the dream crochet blog.: Free Crochet Costume Pattern! Featuring Harley Quinn!

Hello there! With Halloween looming I wanted to create an item that represented one of my favorite DC characters, the Great Harley Quinn. Being gifted this jacket, I felt something was missing and I decided to whip up this skirt to share with you all! Enjoy!

Ingredients:
Crochet Hook>> H/8-5.00MM
Craft Scissors
Yarn Sewing Needle
Yarn used>> 1 Skein for Both colors [RED/BLACK]/Red Heart Super Saver /Medium 4
Thread and Sewing Needle

2cm Elastic Band

Measuring Tape

Stitch guide:
HDC= half double crochet
SC= single crochet
SS= slip stitch
ST(S)= stitch(es)
CH= chain
R[number]= Row
RND= Round
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ALSO, You will be switching colors. Here are some tutorials for help!

SWITCHING COLORS MID ROW VIDEO TUTORIAL #1

HOW TO SWITCH COLORS MID ROW TUTORIAL #2

First things first, I measure my waist, leaving an inch free for sewing purposes.
Once the measurement is complete, I measure my elastic band with the exact same measurements. [I tend to go a size up for secure fitting.] 30 inches total for 29 at the completion. [Mine is a Small Medium Fit]

Added Guide for Additional Sizing:

[NOTE: though do entirely recommend measuring for specific personalized fit.]

27 inches total for 26 at the completion. [Small Fit]

34 inches total for 33 at the completion. [Medium]

41 inches total for 40 at the completion. [Large]

49 inches total for 48 at the completion. [Extra Large Fit]

Next, I cut the elastic, overlap the ends, [that extra inch] together and then I hand sew them, using the needle and thread very securely. Now, Using my black yarn, I begin the process of creating the crocheted band to overlap the elastic band.

Creating the Band

CH 7 for 6 STS [one ST will count as a turning chain] [1.5 inches in width]

R1-R86: CH 1, SC into all of the STS for the entire row, at the end of each row, 1TCH and continue work for all 86 Rows. At final Row [86] SS to complete work and to sew in the remaining strand.

For Additional Sizing Guide:

Small: Deduct 7 More Rows. [80 Rows Total]

Medium/Large: Add 8 More Rows. [94 Rows Total]

Large: Add 28 More Rows. [114 Rows Total]

Extra /Extra Large: Add 50 More Rows. [136 Rows Total]

Once the crocheted band is complete. You will overlap the crocheted band over the sewn elastic band, with a 32 inches of cut yarn and yarn sewing needle. You will horizontally sew the band onto the elastic sewn band, [in between corresponding STS] 86 TOTAL. Sewing and securing the crocheted band.

Creating the bottom of the Skirt

You will be working in round, SS to connect and continue work. [Turning chain does not count as a single ST]

Will be switching colors mid row, use reference for assistance!

Complete total length: 11.5 inches

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Using your Black yarn. R1: CH 3, DC into all of the STS for the entire round, at end of round, SS to connect and 3TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Next, Dividing your ST amount "86" by two. So that both colors have equal amounts. Hence 43 STS for Black and 43 STS for Red!

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Small: [40 STS Each]

Medium/Large: [47 STS Each]

Large/: [57 STS Each]

Extra/Extra Large: [68 STS Each]

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Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R2: DC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. DC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 2TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R3: HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 3TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R4: DC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. DC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 2TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R5: HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 3TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R6: DC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. DC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 2TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R7: HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 3TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R8: DC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. DC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 2TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R9: HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 3TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R10: DC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. DC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 2TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R11: HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 3TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R12: DC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. DC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 2TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R13: HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 3TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R14: DC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. DC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 2TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R15: HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. HDC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 3TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R16: DC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. DC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to connect and 1TCH. 86 STS TOTAL.

Using your Black yarn for 43 STS Solely. R17: SC into all of the STS for 43 STS then Using your Red yarn for 43 STS Solely. SC into all of the STS for 43 STS, at end of round, SS to complete work. 86 STS TOTAL.

Note: If you want to make the skirt longer simply continue from R16!