The pattern includes detailed instructions, color work charts, and full alphabets for personalization, allowing you to create a stocking that is uniquely yours. This easy-to-follow pattern will guide you every step of the way. The pattern has been crafted with care and professionally edited to ensure the highest quality knitting experience.

The center of this stocking features a Greek Key, also known as the meander pattern, has a long history dating back to ancient Greece. Its continuous, unbroken lines symbolize unity, infinity, and the eternal flow of life. In classical art and architecture, the Greek key motif was often used to adorn borders and frames, signifying protection and harmony. Incorporating this motif into your Christmas stocking design adds a touch of classical beauty and symbolism, suggesting the enduring nature of the holiday spirit and the interconnectedness of all things.

The Greek Key is surrounded by a Houndstooth pattern, this classic pattern carries a sense of tradition and sophistication. Originating from Scottish textile traditions, the houndstooth pattern often symbolizes heritage, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance. In the context of a Christmas stocking, it can evoke sentiments of warmth, comfort, and familial ties, connecting the present moment to cherished memories of the past.

A unique and modern hand-knit Christmas stocking pattern that is bound to become cherished family heirloom.

Details

The stocking is knit from the cuff down. Included are charts for colorwork and full alphabets for personalization. Short rows are used for the heel, I prefer German Short Rows but you can use any short row technique you like. To finish the stocking I line my stocking and attach an I-cord loop to the lining hang from. I line my stockings with felt and then block. To block I lay the lined stocking on an ironing board, cover with a damp thin towel, and then iron. When ironing, I work in small sections lifting the iron frequently and gently pressing, I never push the iron down and stretch the knitting. The hot steam blocks the stocking perfectly and the felt lining has enough structure to hold the stockings shape.

This pattern has been tech edited.

Our color work charts have been thoughtfully designed with user-friendliness in mind. Each chart incorporates clear and intuitive symbols, ensuring ease of reading and comprehension for every knitter. This thoughtful design means that our charts remain highly legible whether you choose to print them in color, gray-scale, or black and white. We prioritize your knitting experience, ensuring that you can effortlessly follow the pattern and create a beautiful stock with confidence.

Finished Measurements

Length: 25 in. (64 cm) 

Width: 8 3/4 in. (22 cm)

Gauge for this item is not as important as it would be for a knitted garment.  With that said gauge for this stocking was measured over 4 inches and after blocking.

29 Stitches 

35 Rounds

Yarn 

1 skein Malabrigo Mechita Fingering Weight Yarn (420 yds, 100g) in color: 845 Cirrus Gray.

1 skein Malabrigo Sock Fingering Weight Yarn (440 yds, 110g) in color: 358 Gingy.

US size 2 (2.75mm) double point needles or circulars.  I used my interchangeable needles 4 inch needle length and a 14 inch cord.

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