BerrySnow Skirt
Straight knee length skirt with crochet edge waistband and crochet edge hem, constructed bottom up in 2 panels, with side shaping from waist to hip
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Beginner
Size: Age 4 (6, 8, 10, 12) Sample skirt created for sz 8.
Yarn Description:
§ MY – 1(1,1,2,2) jumbo skein(s) Red Heart With Love; Holly Berry; 100%; 288m/315yds/6oz/170g; Mach Wash Warm, Gentle Cycle/Dry Low Heat (For best results, hand wash and lay flat to dry)
§ CY – 1 skein Red Heart With Love; White; 100%; 370yds/338m/7oz/198g; Mach Wash Warm, Gentle Cycle/Dry Low Heat (For best results, hand wash and lay flat to dry)
Bond Knit Machine: USM Keyplate (KP) #3; Row Counter
Other Materials Needed:
§ Ravel cord
§ Latch tool
§ 1-, 2-, 3-prong transfer tools
§ Sz K-10.5 (6.5mm) crochet hook
§ Metal bent-tip tapestry needles
§ stitch marker
§ claw weights
§ clothespins or rubber bands
§ small gold safety pins
Gauge: 16sts x 27rows = 4” (10cm) using Stockinette stitch
Note: Read ALL instructions thoroughly BEFORE starting to knit. Hip to Waist Shaping varies for each size, so pay special attention to this area of the pattern. Prior to seaming, ensure that pieces are blocked for sizing. Depending on size chosen, 54 (58, 60, 68, 72) needles are required to knit this garment. It is suggested that all instructions for desired size be circled prior to beginning knitting. Full-fashion decrease chart and skirt schematic included.
Special Stitches/Techniques Used:
Full-fashion Decrease (see chart)
Single Crochet
Double Crochet
“V” Stitch Crochet Pattern
Shell- Stitch Crochet Pattern