Pattern Description:
The Sagebrush Crochet Skirt is a stylish, top-down design that’s quick to make and enjoyable for all skill levels.
Beginning with a sturdy ribbed band, the skirt flows into an elegant, repeating lace pattern worked in joined rounds.
Its adjustable length makes it easy to customize, while the breathable cotton yarn ensures comfort. Perfect for layering, this flattering skirt transitions effortlessly through every season.
Materials Needed & Measurements:
Materials Needed
| Item | Specification | |
| Yarn | Lion Brand Yarn 24/7 Cotton, Worsted #4 yarn (100% Mercerized Cotton; 186 yds/170 m per 3.5 oz/100 g skein). Natural fibers and blends may feel best. | |
| Yarn Quantity | Denim 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 4) skeins. | |
| Hook | US Size G/6 (4.00 mm) crochet hook. | |
| Other Tools | Scissors, Measuring Tape, Yarn needle. | |
| Notions | ½” Buttons (2). |
Recommended substitute yarns for Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton include Lily Sugar’n Cream, Bernat Handicrafter Cotton, and Knit Picks Dishie Cotton.
Gauge
The pattern stitches measure the crochet skirt fabric, not the single crochet waist band:
- 13 pattern Sts = 4”.
- 7 pattern rows = 4”.
Finished Measurements
The pattern instructions are written for 6 sizes, with measurements in inches:
| Measurement | Sizes (inches) | |
| Waist | 30 (32, 34, 36, 38, 40)”. | |
| Hips | 40 (42, 44, 46, 48, 50)”. | |
| Length | 14 (15, 15, 15, 16, 16)”. |
Pattern Notes
The length of this crochet skirt may be adjusted as desired by adding or omitting further repeats of joined rounds.
To determine the waist size, measure around the torso at the belly button for a high-waisted fit, and follow the instructions for the band measurement that is the closest match.
Band – 30 (32, 34, 36, 38, 40)” Sizes
Ch 109 (115, 121, 127, 133, 139).
- Row 1 (Right Side): Skip 1 Ch (not a St), Sc into each Ch across – 108 (114, 120, 126, 132, 138) Sc.
- Row 2: Ch 2 (not a St), turn, Dc into each St across – 108 (114, 120, 126, 132, 138) Dc.
- Row 3: Ch 1 (not a St), turn, Sc into each St across – 108 (114, 120, 126, 132, 138) Sc.
- Row 4: Repeat Row 2.
- Row 5: Repeat Row 3. Do not fasten off; continue immediately to Skirt instructions for the desired size.
Abbreviations Used:
- Ch(s) = chain(s)
- Sc = single crochet
- Dc = double crochet
- Sl St = slip stitch
- St(s) = stitch(es)
Instructions for Making the Sagebrush Skirt Pattern:
Crochet Skirt Instructions
- Round 1 (Right Side): Ch 3 (first Dc), Dc into first St of Band Row 5, [Ch 1, skip 1 St, (Dc, Ch 3, Dc) in next St, Ch 1, skip 1 St, Dc in next 3 Sts] 17 (18, 19, 20, 21, 22) times, Ch 1, skip 1 St, (Dc, Ch 3, Dc), Ch 1, Dc, Sl St into top of first St to join – 180 (190, 200, 210, 220, 230) Sts.
- Round 2: Ch 4 (first Dc + Ch 1), [7 Dc in Ch-3 space, Ch 1, Dc in 2nd Dc of next 3-Dc group, Ch 1] 17 (18, 19, 20, 21, 22) times, 7 Dc in next Ch-3 space, Ch 1, Sl St to 3rd Ch of beginning Ch-3 to join – 180 (190, 200, 210, 220, 230) Sts.
- Round 3: Ch 6 (first Dc + Ch 3), Dc in same St, [Ch 1, skip 3 Sts, Dc in next 3 Sts, Ch 1, skip 3 Sts, (Dc, Ch 3, Dc) in next] 17 (18, 19, 20, 21, 22) times, Ch 1, skip 3 Sts, Dc in next 3 Sts, Ch 1, Sl St into top of first St to join – 180 (190, 200, 210, 220, 230) Sts.
- Round 4: Ch 3, work 6 Dc into same Ch-3 space, Ch 1, [Dc in 2nd Dc of 3-Dc group, Ch 1, work 7 Dc into Ch-3 space, Ch 1] 17 (18, 19, 20, 21, 22) times, Dc into 2nd Dc of 3-Dc group, Ch 1, Sl St into top of first St to join – 180 (190, 200, 210, 220, 230) Sts.
- Round 5: Sl St into each of next 2 Sts, Ch 3, Dc in next 2 Sts, [Ch 1, skip 3 Sts, (Dc, Ch 3, Dc) into next St, Ch 1, skip 3 Sts, Dc into next 3] 17 (18, 19, 20, 21, 22) times, Ch 1, skip 3 Sts, (Dc, Ch 3, Dc) into next St, Ch 1, skip 3 Sts, Sl St into top of first St to join – 180 (190, 200, 210, 220, 230) Sts.
- Round 6: Sl St into next St, Ch 4 (first Dc + Ch 1), [work 7 Dc into Ch-3 space, Ch 1, Dc into 2nd Dc of next 3-Dc group, Ch 1] 17 (18, 19, 20, 21, 22) times, work 7 Dc into Ch-3 space, Ch 1, Sl St into top of first St to join – 180 (190, 200, 210, 220, 230) Sts.
Repeat rounds 3-6 until 20 (22, 22, 22, 24, 24) rounds are complete, making sure to end on a Round 4 (6, 6, 6, 4, 4) repeat. Fasten off.
Band Border
- With the Right Side of the Band facing, attach yarn into the end of Row 1.
- Round 1 (Right Side): Ch 1 (not a St), Sc into each Sc row end, work 2 Sc into each Dc row end.
Rotate to work up the left side. Sc into side of Row 5, Ch 3 (1st buttonhole), Sc into side of Row 3, Ch 3 (2nd buttonhole), Sc into side of Row 1.
Rotate to work across Row 1. Sc into each St across, Sl St into top of first St to join, fasten off.
Finishing
- Buttons: Attach ½” buttons to the 3rd Dc of the Band on Row 2 and Row 4, positioning them opposite the buttonholes created in the Band Border.
- Fasten off.
- Sew in all ends, and trim excess yarn.
