Crochet the Catalina Skirt: A Boho-Chic Fashion Statement

If you're looking to add a touch of boho-chic to your wardrobe, crochet the Catalina Skirt is the way to go! This beautiful pattern combines intricate stitches with a flowy design that is perfect for a day at the beach or a stroll in the park. The Catalina Skirt provides a fun and creative project for crocheters of all skill levels.

Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner looking to expand your crochet skills, this pattern is both engaging and satisfying. The finished product will have you feeling stylish and confident with its unique blend of textures and colors. So grab your crochet hook, pick out your favorite yarn, and get ready to create a stunning piece that will surely turn heads!

Materials Needed

Yarn: Yarn Bee Sugarwheel Cotton (light weight; 100% cotton) in City Beat. 650 yards.

You will need crochet hook size 7 – 4.5mm and a yarn needle to weave in ends.

Gauge and Terminology

Gauge: 12 single crochet x 17 rows = 4″.

This pattern uses US terminology.

Stitches and Terms Used

• Chain (ch)
• Single Crochet (sc)
• Half Double Crochet (hdc)
• Double Crochet (dc)
• Back Loop Only (blo)

Construction Details

The skirt is worked sideways in rows as one piece then closed at the seam. This pattern is a 4-row repeat.

This skirt can be made shorter or longer by adding or subtracting a multiple of 12 from the foundation chain.

The waist size can be altered by changing the number of rows.

Getting Started

RND 1: Start with a slip knot and chain 94. (add multiples of 12 for longer length)

Pattern Instructions

Row 1

Starting in 2nd chain from hook, sc in each of first 10. Hdc in next. 3 dc in next. Dc in each of next 3. *[ch 1, skip 1, dc in next] 3 times. Dc in each of next 6. Repeat from * across until 6 chains remain. [ch 1, skip 1, dc in next] 3 times. At end of row, ch 2 and turn.

Row 2

Working in BLO, Dc in first dc. *[ch 1, skip 1, dc in next] 3 times. Dc in each of next 6. Repeat from * across until 21 stitches remain. [ch 1, skip 1, dc in next] 3 times. Dc in each of next 4. 3 dc in next. Hdc in next. Sc in each of last 10. Ch 1 and turn.

Row 3

BLO. Sc in each of first 10. Hdc in next. 3 dc in next. Dc in each of next 3. *[ch 1, skip 1, dc in next] 3 times. Dc in each of next 6. Repeat from * across until last 10. [ch 1, skip 1, dc in next] 3 times. Dc in each of last 4. Ch 2 and turn.

Row 4

BLO. Dc in each of first 5. *[ch 1, skip 1, dc in next] 3 times. Dc in each of next 6. Repeat from * across until 21 stitches remain. [ch 1, skip 1, dc in next] 3 times. Dc in each of next 4. 3 dc in next. Hdc in next. Sc in each of last 10. Ch 1 and turn.

Row 5

BLO. Sc in each of first 10. Hdc in next. 3 dc in next. Dc in each of next 3. *[ch 1, skip 1, dc in next] 3 times. Dc in each of next 6. Repeat from * across until last 14. [ch 1, skip 1, dc in next] 3 times (leaving 8 open stitches) Ch 2 and turn.

Repeat rows 2-5 until desired waist measurement is reached. On last repeat stop at the end of row 4. Chain 1 and turn.

Fold the skirt over to align the foundation chain. Slip stitch through both thicknesses to seam the skirt.