Hopsa Skirt
By Eline Alcocer
Find the complete pattern in Inside Crochet Issue #150
Hopsa is the perfect party skirt – a big, swingy confection inspired by tulle, layer cakes and show dancers.
Materials
* Scheepjes Alpaca Rhythm, 80% alpaca/20% wool, 25g/200m/219yds
Yarn A1: Lindy 659 x 6 (6, 8, 8, 10, 11, 12) balls
Yarn B: Meringue 666 x 1 ball
* Scheepjes Mohair Rhythm, 70% mohair/30% microfibre, 25g/200m/219yds
Yarn A2: Lindy 679 x 6 (6, 8, 8, 10, 11, 12) balls
* 4mm hook
* Removable stitch marker
* Wool needle
* Elastic, 2.5cm/1in wide (optional)
Yarn Alternatives
To create a similarly drapey, “floaty” look it is important to choose a very light and lofty fibre with a natural halo. 4ply‑weight alpaca or non-superwash fine wool will work best. Avoid naturally heavy fibres such as cotton or linen, or a fibre with a high silk content.
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