Scottish Lace

Scottish Lace Wave Gloves Crochet Pattern

Project Overview

The Scottish Lace Wave Gloves are an intermediate-level crochet pattern designed by Made By Lilian. This downloadable PDF pattern provides instructions for creating a pair of elegant, textured gloves featuring decorative wave details. The finished gloves measure 9.5 inches in length when stretched, making them a versatile accessory suitable for various hand sizes and seasonal wear.

What Is Being Made

This pattern creates a pair of fitted crochet gloves with decorative wave stitch elements. The gloves are worked in the round using a consistent stitch count, resulting in a structured yet comfortable garment. The wave design adds visual interest and texture to the finished piece, making these gloves both functional and aesthetically appealing.

Crochet Techniques Used

The Scottish Lace Wave Gloves employ several fundamental and intermediate crochet techniques. The pattern utilizes working in the round to create seamless gloves without seaming. Stitch decreases are incorporated throughout the pattern using double crochet decrease stitches (dc3tog and dc7tog) to shape the gloves and create the wave pattern. The pattern also features the waistcoat stitch as a special stitch element, which involves inserting the hook into the V center of previous single crochet rows. This textured stitch adds depth and visual dimension to the glove design. Maintaining consistent stitch counts across even rounds is essential for proper fit and structure.

Stitches Used

• Chain (ch) – Used to create the foundation and spacing throughout the pattern
• Single Crochet (sc) – Provides a tight, dense fabric base
• Double Crochet (dc) – Creates height and drape in the glove fabric
• Triple Crochet (tr) – Adds additional height and openness to wave sections
• Double Crochet Decrease (dc3tog, dc7tog) – Shapes the gloves and creates wave stitch definition
• Waistcoat Stitch – A special stitch worked into the V center of previous single crochet rows, creating textured ridges
• Slip Stitch – Used to join rounds seamlessly

Materials Required

This pattern requires 1 to 2 skeins of worsted weight yarn, though yardage may vary depending on personal preference for slouch and fit. The exact yardage needed will depend on whether you choose to make the gloves with a standard or extra-slouchy fit. Two crochet hooks are needed: a 4mm hook (recommended for small and medium sizes) and a 5mm hook (recommended for the large size). The pattern maintains a consistent stitch count of 37 stitches throughout the glove construction, ensuring proper shaping and fit.

Pattern Difficulty and Suitability

Rated as an intermediate-level pattern, the Scottish Lace Wave Gloves are suitable for crocheters with basic stitch knowledge who are ready to advance their skills. The pattern requires understanding of stitch decreases, working in the round, and the specialized waistcoat stitch technique. Crocheters new to the waistcoat stitch can reference instructional video resources to master this decorative element before beginning the project.