I am thrilled to introduce my latest crochet pattern: the adorable Handkerchief Skirt! This crochet skirt pattern is perfect for spring and summer, and it’s a great way to add a touch of handmade charm to your little one’s wardrobe. In this blog post, I’ll share its design features, and what makes it beginner-friendly.
DESIGN
The Crochet handkerchief Skirt pattern is worked top down, it features a beautiful, flowing design that’s perfect for twirling and playtime. The main stitch used in this pattern is the V stitch, which creates a lovely, lacy texture. This crochet skirt’s handkerchief style adds a sweet, vintage touch that’s sure to delight both kids and parents. With its adjustable waistband and flowing skirt, this pattern is perfect for babies and kids alike
BEGINNER FRIENDLY
One of the best things about this crochet skirt pattern is that it’s incredibly beginner-friendly! If you’re new to crochet, don’t worry – this cute crochet skirt pattern is easy to follow and requires only basic stitches. The V stitch is a great stitch for beginners to learn, and it’s used throughout the pattern. Plus, the crochet skirt’s simple construction means that you can focus on practicing your stitches without getting overwhelmed by complicated shaping or seaming.
YARN
The Crochet handkerchief skirt pattern uses Dk weight yarn. You can use any DK weight yarn that suits your personal preference, a plain color, verigated or alternating different colors of your choice.
MAKE IT YOUR OWN
I used acrylic yarn for this project, you can choose cotton or acrylic yarn for softness and durability, experiment with colors, try ombre, pastels or brights! For extra flair, use a complimentary colour for the waistband or the hem.
SIZES
The easy crochet skirt pattern provides instructions for seven different sizing options, 0-6 months (6-12 months, 1-2 years, 4 years, 6 years, 8 years, 10 years)
This blog post contains instructions for Size 0-6 months. If you like to make it in bigger sizes or you desire to support my craft, the ad-free printable PDF pattern, that contains pictorial guides is available for purchase on Ravelry, LoveCrafts, Ko-fi, and Etsy.
PDF PATTERN
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EASY CROCHET HANDKERCHIEF SKIRT | FREE PATTERN
Size
0-6 months
Skirt Length (inches) measured from the band to the straight end
7 inches
Materials
Dk worsted weight yarn
4.5 mm crochet hook
Scissors
Stitch markers
Stitch Guide (US Version)
Ch: Chain
Dc: Double crochet
Slst: Slip stitch
Fpdc : Front post double crochet
Bpdc : Back post double crochet
V stitch : (Dc, Ch 1, Dc)
Gauge:
16 stitches /10 rows= 10 cm/4 inch square in Dc
Pattern notes
Ch 1 or 2 at the beginning of the round does not count as a stitch
The skirt is worked in rounds.
Ch 4 at the beginning of the round counts as Dc and Ch 1
Pattern instructions
(chain loosely or start with foundation double crochet in the round, so that the band will be stretchy)
Ch 60, join in the round with a slst. make sure you don’t twist when you joining in round
Round 1: Ch 2, Dc in the first stitch and into each stitch around. Finish round with a Slst to first Dc.
Round 2: Ch 2, Fpdc around the post of the first stitch, Bpdc around the post of the next stitch, Fpdc around the post of the next stitch repeat around the round. Finish round with Bpdc around the post of the last stitch. Finish round with a Slst to first stitch. 60 stitches.
Round 3: repeat round 2
Round 4: Ch 1, Sc into the first stitch and into each stitch around. Finish round with a Slst to first Dc. 60 stitches
Round 5: Ch 4 (mark the 3rd chain) Dc in the first stitch, Ch 3, V stitch in the same stitch, skip 2, V stitch in the next stitch repeat 3 times, skip 2 (V stitch, Ch 3, V stitch) in the next stitch. skip 2, V stitch in the next stitch repeat 3 times, skip 2 (V stitch, Ch 3, V stitch) in the next stitch. skip 2, V stitch in the next stitch repeat 3 times, skip 2 (V stitch, Ch 3, V stitch) in the next stitch. skip 2, V stitch in the next stitch repeat 3 times, skip 2, Slst to the 3rd chain at the beginning of the round.
