How to Knit Leg Warmers with Two Straight Needles

- Worsted Weight Yarn (two balls)

- Size 8 (5 mm) straight knitting needles

- Yarn Needle

- Scissors

Gauge

4 inches = 10 stitches over stockinette stitch

Finished Size

Approximately 14 inches long

Instructions

STEP 1: Cast on stitches

- Cast on 40 stitches.

STEP 2: Knit in the round

- Join the stitches together by knitting the first stitch onto the second needle, then slipping the first stitch off the first needle.

- Knit all stitches around until the piece measures about 14 inches or desired length.

STEP 3: Bind off

- Knit 2 stitches, then slip the first stitch over the second stitch.

- Repeat Step 3 until all stitches are bound off.

STEP 4: Weave in ends

- Weave in any loose ends with a yarn needle.

Finishing

your leg warmers are complete! Enjoy your new, cozy accessory.