This is a pattern for both a bee and a snail Christmas stocking with a detailed, 11 page instruction how to cast on, turn the heel and shape the toe. A basic understanding of fair isle knitting and knitting on double point needles is an advantage. I would rate this pattern as intermediate to advanced. The pattern contains lots of photographs and the charts for both stockings.

The pattern also contains an alphabet chart and instructions how to add a name to the top of the stocking to make it a personalized Christmas stocking.

Material:
King cole pricewise DK in colours:
Wine 032 – dark red (about 40g),
Terracotta 379 – medium red (about 10g),
Cranberry 308 – bright red (about 10g),
Blossom 1743 – light red/pink (about 20g),
Grass 272 – green (about 10g)

Set of double point needles (5)
Size Europe 4/ US 6

Tapestry needle

Size: 6.5” (16cm) wide, 22” (56cm) long

21sts wide x 26sts high over 4x4”
(10x10cm)

Other yarn can be used, size will vary.

You may sell items made from this pattern (they sell really well!), but please don’t sell the pattern itself.

This is a very satisfying project that looks amazing (I get many compliments), but it’s actually not too difficult and quick to knit once you get the hang of it. I’m around to answer questions if you’re stuck.