of the prettiest crochet wraps and shawls patterns you'll ever find. Plus, you will be warm and feel wonderful in this shawl. The rose blush-colored yarn will look good with any complexion and adds to the coziness of the crochet pattern.
It has the air of pure regality that will make anyone feel royal while wearing this lovely shawl. If you are unfamiliar with the shell stitch, take a look at this shell stitch tutorial. If you need help mastering the v-stitch, here is a tutorial to help you out.
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Crochet HookI/9 or 5.5 mm hook
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
Crochet Gauge4 rows = 2"; Shell in sc = 2"
Finished Size18 in x 63 in
Materials List
- RED HEART Soft: 4 skeins 9770 Rose Blush
- Crochet Hook: 5.50mm (US I-9) or size needed for gauge
Princess Diana Vintage Crochet Shawl
Note: Shawl is worked in two halves. The first half begins at the center of the shawl and is worked to one end. The second half begins across the opposite side of the foundation chain and is worked to the other end.
First Half Crochet Shawl Instructions:
(beginning at center of shawl)
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Row 1 (RS): Ch 74, sc in 2nd ch from hook, [skip 3 chs, Shell in next ch, skip 3 chs, sc in next ch] across, turn.
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Row 2: Ch 3, dc in same stitch, [ch 1, V St in ch space of next Shell, ch 1, V St in next sc] across ending with ch 1, 2 dc in last stitch, turn.
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Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first stitch, [Shell in ch space of V St, sc in ch space of next V St] across, ending with Shell in last V St, 2 dc in last stitch, turn.
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Rows 4 – 51: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 for pattern.
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Row 52 (WS): (Sc, ch 3, sc) in first sc, *ch 3, sc in ch 1 space of Shell, ch 3, (sc, ch 3, sc) in next sc, repeat from * across ending (sc, ch 3, sc) in last sc and fasten off.
Second Half Crochet Shawl Instructions:
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Row 1 (RS): With right side facing and working across opposite side of foundation ch, sc in first sc, [Shell in ch below Shell, sc in next sc] across ending sc in last sc, turn.
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Row 2: Ch 3, dc in same stitch, [ch 1, V St in ch space of next Shell, ch 1, V St in next sc] across ending with ch 1, 2 dc in last stitch, turn.
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Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first stitch, [Shell in ch space of V St, sc in ch space of next V St] across, ending with Shell in last V St, 2 dc in last stitch, turn.
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Rows 4 – 51: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 for pattern.
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Row 52 (WS): (Sc, ch 3, sc) in first sc, *ch 3, sc in ch 1 space of Shell, ch 3, (sc, ch 3, sc) in next sc, repeat from * across ending (sc, ch 3, sc) in last sc and fasten off.
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Abbreviations:
- Shell
- (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in space or stitch as indicated in instructions.
- V Stitch (V st)
- (dc, ch 1, dc) in space or stitch as indicated in instructions.
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kivaswolves 891935 4
Oct 10, 2019
Just finished this beautiful shall! I think it would be easier to make it in all one piece rather than 2 sections then you just need to finish one end!
Zeemer
Jul 17, 2018
I find the stitches elaborate and complicated but I find the color used drab and no life at all. Maybe this will look great in a more vibrant color, in earth or black.
FlowerSeeds1
May 21, 2018
A beautiful pattern for a beautiful shawl. Working the stiches from the center to one end, then starting at the center again and working to the other end makes this beautiful combination of V stiches and Shell stiches lay perfectly to each other. I have some Shawl in a Ball and would love to use it with this pattern.
princess6860504
May 18, 2018
I think using a variegated yarn or an ombre yarn would transform this delicate shawl into something stellar! Are you familiar with the Rd heart Unforgettable yarn? How about the Shawl in a Ball or even the Caron Cakes that are currently offered out there. A shell is just a simple 3 double crochets, a chain and another three double crochets. Easy!
adscott 1187984
Mar 27, 2018
Just got all the yarn needed, can someone tell me the instructions for the shell, ie 3 dbl cr chain? 3 dbl or how does it go -
Morehouse17
Feb 28, 2018
Pretty in pink and very feminine. I love this princess Diana crochet shawl and the skill level is showing as easy. I can see that you will make two pieces and attach. With only a few rows to master that continue to repeat, you can not go wrong with this little lovely shawl.
Delphine Bryant
Feb 25, 2018
I love patterns that only have a few rows to work and then you repeat them to the desired length. This one is made with two pieces attached and even though I have not crocheted the v-stitch, I am sure I can learn it. Thanks for the free pattern.
