Berroco Neoma Skirt Knitting Pattern

Berroco Neoma Lace Skirt Pattern

Garment Overview

Neoma is an intermediate-level knitted skirt designed by Åsa Buchta. This downloadable PDF pattern features a sophisticated lace construction with a fitted waistband that transitions into a flared lower edge. The skirt is worked seamlessly from the top down in the round, offering a modern silhouette with negative to positive ease options for customized fit.

Finished Measurements

The pattern is available in 16 sizes ranging from extra-small to extra-large:

• Waist Circumference: 24" to 57" (61 cm to 145 cm)
• Lower Edge Circumference: 60" to 93" (152.5 cm to 236 cm)
• Length: 24½" (62 cm) for all sizes
• Recommended ease: Approximately 2" (5 cm) negative ease to 2" (5 cm) positive ease

Knitting Techniques

Neoma employs several key knitting techniques to achieve its elegant construction. The top-down seamless method allows knitters to work continuously in the round from the waist downward, eliminating the need for seaming. The lace technique is incorporated into the design, creating openwork patterns that add visual interest and drape to the skirt. The pattern utilizes worked-in-the-round construction, which ensures a smooth, professional finish without visible seams along the sides.

Stitches and Stitch Techniques

The primary stitch used throughout this pattern is stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric base. Lace stitches are integrated into the design to create decorative openwork sections. The pattern requires knitters to work with stitch markers to track pattern repeats and the beginning of round, ensuring accuracy throughout the construction process.

Yarn Requirements

Neoma is designed to be knitted using two yarns held together throughout the entire project:

• Berroco Lanas Light (100 grams per ball) in #78136 Charcoal (Main Color): 3 to 5 balls depending on size
• Berroco Aerial (25 grams per ball) in #3462 Raven (Contrasting Color): 4 to 6 balls depending on size

The combination of these two yarns—one a heavier wool-blend and one a lightweight novelty yarn—creates a unique fabric with excellent drape and visual texture when held together.

Needles and Notions

The pattern requires circular needles in multiple sizes to accommodate the decreasing stitch count as the waistband is worked:

• 24" (60 cm) circular needle, size 3 (3.25 mm) for the ribbed waistband
• 24" (60 cm) circular needle, size 5 (3.75 mm) for initial lace work
• 40" (100 cm) circular needle, size 5 (3.75 mm) for the body of the skirt
• Optional 60" (152 cm) circular needle, size 5 (3.75 mm) for knitters who prefer longer needles

Additional notions include stitch markers (with one in a contrasting color to mark the beginning of round), a tapestry needle for weaving in ends, 1–2 yards of 2" (5 cm) wide elastic for the waistband casing, an extra-large safety pin for threading the elastic, and sewing needle with thread to secure the elastic.

Gauge and Blocking

The pattern specifies a gauge of 24 stitches and 28 rounds over 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch using the larger needle size (5 / 3.75 mm) with both yarns held together. Gauge is measured after blocking, making it essential to block your gauge swatch before beginning the skirt to ensure accurate finished measurements. Proper gauge checking is critical for achieving the intended fit across all size options.

Pattern Features

The Neoma skirt showcases a sophisticated design with a fitted waistband that features elastic casing for comfort and security. The transition from waist to hip utilizes lace patterning that gradually expands into the flared lower edge. The