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Fair Isle Leg Warmers
What’s old is new again, especially with leg warmers. They add that perfect little something to any outfit that bares the legs. Knitting these is also a great way to try out your new Fair Isle skills.
Materials and vital statistics
✓ Measurements: 14 inches x 14 inches
✓ Yarn: Cascade Yarns “Cascade 220 Sport” (100% Peruvian highland
wool; CYC #3, 164 yards, 1.75 ounces 50 grams)
• Color A: Dark Gray, 1 ball
• Color B: Lime Green, 1 ball
• Color C: Magenta, 1 ball
✓ Needles: One 16-inch size US 5 (3.5 mm) circular needle or dpn’s to work in the round, or size needed to obtain gauge
✓ Other materials: Stitch marker, yarn needle to weave in ends
✓ Gauge: 24 stitches per 4 inches in stockinette stitch (6 stitches per 1 inch)
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- First published: November 2013
- Page created: October 30, 2013
- Last updated: October 30, 2013 …
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