Waffle Stitch Leg Warmers by Emma from Verde

Waffle Stitch Leg Warmers

Knitting
December 2025
DK (11 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
in Waffle Stitch
US 6 - 4.0 mm
186 - 574 yards (170 - 525 m)
Toddler to Adult
English
This pattern is available for free.

Whether you’re layering them over boots for a chic look or using them to stay cosy during yoga sessions, these accessories make a lovely gift and a perfect quick and easy project.

This is a digital pattern available for free download.

THE BASICS

  • Yarn: Approx ~ 80 / 120 / 150 / 200 / 250g : 170 / 250 / 315 / 420 / 525m of DK weight yarn.
  • Needles: 4mm, optional 3.5mm for ribbing.
  • Darning needle for seaming.
  • Tension ~ 22sts and 30 rows in Waffle Stitch
  • Sizes ~ Toddler age 2-4 / Child age 5-10 / Teen 11+ to Adult small / Adult medium to large / Adult extra large)
  • Finished height (after blocking) ~ 20 / 30 / 40 / 45 / 50 cm
  • Finished circumference (around the waffle stitch after seaming) ~ 20 / 25 / 30 / 35 / 40 cm

ABBREVIATIONS

  • K ~ Knit
  • P ~ Purl
  • SLWYIF ~ Slip the stitch purlwise with the yarn brought between the needles and held to the front
  • ST ~ Stitch
  • K2TOGTBL ~ Knit 2 stitches together through the back loop