Stripes of ice cream colors in a wavy stitch pattern grace the lower edge of Kat Coyles free-spirited skirt. The skirt is worked in stockinette stitch from the waist down, then changes to the popular feather and fan pattern, with the number of stitches in the pattern repeats gradually increasing to produce a gentle A-line shape. A drawstring snugs in the waist, and a lace edging finishes the hem.

Finished Size: 27 (34 1/2)" (68.5 [87.5] cm) waist circumference and 38 (45)" (96.5 [114.5] cm) hip circumference measured 8" (20.5 cm) below waistband. Skirt shown in smaller size.
Yarn: Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece (80% cotton, 20% merino; 21 5 yd [197 m]/100 g): #CW22 0 provincial rose (dark rose; MC), 2 (3) skeins; #CW22 5 coral sunset (peach), #CW625 terracotta canyon (orange), #CW61
Yarn weight: #3 - Light
Gauge: 20 sts and 28 rnds
Needles: Skirt body: Sizes 5, 6, and 7 (3.75 mm, 4 mm, and 4.5 mm): 24" (60-cm) circular (cir). Edging: Size 7 (4.5 mm): 2 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); tapestry needle; size F/5 (3.75-mm) crochet hook
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Spring 2005