Easy Knitted Slippers Pattern - Gentle Steps for All Ages

 While working away on my new knitting designs (coming soon!), I somehow found myself knitting… yet another pair of cosy slippers!

Did I already mention that after years of not knitting socks, I’m now completely addicted? Probably I did… 😉

Anyway, I’m really happy to introduce my newest design to you today - the Gentle Steps Slippers!

My idea was to create super simple, almost invisible slippers with a clean, minimalist look. After some thinking and swatching, I realized that good old stockinette stitch was the best choice — even if it’s not something I usually go for!

Even the edge band is done in stockinette. And I actually included two versions of the edge band in the pattern - more on that below.

 

To make my pair special, I added a few little embroidered hearts - just a sweet detail. There's a photo tutorial in the pattern and a video tutorial on my YouTube channel if you’d like to add them too, but of course, feel free to skip them! The slippers also look great plain, especially if you use multicoloured or speckled yarn. 

Tutorial is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGhBfSVO3Aw 

 About the pattern:

- Beginner-friendly.

- Written for both children and adults.

- Knit toe-up, with a shaped sole, short-row heel, and finished with an edge band.

- Uses 4-ply sock yarn

Edge band options:

- Simple stockinette edge — clean, minimal, and perfect for quiet days at home

- Double-layered edge band — designed with busy kids (or active adults!) in mind. It offers a snugger fit and you can even add a thin elastic cord inside if needed!

Knitting pattern for Gentle Steps Slippers is available from Ravelry and Lovecrafts.

To see some behind the scene photos you can follow me on Instagram.

You are also welcome to join my Facebook knitting group to share your work and get some help with my patterns.

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Short knitted socks in simple stitch - Flexy Fit Slippers

 

I am happy to share a new knitting pattern for comfortable short socks -  Flexy Fit Slippers. This pair is a sibling to my popular Flexy Fit Socks. Those slippers are comfortable, practical, and fun to knit.

 The Flexy Fit Slippers are worked in a combination of 1x3 ribbing and stockinette, starting with a heel flap on straight needles. The toe and edge band (in 2x1 rib) are knit in the round. The design is soft, stretchy, and super adjustable - perfect for creating either open or more closed slippers.

The slippers are knitted with fingering/4-ply weight yarn. I used a budget friendly sock yarn from Drops  - Nord. It is alpaca wool blend with  30% of polyester fibre for durability. 

Knitting pattern for Flexy Fit Slippers is beginner-friendly and comes in sizes for both children and adults.

Pattern is available from Ravelry and Lovecrafts 

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Surface Crochet Technique video tutorial and Tamar Hat

 Recently I shared two designs of mine - Tamar Poncho and Tamar scarf, knitted in colour block and decorated with surface crochet. Today, I'd like to share another design completed in this technique  - Tamar Hat. In addition, I made the video tutorial for this fancy method of decoration, which would help you to master this fancy technique and decorate any knitted garment or accessory. 

Let's start with the Tamar Hat

The Tamar Hat is a beautifully simple beanie, crafted with one main colour and accented by a single contrasting shade. While the design may be straightforward, the tartan effect adds a touch of sophistication, making it both stylish and unique.

I explored two delightful variations for this pattern: a light-coloured hat with dark stripes and a dark-coloured hat with light stripes. Both styles showcase the versatility of this design, letting the interplay of colours take center stage.

Knitting pattern for Tamar Hat is available from Ravelry 

The Magic of Surface Crochet

What makes those hats truly special is the surface crochet technique, which is used to create the illusion of woven tartan lines. This easy crochet method adds depth and structure without requiring complicated intarsia or stranded knitting. If you’ve never tried surface crochet before, don’t worry—the pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial to guide you through the process!

And the best news is I recorded a video tutorial for the Surface Crochet, which is available from my YouTube channel.  

Knitting pattern for Tamar Poncho is available from Ravelry. 

To see some behind the scene photos you can follow me on Instagram.

You are also welcome to join my Facebook knitting group to share your work and get some help with my patterns.

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Beginner friendly knitting pattern for socks - Flexy Fit Socks

 I am happy to share my very first knitted design for 2025 - Flexy Fit Socks. This versatile and comfortable pair is designed to cater to both beginners and seasoned knitters. Crafted with 4-pl/fingering weight yarn, these socks feature a combination of various ribbing stitches, ensuring a snug and flexible fit for all sizes.

Pattern Highlights:

Knitting pattern for Flexy Fit socks is written for both children and adults, making it a perfect project for family matching sets.

Clear and concise directions guide you through each step, ensuring a hassle-free knitting experience.

My first sample in beige is knitted in budget friendly yarn – Drops Flora. The yarn is warm and soft as well as keeps its shape well. Which makes it perfect for long lasting versatile socks.

Another sample is knitted in beautiful blue shade using hand dyed yarn from local dyer. 

For more inspiration please see some beautiful project from my test knitting team on Ravelry

Yarn Substitutes:

If you're looking for alternative yarns available on LoveCrafts, consider the following options:

1. Paintbox Yarns Socks: A durable blend of 75% wool and 25% polyamide, offering a generous 390 meters per 100g skein.

2. West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 Ply: Comprising 75% wool and 25% nylon, this yarn provides 400 meters per 100g skein, ensuring both comfort and longevity.

3. Stylecraft Head Over Heels Walking In Nature: A blend of 75% wool and 25% polyamide, offering 400 meters per 100g skein, perfect for creating cozy and durable socks.

Where to Find the Pattern:

The Flexy Fit Socks pattern is available for purchase on both Ravelry and LoveCrafts. Dive into this project and create a pair of socks that combine style, comfort, and a perfect fit for every member of the family.

Other socks designs:

If you like knitting socks you can check my other socks designs for inspiration and yarn ideas.

Talea socks - knitting pattern is on Lovecrafts

Arlet Socks - knitting pattern is on Lovecrafts

 

Trimetry socks - knitting pattern is on Lovecrafts

To see some behind the scene photos you can follow me on Instagram.

You are also welcome to join my Facebook knitting group to share your work and get some help with my patterns.

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