Irish Leaf Leg Warmers/Boot Toppers

Warm, loose-fitting, and comfortable, these leg warmers (or boot toppers) are made from pure Irish wool in a mix of Celtic twists, Fair Isle/Shetland strand designs, and simple knit and purl to add warmth and color. Wide enough to fit over your jeans and winter socks. Knitted mostly in the round so very little finishing needed.

Sized to fit most adults, with instructions for a loose top ribbing (which will crumple fashionably over your shoes/boots) and tight top ribbing (a better choice for warmth). If you prefer leggings that are snug on your leg, you can use smaller knitting needles.

This pattern requires just over 300 grams collectively from 4 colors of wool - I used Oatmeal, Lilac, Red, and Blackberry. (More quantity specifications are included in the pattern.)

Looking for exactly the right wool for this project? I purchased mine from http://www.commodum.etsy.com.

My instructions assume that you are right-handed, know how to cast on, cast off, knit, purl, slip stitches on and off double pointed needles, and knit stitches together. This pattern is perfect for intermediate knitters, motivated beginners, and all knitters who live in cold climates!