Splendid Glory

Splendid Glory Knitted Skirt by Monika Sirna

What is Being Made

Splendid Glory is an advanced-level gathered skirt design created by independent designer Monika Sirna. This pattern represents a sophisticated, grown-up version of the designer's Evening Glory skirt. The garment features a gathered silhouette adorned with a delicate lace hemline, designed to create smooth fabric with lovely drape that moves beautifully as you walk. The skirt is suitable for those seeking an elegant, refined knitwear project with refined construction techniques.

Construction and Techniques

The skirt employs a top-down knitting method, beginning with a waistband specifically designed to accommodate an encased elastic for a secure, comfortable fit. The primary construction technique involves knitting the main body of the skirt before adding the lace hemline. The lace hemline is knitted-on sideways directly to the live skirt stitches, creating a seamless integration. The lace is then seamlessly joined at the end, eliminating the need for additional finishing seams and maintaining the garment's elegant appearance.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the pattern overview, the design incorporates gathered stitching throughout the main skirt body to create the characteristic silhouette. The lace hemline utilizes delicate lace stitch patterns that are worked sideways and integrated into the live stitches of the skirt body, demonstrating advanced knitting techniques suitable for experienced crafters.

Style Options

Splendid Glory offers two distinct style variations to suit different preferences:

• Subtle Flare Option: A more understated gathered silhouette, demonstrated in the sample knitted with Exquisite Sport yarn in the Bleeding Heart colorway
• Full Flare Option: A more pronounced gathered effect, shown in the sample created with Smooshy with Cashmere yarn in color #506, Slippery Trail

Yarn and Materials

The pattern is designed for fingering, light sport, or sport weight merino yarns and their blends. The designer recommends premium yarn choices that showcase the delicate lace work and create the desired drape:

• Exquisite Sport by Colour Adventures: 75% Merino, 15% Cashmere, 10% Silk composition; 115g per skein with yardage of 366m/400yds
• Smooshy with Cashmere by Dream in Color: 70% Merino, 20% Cashmere, 10% Nylon blend; 113g per skein with yardage of 366m/400yds

These yarn choices provide the necessary softness, elasticity, and drape characteristics essential for creating a skirt with smooth fabric and elegant movement. The inclusion of cashmere and silk in the recommended yarns contributes to the luxurious feel and refined appearance of the finished garment.

Difficulty Level and Suitability

Splendid Glory is classified as an advanced knitting project, appropriate for experienced knitters comfortable with top-down construction, working with live stitches, and executing seamless lace integration techniques. The pattern requires proficiency in managing gathered sections and understanding how to join lace elements without creating visible seams.

Pattern Format

This pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF format. The designer notes that page 5 should be printed in full color to preserve important pattern details and colorway information.