The Christmas Joy Stocking is knit using the traditional stranded colourwork method. The pattern has written instructions, but uses charts for the colourwork. It is knit using a short circular but can be adapted to the magic loop method or double pointed needles.

The stocking is knit in aran weight yarn, from the top down, ending with a rounded toe. There are instructions for a Wrap and Turn short row heel, however this can be changed to your own choice of short row or FLK heel.

Finished Measurements:
cuff to toe - 21 inches (53 cm)

Needles:
5 mm (US 8) circular needles/dpns for colourwork
4.5 mm (US 7) circular needles/dpns for toe and heel
If using a short circular you will need either a longer cable for magic loop or dpns when the circumference gets too small nearing the end of the toe.

Yarn:
Aran weight yarn - 100g (175yds/160m) x two contrasting colours
Yarn used: Folklore Yarns Traditions - Donegal Yarns Aran
Photo 1: Raphoe & Buncrana
Photo 2: Raphoe & Ecru
Tweed available at https://folkloreyarns.com/collections/traditions-a-donega...

Gauge:
20 sts x 21 rows per 4 inches using 5 mm (US 8) needle in colourwork. Although gauge is not essential it will impact the amount of yarn required.

Notions: two different stitch markers to denote beginning and middle of round, tapestry needle.