Warm knitted slippers/socks without a seam – with a gorgeous cable!

Absolutely! Let’s go step by step. I’ll give you a detailed guide on how to make warm, seamless knitted slippers or socks with a beautiful cable design, so you can have cozy, stylish footwear that’s perfect for winter.

Materials You’ll Need

• Yarn: Bulky or DK weight wool yarn (wool or wool blend works best for warmth and stretch).

• Needles: Double-pointed needles (DPNs) or circular needles (if using the magic loop method), matching your yarn weight.

• Cable needle (or a small spare needle).

• Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends).

• Stitch markers (optional, to mark pattern repeats).

Step 1: Take Measurements

1. Measure the length of your foot (heel to toe).

2. Measure the circumference around the widest part of your foot.

3. This will help you adjust the pattern so the slippers fit snugly but comfortably.

Step 2: Cast On

• Use a stretchy cast-on, like the long-tail cast-on, to avoid tightness at the cuff.

• Cast on the number of stitches that fits your foot circumference. Example: for bulky yarn, about 32–40 stitches for an average adult foot.

Step 3: Knit the Cuff

• Ribbing: Knit 1, Purl 1 (K1, P1) or K2, P2 for 1–2 inches.

• This ribbing keeps the slipper snug around the ankle.

Step 4: Begin the Cable Pattern

1. Decide how wide you want your cable (common: 6-8 stitches).

2. Place the cable in the center of the front of the slipper.

3. Example of a basic cable twist every 6 rows:

   • Row 1 (RS): K2, P2, K6 (cable), P2, K2

   • Row 2 (WS): P2, K2, P6, K2, P2

   • Row 3: Repeat row 1

   • Row 4: Repeat row 2

   • Row 5 (Cable row): Slip 3 stitches to cable needle, hold in front, K3 from left needle, then K3 from cable needle

   • Row 6: Repeat row 2

4. Continue until the piece reaches the length of your foot minus the toe area.

Step 5: Knit the Heel

Since you want seamless slippers, the short-row heel method works beautifully:

1. Knit across your stitches until reaching the midpoint of your foot.

2. Work short rows:

   • Knit across to the last few stitches, wrap and turn.

   • Purl back to the start, wrap and turn.

   • Repeat until the heel is formed.

3. This creates a rounded, seamless heel.

Step 6: Knit the Foot

• Continue in the round (or flat if you prefer) with your cable pattern on the top of the foot.

• Knit until you reach the base of the toes.

Step 7: Shape the Toe

1. Use decreases to shape the toe:

   • Round 1: Knit 2 together (K2tog) at each side of the cable.

   • Round 2: Knit.

   • Repeat until about 8–10 stitches remain.

2. Graft the remaining stitches using Kitchener stitch for a seamless toe.

Step 8: Finishing

• Weave in all ends using the tapestry needle.

• Optional: Block your slippers lightly to even out the stitches.

• If you want extra warmth or non-slip grip, sew a thin felt or suede sole on the bottom.

Tips for Gorgeous Cables

• Use contrasting stitch patterns (like ribbing or seed stitch) on either side of the cable to make it pop.

• Try twisting your cable every 6–8 rows for a balanced, elegant look.

• For a more intricate design, you can cross cables in both directions to create a braided effect.

✅ Result: You’ll have cozy, warm slippers with a snug fit, a beautiful seamless cable running down the front, and no uncomfortable seams. Perfect for gifting or keeping your toes toasty all winter!

If you want, I can draw a clear diagram showing exactly how the cable, heel, and toe work together, which makes it super easy to follow visually.

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