Materials Needed:
- Yarn:
- Type: Bernat Jacquards (100g balls)
- Color Example: #13530 Gemstone Jacquard
- Quantity: 2 balls for smaller sizes, 3 balls for larger sizes
- Yarn Weight: Worsted (9 wpi)
- Gauge: 20 stitches and 26 rows = 10 cm (4 inches) in stockinette stitch
- Needle Size: US 7 (4.5 mm)
- Yardage Required: 402 – 603 yards (368 – 551 m)
- Sizes Available: Lady’s shoe size:
- 5/6 (Small)
- 7/9 (Medium)
- 9/10 (Large)
- Other Materials:
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
- Stitch markers (optional, for marking sections)
- Pattern Measurements: Sized to fit lady’s shoe sizes 5/6 (7/9, 9/10).
Abbreviations:
- K – Knit
- P – Purl
- St(s) – Stitch(es)
- Rep – Repeat
- YO – Yarn Over
- K2tog – Knit 2 Together
- SSK – Slip, Slip, Knit
Stitching Rounds for Bernat Slipper Socks Pattern:
Ribbed Cuff
- Cast On:
- CO the number of sts required for your size (ensure the CO is stretchy for comfort). For example, CO 48 (52, 56) sts for sizes Small, Medium, and Large, respectively.
- Work in Ribbing:
- Round 1: (K1, P1) rep to end of round.
- Repeat this round until the cuff measures about 2 inches (or longer if you prefer a taller cuff). Ribbing helps the cuff fit snugly and comfortably around the ankle.
Leg Section
- Transition to Stockinette Stitch:
- After completing the ribbed cuff, begin working the leg section in St st.
- Round 1: K all sts.
- Work in the Round:
- Continue to knit every round until the leg measures approximately 3-4 inches from the end of the cuff.
- Optional: Add colorwork or stripes by changing yarn colors. For example, knit 4 rounds in the main color, then switch to a contrasting color for 2 rounds, and alternate as desired.
Heel Flap
- Divide the Stitches:
- Place half the sts on a holder (these are for the instep), and work the remaining half for the heel flap. For instance, if you have 48 sts total, work on 24 sts for the heel.
- Work the Heel Flap (Flat):
- Row 1 (RS): (Sl1, K1) rep across. (This creates a reinforced heel).
- Row 2 (WS): Sl1, P across.
- Rep these two rows until the heel flap measures approximately 2 inches, or the length needed for your heel depth.
Turning the Heel
- Shape the Heel:
- Begin working short rows to shape the curve of the heel.
- Row 1 (RS): K 14 (16, 18), SSK, K1, turn.
- Row 2 (WS): Sl1, P5 (7, 9), P2tog, P1, turn.
- Continue working as above, increasing the number of sts worked by 1 each row (K or P) until all sts are incorporated into the heel.
Gusset
- Pick Up Stitches Along the Heel Flap:
- With RS facing, pick up and K 12 (14, 16) sts along the side of the heel flap.
- K across the instep sts that were on hold.
- Pick up and K 12 (14, 16) sts along the other side of the heel flap.
- Knit across half the heel sts to reposition the starting point of the round.
- Shape the Gusset:
- Round 1: K to 3 sts before the instep, K2tog, K1, K across instep sts, K1, SSK, K to end.
- Round 2: K all sts.
- Rep these two rounds until you are back to the original number of sts (e.g., 48 (52, 56)).
Foot
- Continue in Stockinette Stitch:
- Work in the round, knitting all sts.
- Continue until the foot measures about 1 inch less than the desired length of the slipper (use your shoe size for reference). For example, stop at 8 inches for a 9-inch foot length.
Toe Shaping
- Begin Decreasing for the Toe:
- Round 1: K1, SSK, K to 3 sts before the end of the instep, K2tog, K1.
- Round 2: K all sts.
- Repeat these two rounds until 8 sts remain.
- Final Shaping:
- When you have 8 sts left, break the yarn, leaving a long tail. Use the tail and a tapestry needle to thread through the remaining sts, pulling tightly to close the toe. Secure with a knot.
Finishing
- Weave in Ends: Use the tapestry needle to weave in all loose ends on the inside of the slipper. Trim excess yarn.
- Block (Optional): Gently block the slippers to ensure even stitches and the correct size.
- Decorate (Optional): Add tassels or pompoms for a playful finish by attaching them securely to the cuffs.
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