Fair Isle Christmas Stocking Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

Aran / Worsted
Designer

Yarnspirations
Needle Size

US 8 / 5.0mm
Needle Type

Straight, Double-pointed
Techniques

Basic Shaping, Fair Isle, knit

Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

Thanks to Yarnspirations, you can learn how to make a handmade Fair Isle Christmas stocking with Caron yarn.

Stitch your way to holiday cheer with this Fair Isle Christmas stocking! Using Caron’s Simply Soft yarn range, you’ll master short row shaping, Wrap and Turn, and charming embroidery stitches like lazy daisy, French knot, and stem stitch. Clear charts make this festive Fair Isle pattern both easy and fun to follow.

Sizing

Approx. 19cm (71/2”) wide x 45.5cm (18”) from upper edge to heel.

What you need

Caron® Simply Soft® (170 g/6.1 oz; 288 m/315 yds), one ball of each: Contrast A Bone (9703), Contrast B Dark Sage (9707), Contrast C Robin's Egg (9780), Contrast D Off White (9702), Contrast E Autumn Red (9730), Contrast F Chocolate (9750)
Knitting needles: 5.5mm (US size.9), Bobbins Yarn needle
For I-cord: Pair of 5mm size U.S. 8 (5 mm) double-pointed knitting needles (US. size 8).
Fabric for lining, 46cm (1/2 yard)
Sewing needle and thread

Meet the designer

Yarnspirations is a leading source for free knitting and crochet patterns, featuring trusted brands like Bernat, Caron, Patons, and much more. Offering inspiration, tutorials, and high-quality yarns, Yarnspirations supports makers of all skill levels in creating beautiful, handmade projects for home décor, fashion, gifts, and more. If you enjoyed making this stocking pattern, turn your hand to Yarnspirations' crochet dish scrubby next.

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