Here is the Fair Isle Leg Warmers Knitting Pattern to complete the set of Nordic winter wear I designed and knitted for my kids: Fair Isle pullover and Fair Isle beanie.
I spent most of my time knitting up a storm last year, and I am glad I did it. The kids and my husband (of course, and I) were truly enjoying a wonderful winter holiday while being able to keep warm for the entire trip.
The leg warmer is 12″ in circumference and 15″ long, suitable for both adults and bigger kids.
It is knitted with a poinsettia theme fair isle pattern. Similar to the Pullover and Beanie sets, the Fair Isle patterns came in both girl and boy theme.
The boy design is also an unisex pattern which is suitable for both girls and boys.
Fair Isle Leg Warmers Knitting Pattern
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The free leg warmers knitting pattern is in written instruction as well as a chart to refer to.
The yarn I used is Superwash Merino Yarn, which is also the leftover yarn after I completed the Fair Isle Pullover and the Fair Isle Beanie.
As you have noted, I reversed the poinsettia’s color to white with a gray base as compared to the pullover and beanie. This gives the leg warmers a little variation; also, you won’t feel boring to knit them in the same exact color.
It is no joke for the kids from an all-year-round hot and sunny country who have never experienced subzero weather. They had a temperature shock immediately after we came out of the airport building.
Though I have prepared them in mind that we are going to a country as cold as the freezer, they still find it incredibly cold. The first thing they shouted was when the automatic door of the airport glided open, and the chilly air flew in “Mom, wrap me up, faster!!! More clothes, more clothes!!!”
Hat on, gloves on, scarf on, leg warmers on, pullover, and jacket on; they are ready to have fun with the snow.
With a set of these Fair Isle winter clothes, not only are the kids kept warm and happy, but they also attract admiring eyes wherever they go. The proud mom of them (that’s me) felt super excited when I overheard other kids asking their mom to knit a set for them as well.
So, here it is; the free leg warmers knitting pattern. Just get the yarn and needle and start knitting up a storm.
Happy Knitting!
What’s Next
- Start knitting and share your completed handmade on Facebook and/or Instagram. Remember to tag us, @craftpassion, so that we are able to see them.
- Pin it to Pinterest for future To-Knit List
- Share with your knitting groups for a knit-along event.
- Browse more free knitting patterns to make, particularly the matching fair isle sweater and beanie hat.
Fair Isle Leg Warmers Knitting Pattern
The leg warmers are 12 inches circumference and 15 inches long, suitable for both adults and bigger kids. It is knitted with a poinsettia theme fair isle pattern.
The free pattern is in written instruction as well as a chart to refer to. The yarn I used is Lion Brand Super washed Merino yarn, which is also the leftover yarn after I completed the Fair Isle Pullover and the Fair Isle Beanie.
Enjoy knitting them!
Download and print separately:
Poinsettia Tic-Tac-Toe Leg Warmer Knit Pattern Chart
Poinsettia Heart Leg Warmer Knit Pattern Chart
Construction: Work in Round
Helpful video tutorial on
Fair Isle Knitting and How to trap the floats
Knit With Double Pointed Needles
Materials
Yarn: Lion Brand Superwash Merino Yarn
- Yarn A Color: Dark Gray (Charcoal) or Red (Cayenne), 1 ball
- Yarn B Color: Gray (Hemp), 1 ball
- Yarn C Color: White (Ivory), 1 ball
Tools
- Needles: Double Pointed needle or 9″ Circular needles U.S. 3 (3mm) and U.S. 6 (4mm).
- Stitch Markers
- Tapestry needle
Instructions
MORE DETAILS ON HOW TO KNIT
FAIR ISLE LEG WARMERS
Tension Gauge:
Stockinette Stitch: 24 sts and 34 rows = 4″ (10cm) using U.S. 6 (4mm) needles
Take time to make a gauge swatch to check your tension. Wash and block your swatch before measuring. Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Abbreviations:
alt = Alternate(ing)
k = Knit
inc = Increase(ing)
m1 = make 1 increase
patt = Pattern
rep = Repeat
st(s) = Stitch(es)
Knit Pattern
- Using Double Pointed needles or 9″ Circular needles U.S. 3 (3mm) and yarn A, 2×2 tabular cast on 72 sts (watch video on how to do 2×2 tabular cast-on in the round). Insert a stitch marker at the beg of the round.
Work 2×2 rib (k2, p2) in round for 1.5″ (4cm).
- Change to Double Pointed needles or 9″ Circular needles U.S. 6 (4mm) and yarn A, work fair isle leg warmer pattern 3 times. Cont until the piece is 101 round long.
- Change to Double Pointed needles or 9″ Circular needles U.S. 3 (3mm) and with yarn A, work 2×2 rib (k2, p2) for 1.5″. Tubular bind off the 2×2 rib.
- Block the leg warmers to obtain the correct size.
Pattern Diagram
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Notes
Yarn amounts given are based on average requirements and are approximated.
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martha goldman
Sunday 3rd of January 2021
hi...is there a flat seamed version of this lovely pattern?
Sheila
Sunday 8th of November 2020
love your patterns but would like to print them out without advertisements. Couldn't find a print instruction. Please advise. Thanks.
Craft Passion
Sunday 8th of November 2020
There is a print button that you can use to print, there will be no advertisement printed. Please do not use the print from the browser.
Deb Cursaro
Thursday 31st of May 2018
Hi Deb here love your patterns they’re beautiful I’ve not attempted an intricate pattern before so I’m looking forward to having a go. I am also looking for a snow ❄️ flake pattern for a scarf as my son has requested, he’s all grown up now but I still want to make something for him. I’m an Australian looking for this pattern & would appreciate your advice thanks