Christmas in a Hurry ~ 15-minute Stockings

The preparations for the festive season often leave me in a rush.

So much to do ....... so little time for crafting!

 

However, these 4" Stockings are a joy to knit.

They are simple and easy - and take just 15minutes each.

 

I have made hundreds of little stockings for fundraising over the past 10 years.

I wish I had thought of this sooner!

 

Christmas in a Hurry  ~  15-minute Stockings

 

 

Christmas in a Hurry ~ 15-minute Christmas Stocking

Using two strands of DK yarn knitted together & 5mm or 6mm needles ~

 

Cast on 12sts (leaving a 6” 'tail' to use later for the hanging cord)

 

Knit 2 rows

Beginning with a knit row, work in stocking stitch (one row knit, one row purl) for 12 rows

 

Shape the heel as follows -

Row 1:  K8, turn

Row 2:  P4, turn

Row 3:  K6, turn

Row 4:  P8, turn

Row 5:  K10, turn

 

Beginning with a purl row, work in stocking stitch (one row knit, one row purl) for4 rows

Shape the toe as follows -

 

P2tog all across row              (6sts)

K2tog all across row              (3sts)

Break off the yarn, leaving a 'tail' to sew up side seam.

Thread the yarn on to a needle and thread it through the remaining stitches.

Pull tightly and fasten off.

Sew the side seam.

 

For the hanging cord, simply tie a knot on the 2 strands of the cast on 'tail'.

Decorate as desired – with a ribbon bow, button or other embellishment.

 

15-minute Stocking

 

 

 I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.  

In addition:  You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.   

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