Last week I thought I was getting back into the routine a little better where I could blog more. However, I was mistaken. My sister and her family came for the weekend to play in all the snow we had gotten. It was a blast!! So, it was totally worth getting a little further behind to have that time together. Now I can tackle the next project post on my list which is the Knit/Crochet combo boot cuffs that I designed. While I created the design and stitched them up, I never actually wrote this pattern out and published it. I guess there’s no time like the present. But, be fully warned, the information included in this post has not been tested.
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Boot Cuffs Project Info:
Craft: Knit and Crochet
Made For: Me! 😁
Size Made: Standard Medium Boot Cuff Sizing
Gauge: Not notated in my notes
Started: September 13, 2013
Completed: September 14, 2013
Needle and Hook size: US 8 – 5.00 mm (Size H Crochet Hook)
Boot Cuff pattern info:
In an effort to be completely transparent, I have no idea if the pattern information below will work. I only stitched up the one pair for myself, so the cast on numbers for the rest of the sizes are untested. Feel free to try the pattern and give me any feedback you have on them. I would be happy to update this post if changes need to be made.
Materials:
*US size 8 DP Needles (or circular needle to use Magic Loop)
*Size H Crochet Hook
*Tapestry Needle
*1 Skein Worsted Weight Yarn -I used Lion Brand Wool Ease in Heather Grey.
What are the best needles, hooks and tools to use?
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Pattern Sizes and Cast on Number:
Please remember as I stated above, other than the medium size, these have not been tested. Please send feedback as you try them out. It would be most appreciated.
XX Small= 12-13” (c/o 40 sts)
X Small= 13-14” (c/o 46 sts)
Small= 14-15” (c/o 52 sts)
Medium= 15-16” (c/o 58 sts)
Large= 16-17” (c/o 64 sts)
Extra Large= 17-18” (c/o 70 sts)
2XL=18-19” (c/o 76 sts)
3XL= 20-21” (c/o 82 sts)
Pattern Instructions:
Cast on the number of stitches for the size desired. Join the round by slipping the last c/o stitch over the first c/o stitch for a more secure hold in the round and to avoid a wide gap. PM to indicate first stitch of the round.
Work 10 Rounds of 2 x 2 ribbing: *K2, P2* around.
Bind off in ribbing pattern after the last round until you have one loop left on your needles. This loop will be the first loop to start the crochet portion of the pattern. Pass this last stitch onto a size H crochet hook.
Rnd 1: Ch 1 and turn. Sc in each bound off stitch. (You should have the same number of sc as you had c/o sts). Ch 1 and turn.
Rnd 2: (sc, 2 dc) in first st. *skip 2 sts, (sc, 2dc) in next st*, repeat from *to* around. Sc in last st. Ch 1 and turn.
Rnds 3-6 (for sizes xxs-L) rnds 3-8 (for sizes XL-3XL): repeat rnd 2 (or repeat round 2 until you reach the desired length).
Rnd 7 (for sizes xxs-L) or 9 (for sizes XL-3XL) (or last rnd if you decided to make boot cuff longer): sc around each st for a nice finishing edge and to keep the top edge of the boot cuff from stretching out easily.
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
Copyright © 2013 Stay@Home Stitchings. All rights reserved. These instructions may not be photocopied or reproduced in any way. They may not be kitted or sold. I have made every effort to ensure that these instructions are accurate and complete. I cannot, however, be responsible for any human error or variations in individual work.
Need a little more help?
In short, that should be about all you need if you want to try this one out. However, maybe you still feel like you might need a little extra assistance. If so, check out the links below for Craftsy or Annie’s. As a matter of fact, I take online classes often to improve and advance my skills. Undoubtedly, you can always learn something new! Indeed I actually taught myself to knit and crochet through “Teach myself” kits. In addition I’ll share a link for something very similar to what I purchased for myself below as well.
Wrapping it all up:
I would love to know if you tried this pattern. Even more I would love any feedback or comments you have on it as well. Normally I don’t post patterns that I haven’t tested inside and out. However, I wrote this one so many years ago and don’t really have time to work on it right now. It happens to be next in my journaling history, so I’m throwing it out there untested!! Good luck! Ha ha! But honestly, please let me know how your experience with it goes. I really appreciate it!
A few more online yarn buying options:
Happy Stitching!
🧶💖
~Mindy~
