After the incredible response to my Treble Twirl Skirt, I wanted to design another stunning crochet skirt that’s just as wearable but with even more flair and texture. Enter the Nova Flare Skirt! This pattern features the gorgeous almond stitch for added dimension, a practical elastic waistband for a snug fit, and includes helpful instructions to customize the length.

⭐️ Free version is available in size S in my YouTube tutorial: https://youtu.be/8YJgDXUomkQ

Materials

…Yarn
DROPS LOVES YOU 7, 100% cotton, yarn group A (sport weight), color 29 (enamel blue)

Size XS: 400 g / 1360 m
Size S: 450 g / 1530 m
Size M: 500 g / 1700 m
Size L: 600 g / 2040 m
Size XL: 700 g / 2380 m
Size 2XL: 750 g / 2550 m

…Other
Hook: 3 and 3.5 mm
Thin elastic for the waistband
Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape, Stitch Markers

Gauge

Waistband
23.5 sts x 42 rows = 10 x 10 cm

Body
21 sts x 20 rows = 10 x 10 cm

Finished Measurements (in centimeters)

XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL

Waist circumference: 74, 80, 88, 98, 109, 118
Length: 43, 43, 43, 47, 48, 48

The waistband will be intentionally wider than your waist measurement to allow for shaping and flexibility. After completing the skirt, you’ll weave in the elastic as the final step to ensure a snug, comfortable fit.

The pattern includes instructions to lengthen the skirt if desired.

Stitch Key (US terminology)

ch = chain
hdc = half double crochet
hdc blo = half double crochet back loop only
hdc flo = half double crochet front loop only
RS = right side
st = stitch
sts = stitches
slst = slip stitch
slst blo = slip stitch back loop only
slsts = slip stitches
WS = wrong side

Notes

The waistband will be intentionally wider than your waist measurement to allow for shaping and flexibility. After completing the skirt, you’ll weave in the elastic as the final step to ensure a snug, comfortable fit.

The skirt is worked vertically. You’ll start by making two panels, attach the pockets to each, sew the sides together, and finish by weaving elastic into the waistband.

Instructions for adjusting the skirt length are included in the pattern.

Ch 1 at the beginning of each row does not count as a stitch.

I recommend you watch my YouTube tutorial, if there are any uncertainties.