Gr8 Gingham Slippers

> *If you would also like to knit these as a set with the [Gr8 Gingham Mittens][1], add both patterns to your cart and use code GINGHAMSET for a $3.00 discount at checkout.* > [Sign up for my newsletter][2] for > subscriber exclusive treats including > open testing calls for new designs, > kals, promotions, & more.<br><br> > If you aren't able to purchase my patterns at > full price, my **Choose What You Pay** pricing model > is also available exclusively to > subscribers. Immediately upon sign-up, you will receive a > welcome email and access to discount codes to assist with financial accessibility.<br> > **Sharing**<br> To share your projects and see other versions of the pattern and set, > use the [#Gr8GinghamSlippers][3] hashtag on Instagram ❤ *These toe-up slippers are worked on magic loop with a classic gingham motif on the top side and 1x1 colorwork on the soles for a nice padded step with a festive vintage feel.* **Sizes** One Size: 9.25”/ 23.5cm circ, with instructions for customization *This size will comfortably accommodate most feet with slightly varying amounts of ease. If you want to make a larger or smaller circumference slipper, you can go up or down in needle size. For more details, see alternate gauge notes.* **Suggested Yarn** Lighter Color: [Ritual Dyes Marona][4] (100% Cormo, DK weight, 250yds/100g), Natural Colorway Darker Color: [Spincycle Dream State][5] (100% SW American wool, 150yds/65g), Stay Out of the Forest Colorway *Please use any combination of DK/Worsted weight yarns accessible to you. Note that pattern also includes inverse color charts, should you wish to switch the darker and lighter colors.* **Yardage:** Lighter Color 125 yds / 114 m Darker Color 125 yds / 114 m **Suggested Needles** US 3 (3.25mm) 32” circular needles for magic loop US 2 (2.75mm) 32” circular needles for magic loop **Gauge** **As Written on suggested needles** 9.25”/ 23.5cm slipper: 25 sts & 28 rows per 4”/10cm swatch knit in stranded colorwork in the round, measured after blocking **For Smaller Slipper (on smaller needles)** 8.5”/21.5cm slipper: 27 sts per 4”/10cm **For Larger Slipper (on larger needles)** 10”/25.5cm slipper: 23 sts per 4”/10cm **Materials** smooth worsted weight scrap yarn or stitch holders, darning needle **Techniques** stranded colorwork in the round, magic loop, i-cord, working from a knitting chart, understanding color dominance, catching floats, increasing, decreasing, steam blocking **Construction** Slippers are worked from the toe up on magic loop with an afterthought heel. **Finished Measurements** Unstretched Circumference: 9.25”/23.5cm Length of Foot: depends on size Afterthought Heel: 2”/5cm Toe Shaping: 1.5”/4cm [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/gr8-gingham-mittens [2]: https://www.jessiemaeddesigns.com/newsletter [3]: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/gr8ginghamslippers [4]: https://ritualdyes.com/products/marona-from-ritual-dyes [5]: https://spincycleyarns.com/collections/dream-state