The Shell Stitch Skirt uses the same texture as the Tutti Frutti Set but tells a whole new story.

Worked from the waistband down, it’s flared, swishy, and light, with comfy pockets and a stretchy elastic waist. Includes tips for customizing the length and wearing it high or low on the waist.

Need extra help? Check out my step-by-step youtube tutorial, which walk you through the pattern with tips and visuals for extra support!

⭐️ Free version is available in my YouTube tutorial:
https://youtu.be/WlCwY-fEYew

Materials

…Yarn
Yarn A: DROPS LOVES YOU 7, 100% cotton, yarn group A (sport weight), color 45 (bright sand)
200 g / 680m (250 g / 850 m, 300 g / 1020 m, 350 g / 1190 m, 400 g / 1360 m, 450 g / 1530m)

Yarn B: DROPS LOVES YOU 7, 100% cotton, yarn group A (sport weight), color 32 (pearl)
175 g / 595m (175 g / 595m, 200 g / 680 m, 225 g / 765 m, 300 g / 1020 m, 350 g / 1190m)

Yarn C: DROPS LOVES YOU 7, 100% cotton, yarn group A (sport weight), color 01 (white)
175 g / 595m (175 g / 595m, 200 g / 680 m, 225 g / 765 m, 300 g / 1020 m, 350 g / 1190m)

…Other
Hook: 3.5 and 4 mm
Thin elastic for the waistband
Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape, Stitch Markers

Gauge

Waistband (fpdc, bpdc)
24 sts x 11.5 rows = 10 x 10 cm

Body (Shell Stitch)
18 sts (3 shells + 3 sc) x 10 rows = 10 x 10 cm (in shell stitch, 4 mm hook)

Finished Measurements (in centimeters)

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

Waist Circumference: 55, 61, 69, 79, 89, 99
Length: 49, 49, 53, 53, 57, 57
Skirt Opening Width: 137, 151, 164, 191, 217, 244

Specialty Stitch & Technique Key

Shell Stitch

Stitch Key (US terminology)

ch = chain
dc = double crochet
RS = right side
sc = single crochet
sc blo = single crochet back loop only
sk = skip
slst = slip stitch
st = stitch
sts = stitches
WS = wrong side

Notes

The skirt is worked from the waistband down. You’ll make two panels, attach the pockets, sew the sides together, and finish by weaving elastic into the waistband.

This skirt is designed to be very wide at the bottom to create a flowy, dramatic shape. The skirt opening width ranges from 137 to 244 cm (sizes XS to 2XL). For the best fit and look, it should be worn high on the waist. If you prefer to wear it lower on your hips, consider choosing a smaller size so it doesn’t feel too loose or overwhelming.

At the end of each shell stitch row, don’t cut the yarn—just drop it and pick it back up when it’s time to use it again. You’ll alternate rows in this order: yarn A, then yarn B, then yarn C, and repeat—A, B, C.

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

Odd numbered rows on the “Body” are the RS.

Ch 2 and ch 1 at the beginning of each row don’t count as a stitch

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