This easy pleats knitting pattern stitch is made only from knit and purl stitches. It could perhaps be called a ‘faux pleats’ stitch. Styling a pleated skirt depends on the occasion and your personal style, says Leitz-Aslaksen. “For a casual look, pair a mini or midi pleated skirt with a graphic tee or casual top, sneakers, and minimal accessories,” she says. For a more polished ensemble, style a midi or maxi pleated skirt with a blouse, camisole or sweater, heels or ankle boots, and statement jewelry. “Experiment with patterns, textures, and layers to create a unique outfit that suits your taste.” Ribbed skirt that hugs the body with slits on both sides for easy movement. Sizes S/M (M/L) L/XL. Designed by Irene Rasch for Hobbii. Sport weight yarn.

Ok, so here is our easy way to knit pleats. You could use this pleated knitted stitch to knit pleated skirts, cuffs, scarves, or anything else where you would like to see a pleated detail in your garment. Wear your love of knitting with this hat with the words such as Knit, Purl, and Yarn in stranded colorwork. Sizes 28.25 (32.75, 37, 41.5) (45.75, 50.25, 54.5, 59)” waist circumference (adjustable with elastic). Available as individual pattern or as part of an ebook with 8 Knitwords patterns. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Cori Eichelberger. Easy shawl or scarf knit top down in garter stitch with a decorative pleated ruffle edge. Perfect showcase for ombre or gradient yarn. Lace weight yarn. Tuch, S9902 designed by Schachenmayr Design Team. Available in English, Dutch, French, German Easy baby skirt with pleated rib waistband and pleated ruffle hem. Knit in the round, this is perfect for self-striping or self-patterning yarn. Sizes: 3-6, 12, 18 months. Uses one skein 100 grams of DK yarn. Florals Skirt 7296P Designed by Mary Maxim

Flirty swing skirt is worked side to side using Garter Stitch and Short Rows to hug your curves and flare out at the bottom. Great showcase for self-striping yarn. Sizes Small (Medium, Large). Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Karin Skacel. What We Love: The perfect low-maintenance but refined pleated pull-on skirt available in colors and sizes for almost everyone.

Long fitted skirt with a diagonal texture that flows into pleats. Sizes XS - S - M - L - XL - 2XL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Wiam's Crafts. Web version is free. Pleated skirts can flatter various body shapes, depending on the length and style. “Generally, midi and maxi pleated skirts create a balanced silhouette, suitable for most body types,” says Leitz-Aslaksen. Mini pleated skirts work well for petite figures, while high-waisted pleated skirts accentuate the waist and create a flattering silhouette for hourglass or pear-shaped figures. “The key is to find a pleated skirt that complements your body shape and makes you feel confident and comfortable,” she recommends.

How to knit pleats by Knit and Crochet Saturday is another interesting tutorial for anyone who would like to learn how to knit pleats. This article also contains some interesting ideas for incorporating pleats into your knitting. Fitted striped skirt with ruffle at bottom, knit in the round with mostly knit stitches. Sizes S-M-L. Designed by Irina Anokhina. DK weight yarn. Long-sleeved women's pullover sweater with cables and a high buttoned collar with a pleated look. Sizes to fit 32 (34, 36-38, 40-42)“ bust. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Kim Hamlin for Blue Sky Fibers Pullover short-sleeved sweater with flattering a-line tunic silhouette and vertical eyelet pattern that creates a pleated effect. Sizes S/M,L/XL. Lace weight yarn. A-Line Top BC Garn 2366BC by Sanne Fjalland. Then, because the search for how to knit pleats continued for quite a while, I came across a really simple way to create a beautiful knit pleated fabric.

Fitted skirts with ruffles. Knit in the round, it's almost all knit stitches. Sizes S/M (M/L) L/XL. Designed by Sys Fredens for Hobbii. DK weight yarn. Highwaisted A-line skirt with an elastic waistband. It is designed to hit about mid thigh in length, but this is easily customizeable. Fits waists from 22-60 inches. Cables and lace decorate this sideways knitted wrap, shaped with short rows. Available in English and German. Designed by IzzyKnits A-line midi-length skirt knit with an 8 round repeat slipped and twisted stitch texture that showcases self-striping yarn. Sizes XS - S - M - L - XL - 2XL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Wiam's Crafts. Web version is free.Designed to use up leftover yarn, this easy A-line skirt is knit in the round top-down and is almost all knit stitches with a ribbed waistband. One base size but there are clear instructions for customizing to your size. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Violet LeBeaux. Plaid skirt worked in colorwork using two colors. The skirt is worked top-down, starting with a folded edge, which will be the drawstring hem for the elastic band holding the skirt in place. Sizes Circumference: 90 to 137 cm/35.4 to 53.9 inches. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by SkovCreations. A kit is also available. knitting patterns by designer Norah Gaughan who shows you fold, twist, and pleat simple shapes to create unique, fashionable clothes and accessories.

Classic skirt with pleats and length below knee. Size waist circumference 66(74)82(90)98(106) cm / 26(29¼)32¼(35½)38½(41¾) in. DK weight yarn. Designed by Minna Metsänen for Novita. Having searched the internet, it seemed that knitting pleats is really rather difficult (or for me, at least). I was recently shopping for clothes and stumbled across some wonderful pleated skirts and dresses made out of knitted fabric. Caroline is a lightweight, summery cloche designed by Hannah Ingrams who named it after Caroline Reboux, inventor of the cloche. It featuring a turned hem, pleat detail, and grosgrain hatband with bow.

The pleat effect is beautifully subtle – the pleats are more noticeable with finer wool and thinner needles. Colorful fair isle patterned skirt that flares from a high waist to midi length. Great for stashbusting and leftover yarn. Sizes Waist opening without elastic: 22" to 49.5” / 55 to 123.5 cm. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Espace Tricot. Available in English and French Shoulder cozy with a moebius spiral shape and a self-pleating stitch pattern that adds to the warmth and coziness of this graceful garment. Fully reversible scarf actually pleats thanks to a 2 row repeat stitch - no folding or overlapping stitches at all. Designed by Laura Cunitz. Sport weight. Gansey style textures add fun to this skirt that can be worn over leggings in cold weather or by itself in the summer. Sizes XS-1X. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Lauren Riker for girlyknits.