Simple Square Knit Slippers
Easy knit square slippers in two sizes in sock and DK weight yarns. The slippers are knit flat in garter stitch and seamed. Slippers are a great way to use up yarn leftover from projects (and great to make a matching set to go with a hat or cardigan).
Level
Beginner- knit, purl, decrease
Size
Sock Weight Version:
Size 0-3 months (2.75 inches long unstretched) Shown in stripes.
DK Weight Version:
Size 3-6 months (3.25 inches long unstretched) Shown in gray and tweed versions.
Note on fit: you want slippers to stay on the foot, so they need to be slightly shorter than the foot, they will stretch to fit.
Yarn
40-50 yards in sock or DK weight yarn
Materials
Sock Weight Version:
-US #1/2.25 mm needles
DK Weight Version:
- US #4/3.5 mm needles
Both Sizes:
-Tapestry needle to weave in ends
Gauge
Sock Weight Version: 6.5 stitches and 12 rows per inch.
DK Weight Version:
5.5 stitches and 10 rows per inch.
