Hey everybody!
Welcome to a new year and my first design release of 2021! I took a small hiatus from designing for the last few months, but I'm back, and super excited to complete the 20in20 collection. Obviously all the patterns weren't released in 2020, but rest assured they are still coming! For now, check out the Cabled Slipper Socks!
Cabled Slipper Socks
Wood and tile flooring can be cold on bare feet, no matter the season. Personally, I prefer socks over slippers, because I like something that fits tight on my foot. However, sometimes socks are not warm enough. The Cabled Slipper Socks are knit with worsted weight yarn creating the perfect combination of the warmth of slippers with the fit of socks to chase the chill away!
One unique feature of these slippers is the reverse stockinette bottom. The purl bumps on the outside make them a little less slippery, and the stockinette on the inside is soft and cozy on your feet!
The Yarn
I created this pattern for non-superwash wool, which I know seems crazy, so bear with me here. Wool is a super breathable fiber, but, let’s be honest, your feet may still sweat a little! In this case, it’s a good thing because a small amount of moisture will cause the slippers to felt a little on the inside and really shape to your foot! The trade-off is that they must be hand washed, so if you prefer not to have that hassle, super wash wool will work as well! Just make sure and check your gauge as every yarn can be a little different!
I used Brown Sheep Lamb's Pride Worsted and the blend of wool and mohair is perfectly warm and cozy. Lamb's Pride Worsted is a wonderful single ply yarn that comes in a variety of lovely heathered colors. I always have a few skeins of it stashed away for projects just like this!
Don’t you just love an oversized pom pom? One large contrast color pom fixed to the front of the Cabled Slipper Socks really turns them into a statement accessory. Or, try making a couple small ones and attaching them to the heel. For a more unisex look, you can skip the pom pom and ties completely!
Rōdster Adventures
On a personal note, one of the things that distracted me from designing last year is the decision my husband and I made to move out of our home and into an RV! We have always been nomads at heart, and at the beginning of 2020, before the pandemic, we began making plans to purchase an RV and hit the road. Because of the pandemic, it took a little longer than expected to fully prepare for living on the road full time, but by September we had hit the road! If you have any interest in following along with our adventures, check us out on Youtube and Instagram! You might even catch a sneak peek or two of future designs!
Current WIP (Work in Progress)
I've been working on finalizing this headband pattern! It holds my frizzy hair back, and I can pull it down over my ears when it is cold out. Once the pattern is finished, I might have to make one in every color!
See ya next time and happy knitting!
Rachel Unraveled