Hi, fellow yarn lovers! Welcome to the wonderful world of winter.
Sure, it’s cold and dark, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t get into the exciting and energizing world of winter accessories!
Some of the often overlooked options are for your legs.
So, these 19 Free Knitted Legwarmer Patterns For Winter are going to show you just how nice it can be to enjoy warmth and fashion in whatever color combination you choose.
Each of these legwarmer knitting patterns is going to be effective at showing you how to enjoy an exciting adventure in color and warmth.
Let’s start off simple with your classic ribbed single-tone leg warmers.
You can create a thick ribbed cuff on either end and draw them tight or allow them to slouch.
They are great in whatever color you decide to create them in.
If you want a bit more texture, you can go with ones that use a lacey effect, others that rely on thick stripes and minimalistic appeal, and those that go chunky and slouchy.
Whatever you want to create in a solid color, there’s a legwarmer pattern here for it.
One of the most exciting is the subtle dance-style lace-up textured leggings or the button-up ones.
These both add visual detail to the legwarmers and create a memorable style.
There are many gradient styles that will go well with these exciting designs, too, so you can really create any style you want to with the right base material and pattern to get you started!
One of the coolest features is that these leg warmers are great for those colder months but also make great gifts for those who spend a lot of time outdoors in the cold and damp weather or are athletes and especially dancers!
It’s perfect for showing respect for their time and ensuring they stay warm all year long!
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Check Out The Knitted Legwarmer Patterns Below
Each of these knit leg warmers is going to introduce you to new ways to explore the concept of warmth, fashion, and elegance.
That’s why you’ll want to scroll down at each of these patterns and take a close look at what’s waiting for you.
Explore the variety, the combinations, the fashion, and really explore to see what’s the best one for your knitting needles.
Even if you are new to knitting, take the time to really explore the simplicity of these legwarmer knitting patterns.
There is no reason that you can’t find something worthwhile to create on this list, even if you’re just starting out.
When you’re ready, click on the link of the pattern that you like most, and you’ll be taken to the designer’s page to get started.
You won’t need to log in or sign up. Perfect for getting to work as easily and as simply as possible.
If you enjoy what you see, consider leaving a note for the designer to let them know your thoughts and feelings on it!
Fridley Legwarmers
Project Size: 10″ (25.5 cm) circumference and 14″ (35.5 cm) long. Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: Bulky Brand: Dragonfly Fibers Super Traveller Needle: 5.5mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Designer: Unspecified through Interweave
Project Size: Child (XS/S, M/L), To fit calf sizes: 8 ½ – 10 ½ (11– 13, 13 ½ – 15 ½)” (measured on widest part of calf) Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: Fingering Brand: Brooklyn Tweed Loft Brooklyn Tweed Loft Needle: 2.75mm, 2.25mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Designer: Veronika Jobe of Veronika Jobe’s Ravelry Store
Project Size: final length is 35 cm (13.8”) and the final width is 9 cm (3.5”) Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: Lace Brand: Katia New Babette Needle: 3.5mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Designer: Inma Gijón of Inma Knits
Project Size: Unspecified Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: Aran Brand: Cascade Yarns Quatro Needle: 4.5mm, 5mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Designer: Gretchen of Balls To The Walls Knits
Project Size: Foot circumference (stretched): approximately 11” / 28 cm Foot length (adjustable): approximately 13.5” / 34 cm Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: Fingering or Sport Brand: Unspecified Needle: 2.5mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Designer: Katya Gorbacheva of Katya Gorbacheva Designs
Project Size: Circumference of the ribbed cuff, unstretched: 10[12] inches Circumference of cabled legwarmer: 16[22] inches Length of legwarmer with the cuff folded: 15.5 inches Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: Worsted Brand: Patons Classic Wool Merino Needle: 4.5mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Designer: Susan Power through Knitty
Project Size: 8 inches in circumference unstretched / 16 inches in circumference stretched and 30 inches long Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: Worsted Brand: Manos del Uruguay Needle: 4.5mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Designer: Unspecified through Purl Soho
Project Size: S (M, L) To Fit 30 – 35 cm (35-40 cm, 40- 45cm) or 12 – 14’’ (14 – 16’’, 16 – 18’’) calf circumference. All sizes are approximately 39.5 cm / 15.5’’ in total length after blocking and is easily customizable. Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: Bulky Brand: Malabrigo Yarn Mecha Needle: 5mm, 5.5mm Video: No Pattern Format: PDF Download Designer: Nat Raedwulf of Wolf & Faun Knits
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