Cabled Leg Warmers by Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby

Cabled Leg Warmers

Crochet
December 2011
Aran (8 wpi) ?
12 stitches and 12 rows = 4 inches
in pattern with H hook
4.0 mm (G)
5.0 mm (H)
630 yards (576 m)
Instructions given fit size small; changes for medium are in ( ).
English

Fabulous leg warmers are one of the season’s hottest accessories, and these cabled beauties give high-fashion style as well as cozy comfort.

Skill Level:
Experienced

Finished Garment Measurements:
15 inches knee circumference x 15 inches long (small) (18 inches knee circumference x 15 inches long (medium))

Materials:

  • Caron Simply Soft medium (worsted) weight acrylic yarn (6 oz/315 yds/170g per skein): 2 skeins #9709 light country blue
  • Sizes G/6/4mm and H/8/5mm crochet hooks or size needed to obtain gauge
  • Tapestry needle
  • Sewing needle
  • Sewing thread to match
  • 3/4-inch buttons: 4
  • Heavy jewelry elastic cord (optional): 2 pieces 18 inches long