Free Crochet Scallop Beach Skirt Pattern

This was the very first crochet skirt pattern I ever wrote many years ago, and to this day, it remains one of my absolute favorites! I am so thrilled to share this free crochet beach skirt pattern with you all.

With its effortless boho coastal vibe, this skirt is the perfect addition to your summer wardrobe. Whether you are headed to the beach or out for dinner, it’s a stunning piece that transitions seamlessly from day to night.

Complete the Boho Summer Look!

Matching Crochet Market Bag: Want the matching olive green tote shown in the photos? Grab the Free Crochet Market Bag Pattern here.
Matching Tube Top: To complete the ultimate summer outfit, you can find the matching Crochet Tube Top Pattern in my Etsy Shop here.

Pattern Notes & Design Details

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner & up. While the stitches are simple, the skirt is worked in the round from the top down, finishing with a beautiful openwork scallop hem.
Full Coverage Design: The main body of the skirt is worked entirely in single crochet stitches. I designed it this way intentionally so it provides full coverage—no see-through gaps here!
Adjusting the Length: The yardage listed below is for the standard length given in the pattern. You can easily adjust the length to your personal preference by adding or subtracting rows in the main single crochet body section.

Sizing & Fit Tips

This pattern is written for 7 different sizes, but it is incredibly easy to customize to your exact body measurements:

Choose by Hip Measurement: When choosing a size, I highly recommend picking the size that closest matches your hip width.
The Drawstring Advantage: Don’t worry if the waist area feels a little roomy; the adjustable drawstring waist will cinch it perfectly to your shape. You want to ensure the opening is wide enough to easily slide over your hips!
Custom Stitch Multiple: If you need a size smaller or larger than what is listed, simply alter your beginning chain. This pattern uses a stitch multiple of 8. Just increase or decrease your starting chain by 8 chains to change the width, then follow the pattern as written.

Pattern Description & Materials

Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)

ch: chain
sc: single crochet (UK double crochet)
dc: double crochet (UK treble crochet)
sl st: slip stitch
st(s): stitch(es)

Materials Needed

Yarn: Medium weight (4) cotton yarn. (The sample pictured uses Hobby Lobby’s “I Love This Cotton!” in White).
Crochet Hook: Size I/9 (5.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge.
Tools: Yarn needle, scissors, and a measuring tape.

Gauge

13 sc = 4 inches * Take the time to check your gauge! Your stitch gauge, personal tension, and yarn choice will affect the final fit and yardage required.

Measurements

DIRECTIONS:

Starting at the top of the skirt:

Ch 104(112,120,128,136,144,152) = XXS(XS,S,M,L,XL,XXL)

**To make it easier circle all the numbers for your size before beginning**

FOUNDATION ROUND:

Join in the round with a slip stitch in the first ch, ch 1, sc in the same ch as the slip stitch (place marker for the first sc and carry marker up each round), sc in each ch around, ending slip stitch in the first sc. 104(112,120,128,136,144,152) sc

NOTE: The beginning ch 1 does not count as a stitch throughout the pattern.

TOP SCALLOP SECTION ROUNDS:

1: Ch 1, sc in the same first sc as the slip stitch (place marker for first sc), sc in each of the next 2 sc, ch 5, skip 3 sc, sc in each of the next 2 sc, *sc in each of the next 3 sc, ch 5, skip 3 sc, sc in each of the next 2 sc; repeat from * around ending slip stitch in the first sc. 13(14,15,16,17,18,19) ch 5 spaces

2: Ch 1, sc in the same first sc as the slip stitch (place marker for first sc), work 7 dc in the first ch 5 space, *sc in 3rd sc of next 5 sc group, work 7 dc in the next ch 5 space; repeat from * around ending slip stitch in the first sc.

3: Slip stitch in each of the first 3 dc, ch 1, sc in the same dc as the last slip stitch (place marker on first sc), sc in each of the next 2 dc , *ch 5, sc in each of the center 3 dc of the next 7 dc group; repeat from * around ending ch 5, slip stitch in the first sc.

4: Slip stitch in the next sc, ch 1, sc in the same sc as the slip stitch (place marker for first sc), work 7 dc in the first ch 5 space, *sc in the 2nd sc of the next 3 sc group, work 7 dc in the next ch 5 space; repeat from * around ending slip stitch in the first sc.

5: Repeat round 3

6: Repeat round 4

7: Repeat round 3

8: Ch 1, sc in same sc as slip stitch (place marker for first sc), sc in each of the next 2 sc, work 5 sc in the first ch 5 space, *sc in each of the next 3 sc, work 5 sc in the next ch 5 space; repeat from * around to the end. Do not slip stitch at the end of the round. 104(112,120,128,136,144,152) sc

9: Sc in the first sc (place marker for first sc), sc in each sc around to the end. Do not slip stitch at the end of the round.

SINGLE CROCHET MIDDLE SECTION ROUNDS (This section is worked in continuous rounds so you will not be joining with a slip stitch at the end of each round):

1(Increase round): Sc in the first sc (place marker for first sc), sc in each of the next 11(12,13,14,15,16,17) sc, 2 sc in the next sc, *sc in each of the next 12(13,14,15,16,17,18) sc, 2 sc in the next sc; repeat from * around to the end. Do not slip stitch at the end of the round. 112(120,128,136,144,152,160) sc **If you started with a different number of stitches not listed increase 8 sc evenly around**

2 – 4: Sc in the first sc (place marker for first sc), sc in each sc around to the end.

5(Increase round): Sc in the first sc (place marker for first sc), sc in each of the next 12(13,14,15,16,17,18) sc, 2 sc in the next sc, *sc in each of the next 13(14,15,16,17,18,19) sc, 2 sc in the next sc; repeat from * around to the end. 120(128,136,144,152,160,168) sc **If you started with a different number of stitches not listed increase 8 sc evenly around**

6: Sc in the first sc (place marker for first sc), sc in each sc around to the end.

Repeat round 6 until the skirt measures 10½(10½,11,11½,12,12½,12½) inches from the very top of the scallops.

At the end of your last round worked slip stitch in the first sc.

BOTTOM SCALLOP SECTION ROUNDS:

5: Repeat round 3

6: Repeat round 4

7: Repeat round 3

8: Repeat round 4 & fasten off.

DRAWSTRING:

Ch 190(200,210,220,230,240,250)

-Slip stitch in 2nd ch from hook, slip stitch in each ch across to the end & fasten off.

Weave the drawstring through all the ch 5 spaces made in round 1 of the top scallop section.

You’re all done & I hope you enjoy your new Scallop Beach Skirt! If you have any questions or need help feel free to message me. Happy crocheting!