Product Description
"I remember as a “tween” getting so excited when I received my very first pair of legwarmers. I loved them and wore them so much they fell apart. And then, the era ended. Legwarmers were gone.
Then, this year, they re-appeared! Like a pair of mittens for your ankle, they showed up and I couldn't resist. I had to make my own pair of beautifully striped, fun legwarmers to pull down over my boots and keep my calves and ankles warm in the frigid winter.
Created to take into account the athletic calves of hikers and skiers, these legwarmers use up every bit of your skein of Cascade Souk (since I am a very frugal knitter). For longer legs or wider calves, you'll want to pick up an extra skein."
Easy Fitted Leg Warmers by Housewyfe Designs
What is Being Made
These are knitted leg warmers designed as a nostalgic revival of the classic 1980s accessory. The leg warmers function as protective layering pieces that slip over boots to keep calves and ankles warm during winter activities. With dimensions of 11 inches in length, 13 inches in circumference at the top, and 10 inches in circumference at the ankle, they provide a fitted silhouette that tapers from the calf to the ankle. The design is specifically engineered to accommodate the athletic calves of hikers and skiers, making them practical for active winter wear.
Techniques and Construction
These leg warmers are created using fundamental knitting techniques suitable for beginners. The pattern utilizes a fitted construction method that gradually decreases in circumference from the top opening to the ankle cuff. The design is crafted to use the entire yardage of a single skein of yarn, demonstrating efficient pattern planning. For knitters with longer legs or wider calves, the pattern accommodates modifications by recommending an additional skein of yarn. The leg warmers can be worked on either double pointed needles or a long circular needle using the magic loop technique, offering flexibility in needle choice based on individual preference.
Stitches Used
While the complete stitch details are referenced in the pattern gauge information, the construction employs standard knitting stitches appropriate for creating a fitted, tubular garment. The pattern maintains a gauge of 20 stitches and 28 rows, which is essential for achieving the proper fit and drape of the finished leg warmers.
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The leg warmers are knitted using Cascade Souk yarn, a luxury blend consisting of 55% silk and 45% wool. Each skein contains 220 yards and weighs 100 grams, providing ample yardage for the complete project. The pattern calls for 1 skein in Color 07, though additional skeins are recommended for customizations. Size 7 double pointed needles or a long circular needle for magic loop are required, with the option to adjust needle size as needed to achieve the specified gauge of 20 stitches and 28 rows.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Designer: | Housewyfe Designs |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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