True connoisseurs of exclusive items prefer to make them with their own hands. This helps to update the wardrobe, save on expenses, and also create clothes that are ideal in size. Skirts made of yarn are especially popular in the hand-made category. Straight and flared, mini and maxi, winter and summer - they all look exclusive, stylish, feminine. Any crochet skirt is quite simple, with patterns and detailed descriptions of the process, the work will go quickly and without unnecessary complications. The finished product will serve as an excellent basis for creating a variety of images: business, casual, elegant, romantic. Such a skirt harmonizes perfectly with a variety of things, suitable for any season.
Materials and tools
When choosing yarn, the purpose of the product is taken into account. Summer skirts are made of light, thin threads, cotton or linen. For winter models, warmer materials are selected - wool, semi-wool. Classic styles are made in noble pastel colors, for creative ones, all sorts of bright shades and their combinations are used.
Special requirements are imposed on yarn. It is important that the selected samples have the following properties:
- elasticity;
- the ability to hold shape - this is why twisted cotton is added to viscose, mohair and acrylic threads.
In addition, summer skirts should be breathable, while winter items should reliably retain heat.
When choosing the right hook diameter, you need to consider the thickness of the threads. If they completely cover the notch, you will need a thicker tool, otherwise the yarn will delaminate, and the crochet skirt will be too dense. If the thread fits into the notch, but there is a lot of free space left there, the tool is too big, so the fabric will be loose. With the right hook diameter, the yarn fits there perfectly, allowing you to make even loops.
A crochet skirt is versatile, it goes well with other clothes, so it can easily become a basic wardrobe item.
Model selection
You can make a wide variety of skirt styles with your own hands. The following options look the most attractive when crocheted:
- Straight - universal products, relevant for everyday and festive sets. The female silhouette in such a skirt acquires elegance. There are products of various lengths, decoration - in the form of inserts, patch pockets, embroidery.
- Pencil - a narrow cut that can be diversified with a peplum, high waist, wrap, slits. Looks restrained and strict.
- Flared - depending on the design, there are sun styles - circular with a hole under the waist, and half-sun - when unfolded, they take the shape of a semicircle.
- Tiered - usually maxi length, flare out from the waist, hips or knees, can be complemented with a belt, slits, and various inserts.
- Wedges - models are knitted not as a solid piece, but as separate elements, the number of which is 4, 8 or 12.
- Godet - the upper part of the skirt fits the body, flares out at the bottom. There are options with a low or high waistline.
Knitted skirts of different lengths look great: maxi, midi, mini. Short options are suitable for the summer season. Casual and office items are complemented with a lining, beach ones are worn without it.
Beginners are recommended to practice knitting children's models - short, with a straight cut. If everything works out, you can move on to flared or tapered options.
Texture and density of the pattern
A variety of techniques are used to knit a skirt. The most popular include:
- Plain. Stripes are the simplest knitting, zigzag is often used for making clothing items.
- Simple columns. They represent the first elementary pattern that craftswomen learn.
- Openwork knitting. Reminiscent of lace, looks luxurious, has a wide variety of motifs.
- Shell. Dense, elegant pattern, looks delicate, does not show through.
Summer crochet skirts are often knitted from motifs. The shape of the latter can be square, round or hexagonal. Floral options are popular.
In the knitting process, the density of the fabric is of great importance; the looseness of the knitting depends on it. The value is determined by counting the number of rows and loops on a small sample (10 x 10 cm). Dense patterns are relevant for demi-season and winter models, light ones - for summer ones.
Suitable patterns are selected depending on the available threads, the style of the product, and the skills of the craftswoman. When knitting children's models, in most cases, the "shell" or "zigzag" pattern is used.
Preparing for work
To crochet a beautiful skirt, you need to do some preparatory work. Choose a suitable style, buy yarn and tools. In addition, you will need to take measurements: specify the waist, hips, and the optimal length of the product.
The easiest way is to use ready-made patterns, which are presented in large quantities on thematic resources. To adapt to your own sizes, the parameters of width and length are changed. It is best to transfer the crochet skirt pattern onto graph paper, which allows you to draw lines accurately and quickly.
