Alida Place Skirt Knitting Pattern

Alida Place Skirt in Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling Yarn

What is Being Made

The Alida Place Skirt is a knitted skirt pattern available in six sizes ranging from Small to 3X. This intermediate-level knitting project produces a finished skirt with a waist measurement of approximately 30 to 48 inches and a hip measurement of approximately 36.5 to 55.5 inches, with finished length ranging from 26 to 27.5 inches depending on size selected.

Techniques Used

This knitting pattern employs several fundamental knitting techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. The pattern incorporates increases and decreases to shape the garment, using the M1 (make 1) increase method, which involves lifting the horizontal strand between needles and knitting it through the back loop to add stitches. The pattern also uses the ssk (slip, slip, knit) decrease technique, where two stitches are slipped individually to the right needle, then knitted together through the front loops to reduce stitch count. These shaping techniques allow the skirt to fit properly at the waist and hip.

Stitches Used

The Alida Place Skirt uses multiple stitch patterns to create texture and structure. K1, p1 Rib is worked over an odd number of stitches, alternating knit and purl stitches to create an elastic ribbed fabric. This ribbing is commonly used for waistbands and cuffs to provide stretch and recovery. Stitch Pattern #1 is worked over a multiple of 4 stitches plus 1 additional stitch and begins with a knit row on the right side. Stitch Pattern #2 provides an alternative textured section within the skirt design. The combination of these stitch patterns creates visual interest and varied fabric characteristics throughout the garment.

Gauge and Sizing

Proper gauge is essential for this project. Stitch Pattern #1 requires a gauge of 18 stitches plus 28 rows equaling approximately 4 inches in 10 centimeters. Stitch Pattern #2 requires a gauge of 22 stitches plus 28 rows equaling approximately 4 inches in 10 centimeters. The pattern is written for the smallest size with changes for larger sizes provided in parentheses throughout the instructions. Knitters are advised to circle all numbers pertaining to their chosen size before beginning to avoid confusion during construction.

Materials and Tools

The Alida Place Skirt is designed to be worked in Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling yarn (Art. #202) in the colorway #121 Almond. Yardage requirements range from 4 balls for smaller sizes to 6 balls for the largest sizes. The pattern calls for Lion Brand knitting needles size 7 (4.5 mm) for the main fabric construction. Additional supplies include Lion Brand stitch markers to help track pattern repeats and shaping points, and a Lion Brand large-eyed blunt needle for weaving in yarn ends and seaming if necessary. The anti-pilling properties of the yarn help maintain the skirt's appearance through regular wear and washing.

Pattern Details

This is Pattern Number M20409 BSAP, a free knitting pattern published by Lion Brand Yarn Company. The pattern is classified as Intermediate skill level, making it suitable for knitters with some experience who are comfortable working with increases, decreases, and multiple stitch patterns. The downloadable PDF format allows crafters to access the complete instructions digitally and print them for reference while working.