Worked in
the round from the top down, this crochet skirt has double-crochet at the top for
coverage, and then it flows out into longer treble-crochet, with increases to
create gently undulating flares. Elastic cord is crocheted into the waistband
for an easy fit.
Designer: Victoria Hewerdine-Thornton
Finished Size: 22 (26, 30, 34, 38)" waist circumference;
32 (36, 40, 44, 48)" hip circumference; 20" long. Garment shown measures
26" at waist after elastic is added to waistband, with 4" ease at
both waist (before adding elastic) and hip.
Yarn: Lion Brand LB Collection Cotton Bamboo
(52% cotton, 48% rayon from bamboo; 245 yd [224 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #174
snapdragon, 4 (4, 5, 5, 6) balls.
Hook Sizes: G/6 (4 mm); H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook
size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: 8 st markers (m); 2 lengths of elastic
cord each long enough to fit waist plus about 14" extra; yarn needle.
Gauge: 16 sts and 10 rows = 4" in
dc with smaller hook.