Hippie Chick
Nov 13, 2017
I agree, this shawl is a beauty and I love anything pink. Working a v stitch is easy. Make sure to use a soft yarn. I dont like regular super saver yarn now since I felt how soft other yarns are compared to it.
Daughter of Light
Jul 27, 2017
Totally royal!!! I can see where this shawl gets its name. It's so intricate and delicate. I can't hardly believe it's labeled as easy...almost too good to be true! I love that it has two stitches in it that are new to me and I'm sure that with all this practice of the shell and "v" stitches I'll have them down well by the time I wrap up in this little jewel!
Judon
Jul 11, 2017
I'd like to work up a swatch. Can you tell me the repeat on this pattern please?
AFC Editor Julia
Jul 11, 2017
Hi Judon, Are you asking about the gauge? It's listed above the pattern: Crochet Gauge4 rows = 2"; Shell in sc = 2" Thanks! Julia, editor for AllFreeCrochet
Aunt Nutmeg
Sep 15, 2022
Judon was asking for the pattern repeat...how many stitches does it take before the pattern repeats. It's not the same as the gauge, which tells you how many stitches per inch. She's wanting to work up a swatch, to see what the pattern looks like with a particular yarn likely, before committing to a full-sized project.
Hippie Chick
Jun 27, 2017
Princess Diana was a wonderful and giving soul. The world is a better place because of her. This shawl can definitely make a fashion statement and the rose blush color is a very feminine color just like she was. This pattern looks fairly easy and the two specialty stitches are easy to work.
cpmm1948 7860898
Jun 27, 2017
I love this shawl and the pattern sounds gratifying, but I don't enjoy using a large hook. I wonder if there is any way to adapt it to use a size G hook? Ty!
Hippie Chick
Nov 13, 2017
You could adapt it to a size G hook but you will need to experiment on swatches before you begin the project to get your gauge correct. It would take more stitches and rows.
Lynn K
May 12, 2017
I really ought to stop looking at shawl patterns because I love them so much I just want to make them all, lol! This pattern is lovely and I have seen that it is made in 2 halves which is interesting so I am keen to see how that works out.
rsdb
Jan 24, 2017
The intricate pattern crocheted in the rose colored yarn gives this shawl a warm and cozy look. I really like the textured look of this shawl and can't wait to make it. The pattern described does not seem hard to follow, which is something I always look for before I start a project.
caribou1967 652689 8
Dec 09, 2016
I am making this shawl now. I love the pattern but I seem to be using double the amount of yarn called for. Your picture looks flat, yet the other one pictured looks more like mine, Kind of ruffelly, I am into 25 row and am on the third skein of yarn. HELP, I am making this for Christmas and it does not look like your picture at all. Why am I using so much yarn?
Zeemer
Dec 09, 2016
This shawl is very appropriately labelled. Princess Diana Crochet Shawl. Princess Diana was a very fashionable, stylish, and elegant woman. This crochet shawl very well speaks of her elegance and good taste. She was a trend setter, a fashion icon. Anything that she wore would often set a trend to women all over the world.
bsalisbury 3247147
Oct 30, 2016
For row 2 it says, CH 3, dc in same stitch.....what stitch is that?
AFC Editor Julia
Oct 31, 2016
Hi bsalisbury, It would be where you normally insert your hook for a double crochet, into the second stitch, not first. Just be sure to put in 2 double crochet stitches into the same stitch. Thanks! Julia, editor for AllFreeCrochet
talkercat1961 6476 958
Sep 09, 2016
This pattern is very easy to do ... but the end result is marvelous!
achumley0003 31706 34
Oct 12, 2016
Thank you for sharing that you made this. I was wondering if it was wondering about the difficulty level, since I have been trying to make things, lately, i can finish fairly quick. It is good to know someone thought it was easy. It is always quicker to make projects that have an easy stitch pattern.
Cheryl Y
Jun 15, 2016
What a beautiful Princess Diana Crochet Shawl. I really like the unique way of crocheting in the back of the foundation row to do the second half of the shawl. When I seen the picture, I thought it looked like broomstick lace. But no, this is better.. I so want to make one for the cool fall nights and days. Thank you so much for this free beautiful pattern.
LC Smith
Apr 07, 2016
Is there an error at the end of row 3? It reads "2 dc in last stitch." Should it be "1 sc in last stitch"?
churchillskm 94534 51
May 22, 2016
I wonder about this too, i seem to be increasing the width
churchillskm 94534 51
Jun 12, 2016
Just wanted to add, i started over and followed the pattern exactly as written, (corrected my increasing err) and the result is an absolutely stunning shawl! Thanks so much for pattern!!
rduplissis 2137828
Jan 15, 2016
There are a lot of free patterns with no print button. It is very difficult to work off a tablet.
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