Top Down Circle Skirt Pattern

Description:

This pattern will guide you through knitting or crocheting a top down circle skirt in the round. The skirt is worked from the waistband down, creating a beautiful flowing garment that can be customized to your desired length and size.

Materials:

• Knitting Needles: US Size 7 / UK Size 7 / 4.5 mm
• Crochet Hook: US Size H-8 / UK Size 6 / 5 mm
• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn - Approximately 800-1000 yards (730-915 meters)
• Tapestry Needle

Gauge:

18 stitches x 24 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch

Sizing:

This pattern is easily adjustable and customizable to your desired waist and hip measurements. The instructions will provide guidance on how to calculate the number of stitches needed based on your measurements.

Instructions:

1. Cast on 8 stitches using your preferred method.
2. Knit 1 row.
3. Increase Row: *K1, M1L (make one left), knit to last st, M1R (make one right), K1* - Repeat this Increase Row every row until you reach your desired waist measurement.
4. Waistband: Work in 2x2 ribbing (K2, P2) for 1 inch (2.5 cm).
5. Skirt Body: Change to stockinette stitch (knit every round) and work until the skirt is your desired length. You can try it on as you go to check the length.
6. Finish: Bind off all stitches using a stretchy bind off method, such as the JSSBO (Jeny's Surprisingly Stretchy Bind Off).
7. Weave in all ends with a tapestry needle.

Finishing Touches:

You can add a waistband with elastic or a drawstring if desired. You can also experiment with different stitch patterns for the waistband or skirt body to add texture and interest to your skirt.

Happy Knitting/Crocheting!