Knitted Beautiful Skirt

Oh, how delightful is a knitted beautiful skirt! The intricate patterns and cozy feel of a well-crafted knitted skirt can effortlessly elevate any outfit. Whether it's a casual day out or a special occasion, a knitted skirt brings warmth and style together in perfect harmony. The versatility and charm of a knitted skirt make it a lovely addition to any wardrobe, embracing comfort without compromising on fashion. So, why not add a touch of handmade beauty to your attire with a knitted beautiful skirt?

SIZE

S[M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X] (shown in size M)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Waist circumference: 27[31, 35, 39, 43, 47, 51] inches before elastic insertion

Note: This skirt is designed to be worn 2-3 inches below natural waist.

Hip circumference: 34[38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58] inches

Hem circumference: 55[59, 63, 67, 71, 75, 79] inches

Length: 23.5[23.5, 23.5, 24, 24, 24, 24.5] inches

MATERIALS

Artfibers Zoe [25% viscose, 75% nylon; 208yd/190m per 100g cone]; color: #7; approx. 800[900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1400] yd/732[823, 915, 1006, 1098, 1189, 1280] meters

Recommended needle size:

• 1 29-inch US #6/4mm circular needle
• 1 29-inch US #8/5mm circular needle
• [always use a needle size that gives you the gauge listed below -- every knitter's gauge is unique]
• Note: Larger sizes may prefer to use longer needles.
• 4 Stitch markers; be sure one marker is different from the others
• Tapestry needle
• Sewing needle and thread
• Large safety pin or bodkin
• 0.5-inch wide elastic, approx. 1[1, 1, 1.5, 1.5, 1.5, 1.5]yd/0.9[0.9, 0.9, 1.4, 1.4, 1.4, 1.4]m

GAUGE

20 sts/30 rows = 4 inches in stockinette st using larger needle

PATTERN NOTES

[Knitty's list of standard abbreviations and techniques can be found here]

Make Star: K5tog without dropping sts from left needle, yo, k same 5 sts together again without dropping from left needle, yo, k same 5 sts together again and drop from left needle.

Make Star Increase: K4tog without dropping sts from left needle, yo, k same 4 sts together again without dropping from left needle, yo, k same 4 sts together again and drop from left needle. Group of 4 sts has been increased to 5 sts.

Make Small Star: K3tog without dropping sts from left needle, yo, k same 3 sts together again and drop from left needle.

Star Stitch (Worked in the round over a multiple of 4 sts):

Round 1: K all sts.

Round 2: [K1, make small star] to end.

Round 3: K all sts.

Round 4: k2, *Make Small Star, k1, repeat from * to last st, slip remaining st to right needle, remove marker, replace st on left needle, Make Small Star, replacing marker after 1st st of star.

Repeat these 4 rounds for Star Stitch.

DIRECTIONS

Waistband:

Using smaller needle, CO 136[156, 176, 196, 216, 236, 256] sts, leaving a yarn tail approx. 12 inches long. Place marker (use marker which is different from others) and join to begin working in the round, being careful not to twist.

K 4 rounds.

P 1 round; this round forms turning ridge for waistband elastic casing.

K 3 rounds.

Fold work to WS along turning ridge so that CO edge is directly behind sts on needle.

Next Round: [Insert tip of left needle into st of CO edge which is directly behind first st on needle, k this st together with first stitch on needle] to last 10 sts; k to end. This leaves an opening through which elastic will later be inserted.

Shape Hips:

Next Round: Using larger needle, [k34(39, 44, 49, 54, 59, 64), place marker] 3 times, k34[39, 44, 49, 54, 59, 64].

Continue to use larger needle throughout.

K 3 rounds.

Star Round: [K1, make star, k to 6 sts before next marker, make star, k1] 4 times.

K 4 rounds.

Star Increase Round: [K1, make star increase, k to 5 sts before next marker, make star increase, k1] 4 times.

K 4 rounds.

Repeat these 10 rounds 3 times more. 168[188, 208, 228, 248, 268, 288] sts; 42[47, 52, 57, 62, 67, 72] sts in each panel.

Shape Body of Skirt:

[Work Star Round, k 4 rounds] 3 times.

Work Star Increase Round. K 4 rounds.

Repeat these 20 rounds 3 times more. 200[220, 240, 260, 280, 300, 320] sts; 50,

55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80] sts in each panel.

Shape Flare:

Work Star Increase Round.

K 4 rounds.

Repeat these 5 rounds 8[8, 8, 9, 9, 9, 10] times more. 272[292, 312, 340, 360, 380, 408] sts; 68[73, 78, 85, 90, 95, 102] sts in each panel.

Work measures 22.5[22.5, 22.5, 23, 23, 23, 23.5] inches.

Lower Border:

Work 8 rounds in Star Stitch.

Loosely BO all sts.

FINISHING

Use safety pin or bodkin to run elastic through waistband. Try on skirt and adjust elastic for a comfortable fit, overlapping ends and pinning in place. Ensure that elastic is not twisted.

Trim elastic so that ends overlap approx. 1 inch, and sew securely.

Use yarn tail from CO to sew casing closed.

Steam hem of skirt to prevent rolling. If you used a yarn that insists on curling, work 1-2 rounds of single crochet around hem.

Weave in ends.