Round 6: slst into the Ch 1 space, Ch 4 (mark the 3rd chain) Dc in the same space, (V stitch, Ch3, V stitch) in the Ch 3 space, make a V stitch in each Ch 1 space, until you get to the next Ch 3 space, (V stitch, Ch 3, V stitch) in the Ch 3 space repeat around. Make a V stitch in each Ch 1 space. Finish the round with a slst to the 3rd chain at the beginning of the round.
Round 7 – Round 14: slst into the Ch 1 space, Ch 4 (mark the 3rd chain) Dc in the same space, make V stitch in each Ch 1 space until you get to the Ch 3 space, (V stitch, Ch3, V stitch) in the Ch 3 space, make a V stitch in each Ch 1 space, until you get to the next Ch 3 space (V stitch, Ch 3, V stitch) in the Ch 3 space repeat around. Make a V stitch in each Ch 1 space. Finish round with a slst to the 3rd chain at the beginning of the round.
Finishing
Make a long chain and pass it through the waistband
Weave in the end
Finished Project
UK VERSION
EASY CROCHET HANDKERCHIEF SKIRT | FREE PATTERN
Size
0-6 months
Skirt Length (inches) measured from the band to the straight end
7 inches
Materials
Dk worsted weight yarn
4.5 mm crochet hook
Scissors
Stitch markers
Stitch Guide (UK Version)
Ch: Chain
Tr: Treble crochet
Slst: Slip stitch
Fptr : Front post treble crochet
Bptr : Back post treble crochet
V stitch : (Tr, Ch 1, Tr)
Gauge:
16 stitches /10 rows= 10 cm/4 inch square in Tr
Pattern notes
Ch 1 or 2 at the beginning of the round does not count as a stitch
The skirt is worked in rounds.
Ch 4 at the beginning of the round counts as Tr and Ch 1
Pattern instructions
(chain loosely or start with foundation double crochet in the round, so that the band will be stretchy)
Ch 60, join in the round with a slst. make sure you don’t twist when you joining in round
Round 1: Ch 2, Tr in the first stitch and into each stitch around. Finish round with a Slst to first Tr.
Round 2: Ch 2, Fptr around the post of the first stitch, Bptr around the post of the next stitch, Fptr around the post of the next stitch repeat around the round. Finish round with Bptr around the post of the last stitch. Finish round with a Slst to first stitch. 60 stitches.
Round 3: repeat round 2
Round 4: Ch 1, Sc into the first stitch and into each stitch around. Finish round with a Slst to first Tr. 60 stitches
Round 5: Ch 4 (mark the 3rd chain) Tr in the first stitch, Ch 3, V stitch in the same stitch, skip 2, V stitch in the next stitch repeat 3 times, skip 2 (V stitch, Ch 3, V stitch) in the next stitch. skip 2, V stitch in the next stitch repeat 3 times, skip 2 (V stitch, Ch 3, V stitch) in the next stitch. skip 2, V stitch in the next stitch repeat 3 times, skip 2 (V stitch, Ch 3, V stitch) in the next stitch. skip 2, V stitch in the next stitch repeat 3 times, skip 2, Slst to the 3rd chain at the beginning of the round.
Round 6: slst into the Ch 1 space, Ch 4 (mark the 3rd chain) Tr in the same space, (V stitch, Ch3, V stitch) in the Ch 3 space, make a V stitch in each Ch 1 space, until you get to the next Ch 3 space, (V stitch, Ch 3, V stitch) in the Ch 3 space repeat around. Make a V stitch in each Ch 1 space. Finish the round with a slst to the 3rd chain at the beginning of the round.
Round 7 – Round 14: slst into the Ch 1 space, Ch 4 (mark the 3rd chain) Tr in the same space, make V stitch in each Ch 1 space until you get to the Ch 3 space, (V stitch, Ch3, V stitch) in the Ch 3 space, make a V stitch in each Ch 1 space, until you get to the next Ch 3 space (V stitch, Ch 3, V stitch) in the Ch 3 space repeat around. Make a V stitch in each Ch 1 space. Finish round with a slst to the 3rd chain at the beginning of the round.
Finishing
Make a long chain and pass it through the waistband
Weave in the end
Finished Project
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