The product will consist of two parts - front and back. Measure 20 cm from the waist line and draw a horizontal line. It should be equal to the hip circumference. To clarify the density of the fabric, evaluate the features of the pattern, it is recommended to knit a trial sample. On it, the number of loops per section is counted. Using this information, you can adjust the appearance of the future item.
Stages of knitting a skirt taking into account the model
Making a crochet skirt for women requires choosing a suitable pattern. Beginners will need a detailed description of each step. You can make long, lacy and flared items with your own hands.
Long from motives
To create a long crochet skirt, you will need cotton yarn 396 m by 150 g, hook No. 3, fabric for lining, elastic for the belt. The diameter of one motif is 17 cm. The diagrams and description will help you cope with the work:
- Cast on 4 chain stitches and continue working according to the pattern until the motif is fully completed. A total of 25 elements are required.
- The finished patterns are arranged in six rows; when knitting the last line, the motifs must be connected to each other.
- Fill the triangular spaces between the patterns with a grid of one double crochet and one chain stitch.
- Straighten the fabric and knit the belt.
- Tie the hem with a picot pattern.
- Pull an elastic band along the top edge and hem the lining fabric.
When creating a long crochet skirt, it is important to maintain the same density and connect the elements evenly. Otherwise, there is a high risk of distortions, as a result of which the product loses its attractiveness.
Straight openwork
This knitted skirt is made of beige yarn. You will need a hook No. 0.95 for the work. Measure the waist circumference, add another 5 cm to the resulting number - this will be the constant width of the product. In the process of making, you will not need to decrease or add loops. To knit an openwork model, you need to follow the instructions:
- Knitted skirt patterns assume a set of the required number of air loops. For size 44, you will need 14 rapports of the main pattern. It is recommended to pre-knit a test sample to accurately match the parameters of the figure.
- The length of the product is determined in advance. According to this parameter, the optimal number of rapports is knitted. If the product is above the knee, their number reaches 6.
- A piece of fabric matching the color of the yarn is sewn to the belt. A beautiful bow is formed and fixed in the central part. The lining is sewn on.
The process of crocheting a straight skirt is considered the simplest, so it is suitable for beginners. Despite the ease of work, the product is attractive and looks impressive.
Easy flare for beginners
The crochet skirt, which flares out towards the bottom, looks charming. For manufacturing you will need 3 skeins of 100% cotton (396 m by 150 g) for size 36–38. The work is done with tool No. 2.75. At the final stage, the model is supplemented with an elastic band and a petticoat. The actions are performed according to the instructions:
- A chain of 15 air loops is collected.
- 5 lifting loops are performed.
- The pattern for the crochet skirt is shown in the diagram. Further manipulations are performed according to it - as a result, you will get a strip. In total, you will need 10 of them.
- During the work process, the finished elements are attached to each other using connecting posts.
- The elastic and lining are sewn on.
A fluffy skirt will emphasize the femininity and grace of the silhouette, and hide figure flaws. The model looks great in bright and delicate pastel colors.
How to decorate
Even without decoration, a women's skirt made with your own hands will become a practical, stylish wardrobe item. But many fashionistas additionally use various decorative elements to give the products a luxurious look. Beautiful bows on the belt will be suitable decorations; they are crocheted or sewn from fabric. Satin ribbons with an attractive noble shine look charming.
A crocheted lace skirt can be complemented with a drawstring. It is made from a strip of fabric or a folded edge of the product. The finished element looks like a fabric tube, into which ribbons, belts, laces and various ties are threaded.
A lace skirt looks chic without additional decor. But if you want, you can emphasize the originality of the patterns. To do this, just make a petticoat from a contrasting color fabric. The sun style will become more elegant with a lining of light tulle. Beads, stones, rhinestones can be sewn onto the surface of the product.
Crochet items with patterns are original and unique, fit perfectly on the figure and fit organically into almost any image. The finished fabric does not wrinkle, so the skirts always look fresh and neat. With the help of the master classes offered above, even beginner knitters can cope with the work.
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