Hearts of Oak Christmas Stocking by Kirsten Hipsky

Hearts of Oak Christmas Stocking

Knitting
October 2012
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette stitch
US 7 - 4.5 mm
494 yards (452 m)
Finished Measurements: about 14” around
English
This pattern is available from yarn.com for $5.99.

The conclusion of our ongoing Stitch Red Campaign pattern series, this bright and cheery stocking calls upon the Hearts of Oak stitch pattern’s textural resemblance to pine cones. After making a red one, try another in green, brown, or even stripes!

Finished Measurements: about 14” around

Yarn: 2 skeins Valley Yarns Northampton (100% Wool, 100g/247yds) color Red

Needles: US 7 (4.50mm) double pointed needles, OR SIZE NEEDED TO GET GAUGE

Gauge: 24 sts and 28 rows = 4” in main body pattern st after blocking; 18 sts and 26 rows = 4” in stockinette st