Moonchild - 2 Skirts
Two graceful variations of my Moonchild Set
These two knit and crochet skirts are a part of my Moonchild Collection—a light summer knit & crochet set. Moonchild halter-tops, lacy skirts, a brimmed sunhat, romantic bolero, and a chic bracelet create a perfect beach and leisure assembly. Read about it and get the pattern below!
A New Chapter for Moonchild
When I first designed the Moonchild Set, I imagined it as a versatile blend of elegance and comfort — a top and skirt that work beautifully together. But as always with handmade fashion, new ideas keep growing from the old ones. This time, the skirt asked for a life of its own. The result is the Moonchild Long Skirt, a flowing variation that you can now crochet as a stand-alone piece.
From Set to Skirt
The original set was all about balance: a top to highlight the shoulders, and a skirt to ground the look. But the skirt quickly showed me it could go further. Worked in the same stitch rhythm as the set, this longer version drapes with more movement and presence. It’s romantic, yet simple, and pairs just as well with everyday tops as it does with something dressier.
Why You’ll Love It
- A graceful, wearable design that works year-round.
- Clear step-by-step instructions with diagrams.
- The freedom to style it your way — boho, casual, or elegant.
Whether you already crocheted the full Moonchild Set or you’re meeting Moonchild for the first time, this skirt is an invitation to add something timeless to your wardrobe.
Styling Moonchild in Earthy Tones and Black
In the photos, I paired the Moonchild Long Skirt with a sleeveless black top, an open short-sleeved beige shirt, a boho necklace, earrings, and a summer bag I’ve had for years. The tones of beige from the skirt, hat, bag, and jewelry blend beautifully with the deep black of the top and my hair. This mix shows how well the Moonchild pieces work with other clothes and accessories, and how soft, earthy shades come alive when contrasted with black.
Moonchild Long Skirt
Two Ways to Crochet & Knit Moonchild
If you’re drawn to the full experience, the Moonchild Set pattern (9.50 EUR) still includes instructions for both the top and skirt. But if it’s only the skirt that has caught your heart, I’ve extracted the instructions into a separate tutorial for the Moonchild Long and Short Skirts. This tutorial is available on its own for 5.50 EUR, making it easy to dive into the project without committing to the whole set.
level
To make the long or short Moonchild Skirt you will need elementary level of crocheting and knitting skills. Stitches used in this pattern are:
Crochet – chain, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet
Knitting – knit stitches, dropped stitches
size
The skirt is suitable for any size, and the pattern is written for sizes S-M-L-XL-2XL-3XL.
Skirt length
- Long pencil skirt – 80 cm / 31.5 in
- Mini-skirt – 50 cm / 19.6 in
material
Yarn
- Habba DK yarn, white, or any color of your choice. Suitable for hooks: US 4 – 6 or 3.5 – 4mm
- Suitable for knitting needles: 3mm – 5mm (H)
Amount of yarn
- Long skirt – 230-250-280-310-340-360 gr
- Short skirt – 160-180-200-220-240-260 gr
Needles, Hooks & Other Supplies
- 3.5mm and 4mm crochet hooks
- 4mm, 5mm, and 8mm circular knitting needles
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends
- 6 wooden beads, 15mm / 0.6in in diameter for decorating the waist drawstring
- Finished skirt is semi-transparent, so if you want to line it, you’ll need a piece of fine jersey, 0.9 yards (80 cm) long for the long skirt, or 0.5 yards (50 cm) long for the mini, and 1.5 yards (140 cm) wide.
Moonchild Mini-skirt & Halter Top
Pattern in a nutshell
PDF Pattern
And now the best part! You can make one too. The Moonchild Set PDF pattern is available here on my blog, as well as on Ravelry and LoveCrafts. It’s simple, stylish, and endlessly adaptable. It has all necessary information about materials and amount of yarn, as well as schematics and diagrams.
This design comes with my newly released premium instructions — a carefully prepared pattern booklet that goes beyond the basics. Inside, you’ll find clear step-by-step directions, detailed diagrams, and thoughtfully styled pages that make the process both easy to follow and a pleasure to read. To give you a glimpse of the quality, I’ve included a preview below in a 3D format — flip through the sample pages and see exactly what awaits you in the full version. And all that for only €5.50.
How to get The Pattern
Launch Offer: Only €5.50
Moonchild 2 Skirts Crochet & Knit Pattern
And now the best part! Why wouldn’t you make a skirt like this too?
The long pencil skirt is a stand-alone variation of my Moonchild Set. This tutorial guides you step by step through making the flowing, romantic Moonchild Long (or short) Skirt. Perfect for everyday wear or special occasions, it’s versatile, elegant, and easy to style.
- Language: English (US terms)
- Includes diagrams and instructions
- Skill level: Elementary
- Price: 5.50 EUR
The Moonchild Skirts PDF pattern is available here on my blog, as well as on Ravelry. It’s simple, stylish, and endlessly adaptable. It has all necessary information about materials and amount of yarn, as well as schematics and diagrams.
👉 By tapping/clicking the white button, you can purchase and download the PDF instructions using PayPal or your payment card.
👉 If you’d like to make the full outfit, the Moonchild Set (9.50 EUR) includes both skirts, halter top, brimmed/cowboy hat, bracelet and bolero instructions.
Moonchild Skirts
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Clear, easy-to-follow instructions
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6 sizes, but addaptable for any size
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Knit & crochet techniques in one garment
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Perfect for beginners in knit and crochet
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Learn something new - how to combine the two techniques
A Look at Variations
In the photos below you can see all parts of the Moonchild Set. The first image clearly shows the difference between the short and long versions of the same Moonchild skirt, so you can imagine which one fits best into your style. As a little reminder of summer, sea, sand and joy, two large shells found its place in the assembly, beloved souvenirs from long gone travels…
Take a look at the newest addition to the Moonchild Collection – patterns for the bolero shrug and a brimmed, lacy summer hat
Balance in Motion
There’s something special about this set—the way crochet and knitting meet, the contrast of open space and dense texture—that feels a lot like balance. And maybe that’s what Moonchild is all about: a little wild, a little grounded. A dance between Mother Earth and the wandering Moon child.
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