Herringbone Skirt
Discover the beauty of timeless fashion with our deceptively simple yet elegantly designed skirt, perfect for knitters looking to create something special. This classically shaped skirt features a stylish miniature herringbone stitch, making it ideal for showcasing pretty, tweedy yarns that will elevate your wardrobe. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, this pattern will guide you step-by-step to achieve a stunning result.
We are excited to offer this pattern as a standalone download, allowing you to start crafting right away! It's perfect for anyone seeking to enhance their knitting repertoire with a chic and fashionable piece.
Finished Measurements
The skirt has a hip circumference, measured 8" / 20.5cm below the waist, of 35.25 (37, 38.25, 39.75, 42, 43.75, 46, 47.25, 49.5, 52.25)" / 88.5 (92.5, 95.5, 99.5, 105.5, 109.5, 115, 118, 123.5, 130.5)cm. The elegant length of the skirt is 18" / 45.5cm, making it a versatile choice for various occasions.
Materials You'll Need
For this project, we recommend using Stonehedge Fiber Mill Shepherd’s Wool, which is a high-quality, 100% wool yarn available in various beautiful colors. For this pattern, you will need Granite color; the quantities required are: 5 (5, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 6, 7, 7) skeins, with each skein providing 230 yards / 210 meters for a total of 45g.
Additionally, you'll need the following tools: a 24-inch US #4 / 3.5mm circular needle, US #4 / 3.5mm double-pointed needles, and a spare needle to hold stitches for grafting.
Don’t forget to prepare your project with essential accessories such as a stitch marker, stitch holders or waste yarn, a yarn needle, a 7" / 18cm zipper, one button, and 0.5" / 13mm wide buttonhole elastic (to fit waist +2" / 5cm). To complete your garment, you will also require a sewing needle and matching thread.
To assist you in your crafting journey, we've included a helpful [brief grafting tutorial][1] for this project on the Knit Edge website, ensuring you have all the resources you need for success.
Embrace your creativity and turn heads with this stunning knitted skirt! Perfect for everyday wear or special occasions, it’s a must-have addition to your knitting pattern collection.
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