The Victorian Dream Square Crochet Pattern

In the world of crochet, there’s a timeless charm that comes with the Victorian era. The intricate details, delicate designs, and romantic aesthetic have inspired many crafters to recreate the elegance of that bygone era through their handmade creations. One such enchanting project is the Victorian Dream Square crochet pattern – a delightful journey back in time with every stitch.

The Victorian Dream Square crochet pattern is a perfect fusion of vintage elegance and modern craftsmanship. This square, reminiscent of the Victorian era’s ornate architecture and lacework, is a testament to the enduring appeal of classic design.

The Victorian Dream Square employs a combination of classic crochet stitches to achieve its intricate design. Familiarize yourself with basic stitches such as chain (ch), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), and treble crochet (tr). The pattern may also introduce unique stitches to capture the essence of Victorian lacework.

Materials:

Worsted Weight Yarn (Approx. 2 oz. of each color)
Size L hook

Stitch Guide:

Beginning Cluster:
Ch 3, *YO twice, insert hook in sp indicated, YO and pull up a loop (YO and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice; repeat from * 2 times more, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook.

Cluster:
*YO twice, insert hook in sp indicated, YO and pull up loop, (YO and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice; repeat from * 3 times more, YO and draw through all 5 loops on hook.

Instructions:

Create the Ring:
Ch 10, join to form a ring.

Round 1:
Work Beginning Cluster in the ring, (ch 5, work Cluster in ring) 7 times, ch 2, dc in the top of Beginning Cluster to form the last ch-5 sp: 8 clusters and 8 ch-5 sps.

Round 2:
Ch 1, sc in the last ch-5 sp made, ch 3, slip st in the top of the last sc made (picot made), *ch 7, sc in the next ch-5 sp, work picot; repeat from * around, ch 3, tr in the first sc to form the last ch-7 sp.

Round 3:
Ch 1, sc in the last ch-7 sp made, ch 8 *(sc in the next ch-7 sp, ch 8) around, join with a slip st to the first sc.

Round 4:
Slip st in the first ch-8 sp, ch 3 (counts as the first dc), (4 dc, ch 3, 5 dc) in the same sp, ch 1 *(5 dc, ch 3, 5 dc) in the next ch-8 sp, ch 1; repeat from * around; join with a slip st to the first dc, finish off, and join the second color: 80 dc and 16 sps.

Round 5:
Ch 4, (skip next dc, dc in the next dc, ch 1) twice, skip next ch, (dc, ch 3, dc) in the next ch, ch 1 *[dc in the next dc, ch 1, (skip next dc, dc in the next dc, ch 1) twice] 2 times, skip next ch, (dc, ch 3, dc) in the next ch, ch 1; repeat from * 6 times more, dc in the next dc, (ch 1, skip next dc, dc in the next dc) twice, sc in the first dc to form the last ch-1 sp: 64 dc and 64 sps.

Round 6:
Ch 9, tr in the last ch-1 sp made * #(ch 2, skip next 3 ch-1 sps, 2 sc in the next ch-3 sp, sc in the next dc, (sc in the next ch-1 sp and in the next dc) 7 times, 2 sc in the next ch-3 sp, ch 2, skip next 3 ch-1 sps)# (tr, ch 5, tr) in the next ch-1 sp; repeat from * 2 times more, then repeat from # to # once; join with a slip st to the 4th ch of beginning ch-9; 76 sc and 12 sps.

Round 7:
Slip st into the ch-5 sp, beginning cluster, (ch 5, cluster in the same sp) 3 times, ch 2, dc in each sc and ch-1 sp across, *(ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, work cluster in the next ch-5 sp, (ch 5, work cluster in the same sp) 3 times, ch 2, dc in each sc and ch-1 sp across; repeat from * 2 times more, ch 1, sc in the top of beginning cluster to form the last ch-2 sp.

Round 8:
Ch 3, 3 dc in the next ch-5 sp, *(3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in the next ch-5 sp, 3 dc in the next ch-5 sp, * (2 dc in the next ch-2 sp, dc in each dc across, 2 dc in the next ch-2 sp, 3 dc in the next ch-5 sp, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in the next ch-5 sp, 3 dc in the next ch-5 sp; repeat from * 2 times more, 2 dc in the next ch-2 sp, dc in each dc across, 1 dc in the next ch-2 sp, slip st in the 3rd chain of beginning ch-3.

Round 9:
Ch 3, dc in the next 6 dc, * (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in the ch-3 sp, dc in each dc across; repeat from * 3 times more, join with a slip st in the 3rd ch of the beginning ch-3, finish off, and weave in tails.

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The Victorian Dream Square crochet pattern is not just a project; it’s a journey into the past, a celebration of timeless elegance, and a testament to the enduring allure of Victorian design. As you embark on this crafting adventure, let your creativity flourish, and watch as each stitch weaves a tale of vintage beauty in your hands. Happy crafting!