✅ Crochet fashion has made a strong comeback in recent years, and one of the most popular items is the crochet mermaid skirt. This tight knee-length skirt with an opening at the bottom that resembles a mermaid’s tail, has become an icon of bohemian and feminine fashion.
✅ Crochet is an ancient technique that dates back to the 19th century, and that has evolved over time to become a very versatile technique and adaptable to any garment. The crochet mermaid skirt is an example of this, since it can be adapted to different styles and occasions.
✅ In this article, we will explore in detail the history and evolution of this garment, as well as the different patterns, techniques and materials used to create it. We will also analyze how to combine it and wear it on different occasions, from a casual look to a formal event. If you are interested in the crochet fashion and the versatility of this garment, keep reading!
Materials
✅ Fuchsia color, 6 balls.
✅ Gancho D-3.
Measurements
✅ Sizes: 8/10.
Caliber
✅ 15 Stitches x 10 rows = 4”/10 cm in the pattern using hook D-3.
Instructions
The front and rear are worked simultaneously
Start at the waist. 154 Chains + 1 to spin. Follow the pattern for the skirt graphic. 6″ from the beginning, stop doing on both sides on each round: 1 stitch (20x) and 2 stitches (10x). At 17.75″ from the start, finish off.
Hem 1
Make 1 row in single crochet on the skirt (see the red line in the measurement chart, it is just an illustration). Follow the table in drawing 1, repeat from * to * (horizontally) 27x. Once the table is completed, proceed with pattern 2, repeat from * to *. 27 times pattern 1 to add volume, repeat pattern 2 2 times and close. Pattern 2 and closure.
Hem sequence 2
Join the thread in row 20 of the skirt and follow Pattern 1 chart to the other side in row 20, repeat from * to * (horizontally) 16x. Once the diagram is completed, go to diagram 2, repeat from * to * (horizontally) 15x. Once complete proceed to pattern 3, repeat from * to * (horizontally) 16x. Once completed proceed to Pattern 4 chart, repeat from * to * (horizontally) 15x. Once complete proceed to pattern 5 chart, repeat from * to * (horizontally) 15x. Once completed, work as follows: Skip 96 stitches of Pattern 5 and continue with Pattern 6, repeat from * to * (horizontally) 8x. In the central stitches, keep the same number of stitches as at the beginning. Once the graph is completed, finish off.
Finish
Side straps: 60 Chains, make single crochets around the waist (27.5″) and 60 chains. Work single crochet in the chains and waist for 8 rows and close. Make a single crochet in the remaining waist stitches and make a 4” chain cord and in these chains make 1 row in single crochet. Make a 4″ chain and in these chains make 1 row of single crochet and finish off. Attach this bead to the waist strap 10″ from the opposite edge of the other bead to 4″ chains.
