This Chanukah stocking represents the blending of today’s homes and traditions. When teaching a Christmas Stocking class at a local yarn shop, I had a student return to class with a Chanukah Stocking. She eats Christmas dinner with friends and wanted to bring something as a gift to her hosts. A Christmas stocking in Chanukah colors and filled it with 8 small gifts was perfectl! The more we understand other heritages and traditions, the more we share the joys of all ways of life. Clear written instructions & easy-to-read graphs.

One size. Advanced beginner level.

Helpful video links & notes for those new to stranding are included on last page.

Materials:
US Size 6 / 4 mm 16 inch circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge
Same size double pointed needles (DPN) if desired for toe decreases.
120 yds / 110 m MC - (Cascade 220 #8951 Aqua in photo)
75 yds / 69 m CC1 - (Cascade 220 #8393 Navy in photo)
75 yds / 69 m CC2 - (Cascade 220 #8505 White in photo)
25 yds / 23 m CC3 - (Cascade 220 #7826 California Poppy in photo)

Sharp darning or tapestry needle, Stitch markers, Large Stitch Holder
Size J Crochet hook OR 6” piece of 1 inch wide ribbon & needle and thread

Abbreviations:
st = stitch K = Knit P = Purl
MC = Main Color CC1, CC2, CC3 = Contrasting Colors
K2tog = Knit 2 together P2tog = Purl 2 together
KFB = Knit in front and back of stitch PM = Place Marker

Gauge: 22 sts = 4 in / 10 cm (not critical in a stocking but there it is)
Smaller needles and gauge for worsted yarn keep the fabric tight and less likely to stretch when filled.

Finished Size: (after blocking)
Approx 6.5 in / 16.25 cm wide x 13.5 in / 34 cm from cuff to bottom of heel; approx 8 in / 20 cm from heel to toe
Note: I prefer to cut unused colors rather than carry them down the seam. Knitter can choose to carry rather than cut if desired. Just ignore the instructions to cut. Please read “Stranding Notes” on final page if new to stranded knitting, helpful hints will be found there.