Peacefully Knitting

Are your slippers just about worn out and need a new pair?  or, Are you looking for great gifts to knit?  Check out these projects that are super easy, super fast and a great way to use up small amounts of yarn that might be lurking in your stash.

The Green Home Slippers, designed by Julia Noskova, features a textured look with a simple crochet edging for a finished look.  Written for European size 37 (US – 7, UK – 5), this design can easily be changed to fit any size as Julia has made notes where increases should be made.  This pattern calls for 60 grams of bulky weight yarn for the main color, 20 grams of  bulky weight yarn for the contrasting color, a size US H (5.00mm) crochet hook and a pair of  size US 2½ (3.0 mm) straight needles.  Comfy cozy, this pattern is perfect for gift giving during the holidays or for one’s self.    You can find more of Julia’s designs online at Ravelry or in her Etsy shop . (Photo courtesy of Julia Noskova)

The Mama Janes, designed by Michelle Miller of Fickleknitter, is a stylish, yet sophisticated, seamless Mary Jane style slipper.  Written  in three sizes for small, medium and large, Michelle provides knitters  with very precise well illustrated instructions .  This pattern calls for 100 – 150 yards of Manos Silk Blend, or any  DK weight yarn, size US 6 (4.0mm) DNPs,  and two buttons.   This pattern  is very versatile and can be created using just one skein of yarn, making it a great stash buster project.    You can find more of Michelle’s designs online at Ravelry, on her Website and in her Etsy shop.  (Photo courtesy of Michelle Miller)

The Ballet-Style Slippers, designed by Kathy North,  are warm, comfy and perfect for those chilly fall mornings.  Written for a women’s medium to large, this design can easily be adjusted to fit any size.   This pattern requires 400 yards of worsted weight yarn, US size 9 straight needles and a US size 9 circular needle in a 16” length (or a set of DPNS).  This slipper design is created using a double strand of yarn, with the sole being made first with stitches picked up for the body.  You can find more of Kathy’s designs online at Ravelry and on her website. (Photo courtesy of Kathy North)

These warm textured slippers, by Patons is an easy peasy quick knit, perfect for beginners and is written for three sizes.  This pattern requires one 3.5 oz skein of Patons Classic Wool, a pair of US size 6 (4.00mm) straight knitting needles and a set of US 6 (4.00 mm) DPNs.   Be sure to check out the other patterns by Patons, such as the  Classic Wool Slippers and the Classic Wool Slipper Socks .   Sign up online with Patons to enjoy these patterns,  as well as many other downloads that are available for knit and crochet.