Inspired by Victorian boots, this fun Christmas stocking is worked in soft chenille yarn. The shape is formed by increasing and decreasing rows of single crochet stitches. Instructions for a matching ornament are also included.
US crochet terminology.
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: Experienced
MATERIALS:
Lion Brand Chenille Sensations #113 Garnet: approximately 225 yards (206 meters);
J. & P. Coats Luster Sheen #2 Black: 3 yards (2.7 meters);
2 yards (1.8 meter) thin black satin cord;
4 small black ribbon roses;
1 yard (1 meter) of �� (.65 cm) wide black satin ribbon;
Crochet hooks size E-4 U.S. (3.5 mm) and F-5 U.S. (3.75 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge;
Glue or black sewing thread and sewing needle (for attaching ribbon roses).
FINISHED SIZE: Stocking: 15� (38 cm) tall, 11� (28 cm) wide; Ornament: 6� (15 cm) tall, 4 �� (11.5 cm) wide
GAUGE: 14 sts = 4�, 16 rows = 4� (10 cm)
STITCHES USED: Chain stitch (ch). Slip stitch (sl st). Single crochet (sc).
