Divino Skirt by Claudia Quintanilla
Elevate your wardrobe with the Divino Skirt, a beautifully designed piece worked from the top down with gentle waist shaping along the side panels for a flattering silhouette. Simple yet elegant, this skirt is versatile enough for everyday wear and special occasions—and pairs perfectly with the Divino Sweater for a stunning matching set.
Fit: This design can be worn true to size for a classic fit or with more ease for an oversized, relaxed look—your choice!

Experience Level: Intermediate
Techniques Used: Long-tail cast on, knitting and purling in the round, increasing and decreasing, reading charts, cabling without a cable needle (optional), Italian bind-off, whip stitch (sewing technique)
Materials:
Yarn: Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair (Lace weight; 70% Mohair, 30% Silk; 225 m per 25 g) – held double. 6–10 skeins depending on size, color Cream.
Needles: 3.5 mm (US 4) & 4.0 mm (US 6) circular needles, 16” / 40 cm, optional DPNs.
Notions: ½” / 1.3 cm elastic band for waistband, 8 stitch markers, tapestry needle.
Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X)
Wear with 1–2” / 2.5–5 cm positive ease for a classic fit or 0–2” / 0–5 cm negative ease for a slim fit.
Finished Measurements:
Waist (adjustable with elastic): 25–48” / 63.5–122 cm
Full Hip: 30½–57¾” / 77–147 cm
Total Length: 18½–19¾” / 47–50.5 cm
Pattern Highlights:
Features elegant cable panels and a textured dimple stitch body.
Includes detailed charts for cable and stitch patterns.
Constructed from the top down for easy fitting and seamless shaping.
Elastic waistband creates a comfortable, customizable fit.
Instructions Include:
Step-by-step directions for waist, body, lower hem, and waistband
Italian bind-off for a polished finish
Whip stitch finishing for secure and neat elastic insertion.

Important note

the quantity of yarn is measured when you hold the two strain together which is a dk yarn. the measurement is the total yarn used for the making of the skirt as indicated.