Moody Minimalist Striped Slippers - Free Pattern

Moody Minimalist Striped Slippers - Free Pattern

Introduction

Dive into the world of modern minimalism with these moody dark striped slippers. Perfect for cozy evenings, these slippers combine sleek design with a touch of elegance. With their alternating stripes of deep charcoal and midnight blue, they are not only functional but also stylish. Whether you're lounging at home or giving them as a gift, these slippers are sure to impress!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Fingering weight yarn in two moody dark colors, such as deep charcoal and midnight blue.
• Needles: US 2 (2.75mm) double-pointed needles.
• Gauge: 28 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Casting On

Begin by casting on 64 stitches using the long-tail cast-on method. Make sure to leave a long enough tail for your cast-on to avoid running out of yarn.

Once you have cast on, divide the stitches evenly across four double-pointed needles, placing 16 stitches on each needle.

Join to work in the round, ensuring that the stitches are not twisted. This is crucial for a seamless finish.

2. Cuff

For the first 10 rounds, work in k1, p1 ribbing. This will create a snug cuff that holds the slippers in place.

3. Body of the Slipper

From rounds 11 to 20, switch to stockinette stitch by knitting all stitches in deep charcoal.

For rounds 21 to 30, change to midnight blue and continue in stockinette stitch.

Repeat rounds 11 to 30 for a total of 60 rounds, alternating colors every 10 rounds. This will create a beautiful striped pattern.

4. Heel Flap

Work across the first 32 stitches in deep charcoal. Turn your work.

For Row 1, slip 1 stitch, then purl across the row.

For Row 2, slip 1 stitch, then knit across the row.

Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for a total of 20 rows to form the heel flap.

5. Turning the Heel

To turn the heel, follow these steps:

• Row 1: Slip 1, purl 17 stitches, p2tog, p1, then turn your work.
• Row 2: Slip 1, knit 5 stitches, ssk, k1, then turn your work.

Continue repeating these two rows until all heel stitches are worked, ending with a knit row.

6. Gusset

Pick up and knit 10 stitches along the side of the heel flap. Then, knit across the 32 instep stitches in the stripe pattern. Pick up and knit 10 stitches along the other side of the heel flap, and finally knit across the heel stitches.

7. Decrease Rounds

For the decrease rounds, follow these instructions:

• Round 1: Knit to 3 stitches before the instep, k2tog, k1, knit across the instep, k1, ssk, knit to the end.
• Round 2: Knit all stitches.

Repeat these two rounds until you have 64 stitches remaining.

8. Foot

Continue in the stripe pattern until the foot measures 2 inches less than your desired length.

9. Toe

To shape the toe, follow these steps:

• Round 1: Knit to 3 stitches before the instep, k2tog, k1, knit across the instep, k1, ssk, knit to the end.
• Round 2: Knit all stitches.

Repeat these two rounds until only 16 stitches remain.

10. Finishing

Graft the toe stitches together using the Kitchener stitch for a seamless finish. Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle. If desired, block lightly to shape the slippers.

Enjoy your cozy, handmade Moody Minimalist Striped Slippers!