Knit Skirt Patterns for Summer
We recently rounded up some of our favorite crochet skirt patterns. However, what if you would rather knit a skirt? Well, we’ve got you covered! Here are some knit skirt patterns to give your wardrobe a boost.
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Cable Knit Skirt Pattern
A classic cable knit wool skirt. It’s short enough that you could wear it in summer. However, since it’s dense and made from wool, you can also wear it over tights in fall. This is a Yarnspirations free knit skirt pattern. It’s an intermediate-level design.
Cable Knit Heart Skirt Pattern
Here’s another cable knit skirt. In this one, the stitches form a column of hearts. It’s a stylish, beautiful, easily wearable crochet skirt.
Pencil Skirt Knit Pattern
This is actually a knit cami and skirt pattern set. Wear this sophisticated design over a blouse and tights to the office. The skirt is a relatively simple but very chic pencil skirt. Make it with the cami, or just make it on its own.
Romantic Lace Skirt Pattern
This sportweight lace knit skirt also has a pencil skirt style to it. With vertical lines made from the stitching, it elongates the body beautifully. This skirt leans towards the romantic side.
Knit Wrap Skirt Pattern
Wrap skirts are among the most easy-to-wear skirt styles. This knit version is in stockinette stitch. Designed with lightweight yarn, this is a comfortable summer skirt.
A-Line Knit Skirt Pattern
This is actually another of the knit wrap skirt patterns available through KnitPicks. However, it has a totally different style. It’s a short A-Line Knit Skirt that’s perfect for summer fun.
Fluted A-Line Skirt
Here’s another flattering A-Line Skirt Pattern. However, this skirt has flutes and ribs rather than a wrap. Therefore, it has a totally different design appeal. Which style do you like better?
Knit Panel Skirt Pattern
Make knit panels in alternating colors to create this fun urban skirt. Designed with an elastic waistband, the measurements are easy to customize so you can adapt it to your own sizing.
Ombre Lace Knit Skirt Pattern
This skirt pattern has so much going for it. It’s an ombre in shades of blue that are eye-catching and easy to wear. Knit it in lace, so it’s not only fun to make but beautiful to wear. And it’s a high-low boho skirt that’s great for summer.
Crop Top and Knit Skirt Pattern Set
This flirty shirt and skirt knit pattern set is adaptable to different ages and body types. Work both pieces in the set from the bottom up in the round. Designer Laure Riker says, “The skater skirt features a perfectly matching picot lace hem that’ll show everyone your knitting skills are the creme de la creme!”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a knitted skirt wearable for summer?
Lightweight fiber and open construction! Cotton or cotton blends are the top choice for summer skirts… breathable, machine washable, and they drape beautifully. Linen knits are gorgeous with a natural texture that keeps you cool. Open stitch patterns (lace, mesh, simple eyelets) allow airflow that dense fabric doesn’t. And DK or sport weight rather than bulky keeps the fabric from feeling heavy. A summer knitted skirt should flow and move with you without adding warmth… the yarn choice determines whether that works.
Are knitted skirts appropriate for all body types?
Knitted skirts can be wonderfully flattering across body types! The key is silhouette choice. A flared or A-line knitted skirt is universally flattering because it adds volume at the hem and creates visual balance. Straight silhouettes work beautifully for slimmer hips. Wrap-style knitted skirts adjust to different proportions. And because you’re making it yourself, you control the length… knee length, midi length, maxi length, whatever feels and looks best on YOUR body. That customization is one of the greatest gifts of handmade clothing.
What’s the easiest knitted skirt construction for a first-time skirt knitter?
Top-down or bottom-up circular skirts with simple stockinette or basic stitch patterns are the most approachable. You’re essentially knitting a widening tube from waist to hem (or vice versa), adding increases at regular intervals to flare the skirt. No intricate shaping, no complex construction… just increasing at a consistent rate to create the flare. Add a simple elastic or drawstring waistband and you have a wearable skirt. A basic summer mini or knee-length A-line in cotton DK is a wonderful first skirt project.
How do I make sure a knitted skirt stays up?
Waistband construction is critical! Options: a ribbed waistband with elastic threaded through (the most secure and comfortable), a casing with elastic sewn into it, a drawstring waist, or decreases at the waist for a naturally tapered fit. Ribbing with elastic is the most practical for everyday wear… it grips your waist comfortably without sliding. Make the waistband slightly smaller than your actual waist measurement so it grips rather than sliding. And choose yarn with enough body… very drapey yarns can cause the skirt to slide down throughout the day.
What needle size works for a summer cotton knit skirt?
Check your specific pattern’s gauge requirements, but generally: DK weight cotton knits well on US size 4-6 (3.5-4mm) needles. Sport weight on US size 3-4. The resulting fabric should have some structure without being too stiff… you want fabric that drapes naturally and moves with you. If your fabric feels board-like, go up a needle size. If it’s too loose and drapey, go down one. And as always… swatch in the pattern stitch and match the gauge before casting on the full skirt.
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