The Crochet Sunflower Skirt: A Whimsical Addition to Your Wardrobe

The Crochet Sunflower Skirt is a delightful and whimsical garment that brings a burst of sunshine to any outfit. Made with bright yellow yarn and intricate crochet stitches, this skirt features colorful sunflowers embroidered across the front, creating a playful and cheerful design. The flowy, tiered layers add a touch of elegance, while the soft yarn ensures a comfortable and breathable fit.

Materials

• Worsted weight yarn in the following colors: yellow, brown, green, beige, and gray
• Crochet hook size 4.0 mm (G-6)
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Ribbon for waistband (optional)

Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• tr: treble crochet
• st: stitch

Instructions

Sunflower Motif (Make 5-7 Depending on Skirt Size)

1. Center (Brown)

   • Round 1: Start with a magic ring. Ch 1, 12 sc in the ring. Pull the ring tight and join with a sl st. (12 sts)
   • Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. Join with a sl st. (24 sts)
   • Round 3: Ch 1, (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) around. Join with a sl st. (36 sts)
   • Fasten off and weave in ends.

2. Petals (Yellow)

   • Round 1: Join yellow yarn in any st. Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in the same st, ch 1, skip 1 st, 2 dc in next st around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-3.
   • Round 2: Sl st to ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as dc), 4 dc in same space, sc in next ch-1 space, 5 dc in next ch-1 space around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-3.
   • Round 3: Ch 1, sc in same st, skip next 2 dc, 7 dc in next sc, skip next 2 dc, sc in next dc around. Join with a sl st to first sc.
   • Fasten off and weave in ends.

3. Leaves (Green, Make 2 for Each Sunflower)

   • Ch 10.
   • Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, tr in next 3 ch, dc in next ch, hdc in next ch, sc in last ch. Ch 1, turn.
   • Row 2: Working on the opposite side of the foundation chain, sc in first st, hdc in next st, dc in next st, tr in next 3 sts, dc in next st, hdc in next st, sc in last st.
   • Fasten off and weave in ends.

Skirt Base

1. Waistband (Gray)

   • Ch 150 (or as many chains needed to fit your waist comfortably).
   • Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn.
   • Row 2-5: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn.

2. Skirt Body (Gray)

   • Round 1: Join yarn to the side of the waistband. Ch 2 (counts as hdc), hdc evenly around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-2.
   • Round 2-30 (or Desired Length): Ch 2, hdc in each st around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-2.

3. Lace Hem (Beige)

   • Round 1: Join beige yarn at bottom edge of skirt. Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in each st around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-3.
   • Round 2: Ch 4 (counts as tr), 2 tr in same st, skip 2 sts, 3 tr in next st around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-4.
   • Round 3: Ch 3 (counts as dc), 3 dc in next space between tr clusters around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-3.
   • Round 4: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to first sc. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Assembly

1. Attach sunflowers and leaves to the skirt, positioning them evenly around the waistband.
2. Sew or hot glue the flowers and leaves in place securely.
3. Weave a ribbon through the waistband for an adjustable fit (optional).

Enjoy your beautifully crafted Crochet Sunflower Skirt!