Twirl into style with this Crochet Marina Skirt Pattern that’s flirty, easy, and perfect for adding a cute handmade twist to your summer wardrobe.
The Marina is the perfect blend of elegance and comfort, making it a must-have addition to your handmade wardrobe. Designed with a soft and stretchy polyester-acrylic blend, this pattern ensures a flattering fit with just the right amount of give.
Stunning Crochet Marina Skirt Pattern You’ll Love to Wear
The combination of crossed double crochet, crab stitch, and vertical posts creates a beautifully textured fabric that enhances the skirt’s structure. You can easily adjust the sizing to fit your high waist and hips, with seamless increases for a custom-tailored look. Finish it off with stylish ruffles and optional embellishments like pearl beads or an elastic waistband for a chic and polished result. Whether you’re crocheting it for yourself or as a thoughtful handmade gift, this pattern is a rewarding and stylish project.
Materials and Preparation
- Yarn: Polyester-acrylic blend (soft & stretchy)
- Hook: 4 mm crochet hook
Foundation:
- Start with a foundation half double crochet chain (even number of stitches)
- Length should wrap around your high waist or hip area
Pattern Instructions
Joining the Ends
- Ensure the chain isn’t twisted
- Slip stitch into the first half double crochet to join
Row 2: Crossed Double Crochet
- Chain 2, skip one stitch, place a double crochet in the next stitch
- Go back to the skipped stitch and do a double crochet (crossing the stitches)
- Repeat around
For Row 3: Double Crochet
- Chain 2, turn
- Double crochet into each stitch around
- Slip stitch to join
Row 4: Crab Stitch (Reverse Single Crochet)
- Chain 1 (do not turn)
- Work into the front loops only
- Reverse single crochet: Insert hook into front loop, grab yarn, pull under and through, yarn over, pull through both loops
- Repeat around, slip stitch to finish
Row 1 Repeat
- Chain 2, flip work to the back
- Double crochet into the back loops
Continue Pattern Repeat
- Repeat Rows 2-4 until ready to increase for the hip width
Increasing for Hip Width
- Place stitch markers where increases will go
- Increase during double crochet rows by placing two double crochets in marked stitches
Continue the Body of the Skirt
- Add increases until the skirt comfortably fits around your hips
- Continue working even until the desired length is reached
- End with a crab stitch row
Vertical Post Stitch Detailing
- Double crochet to where a front post is desired
- Skip the crab stitch row and find the corresponding double crochet stitch
- Place hook behind the double crochet post, pull up a loop, and complete a double crochet
- Repeat as spaced as desired
Stacking Post Stitches
- Chain 2, turn
- Work back post double crochet until reaching the first front post stitch
- Place hook behind the front post, pull up a loop, and complete a double crochet
- Repeat around
Adding Ruffles
- Chain 2, turn
- Work 2 half double crochets in the first stitch, then 3 half double crochets in every stitch around
- Slip stitch to finish
Finishing Touches (Optional)
- Add a string of pearl beads
- Attach an elastic waistband for a more secure fit
Final Steps
- Weave in all loose ends
- Once the repeating rows and increases are mastered, the skirt builds up quickly
