đź‘‘ Crown Jewel Stitch (US Terms)
Royal Crown Lace Stitch Pattern (Crochet Tutorial) (H1)
Introduction (H2)
The Royal Crown Lace Stitch is a beautiful decorative crochet pattern that creates elegant crown-shaped points using treble stitches and picots. With its delicate lace look and 3D texture, this stitch is perfect for:
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Shawls
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Borders
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Scarves
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Table décor
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Statement pieces
The repeating rows make it easy to memorize once you understand the sequence.

Skill Level (H2)
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate
You should know the following basic stitches:
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Chain (ch)
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Single crochet (sc)
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Double crochet (dc)
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Treble crochet (tr)
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Picot
Abbreviations (H2)
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- dc = double crochet
- tr = treble crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- picot = ch 3, sl st into first ch
Foundation Chain (H2)
Make a multiple of 8 + 3 chains (for turning).
How to Crochet the Royal Crown Lace Stitch(H2)
Row 1:(H2)
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Dc in the 4th chain from hook
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Skip 3 ch
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(2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next ch → shell
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Skip 3 ch
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Dc in next ch
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Repeat across
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Turn
Row 2:(H2)
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Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same stitch
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Ch 3, sc in ch-2 space, ch 3
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(2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next dc
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Repeat across
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End with 2 dc in last dc
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Turn
Row 3: Crown Row(H2)
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Ch 1, sc in first dc
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Ch 2, tr in ch-2 space, ch 2, picot on top of tr, ch 2
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Tr in same ch-2 space, ch 2
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Sc in next dc
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Repeat across
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Turn
Row 4:(H2)
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Ch 3, dc in same stitch, ch 2
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Sc in ch-3 space, ch 2
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(2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next dc
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Repeat across
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End with 2 dc in last dc
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Turn
Pattern Repeat (H2)
✨ Repeat Rows 2–4 until your desired length.
How This Stitch Looks (H2)
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The treble + picot creates the crown points
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The shells below act as jewel settings
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Results in a beautiful lace texture with a royal, elegant feel
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Perfect balance of softness, structure, and openwork
Tips for Best Results (H2)
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Use cotton or smooth acrylic yarn for clean stitch definition.
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Block your project to open the lace and define the crown points.
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Keep chains loose so the lace does not tighten or bunch.
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Use a consistent tension for symmetrical crown points.
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Use stitch markers to separate repeats for easier counting.
❗ Common Mistakes & Fixes (H2)
Mistake 1: Crown points look uneven (H3)
Fix: Ensure the picot is placed neatly on top of the treble. Count chains carefully.
Mistake 2: Lace looks too tight or bunchy (H3)
Fix: Loosen chain spaces or go up one hook size.
Mistake 3: Shells not aligning properly (H3)
Fix: Verify the foundation chain is a correct multiple of 8 + 3.
Mistake 4: Treble stitches leaning (H3)
Fix: Maintain even tension and keep the tr post straight as you pull up the loop.
🌸Where to Use the Royal Crown Lace Stitch (H2)
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Shawls
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Saree or dupatta borders
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Fancy dress edges
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Table runners
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Blankets
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Curtain toppers
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Cushion covers
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Poncho borders
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Statement scarves
✨Creative Ideas (H2)
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Make it with sparkle yarn for a royal, festive look.
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Use ombré yarn for a fading crown effect.
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Use contrasting colors in shell rows and crown rows.
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Add beads to the picots for an elegant jeweled look.



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