How to Make Easy Knitted Slippers – Step by Step

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How to Make Easy Knitted Slippers – Step by Step

These slippers are worked flat on two knitting needles and then seamed. No complicated shaping or special techniques are required, making them perfect for beginners.

Materials You’ll Need

1. Yarn: Medium weight (worsted) yarn. Wool, acrylic, or blends work well.

2. Knitting needles: Size 4–5 mm (US 6–8), depending on your yarn.

3. Tapestry needle for sewing seams.

4. Scissors

Optional:

• Non-slip pads or felt for the soles

• Stitch markers to mark rows or edges

Basic Stitches You Should Know

• Cast on (CO)

• Knit stitch (K) – we’ll use garter stitch for simplicity

• Bind off (BO)

Garter stitch is stretchy, forgiving, and perfect for beginners.

Step 1: Measure Your Foot

1. Foot length: Heel to tip of the toes.

2. Foot width: Around the widest part (ball of the foot).

These measurements help you decide how many stitches to cast on and how long to knit.

Step 2: Cast On

• Cast on enough stitches to match the width of your foot comfortably.

• Example for adult medium size: 30–35 stitches with worsted yarn.

Step 3: Knit the Sole

1. Work in garter stitch (knit every row).

2. Knit back and forth until your piece reaches the length of your foot sole, from heel to ball of the foot.

3. Optional: Taper the toe slightly by decreasing 1 stitch at each end every few rows for a snug fit.

Step 4: Knit the Top of the Slipper

1. Continue knitting a rectangle that will cover the top of your foot.

2. Keep it slightly narrower than the sole for a snug fit.

3. Knit until it reaches just past your toes.

Quick tip: Knit the sole and top as one piece for faster assembly.

Step 5: Fold and Seam

1. Fold the knitted piece in half with the wrong side inside, so the heel and toe align.

2. Use a tapestry needle and yarn to seam the sides and heel using mattress stitch or whip stitch.

3. Leave the top open for your foot.

Step 6: Optional Cuff

• Pick up stitches around the ankle and knit a few rows in ribbing (K1, P1) to make a snug, stretchy cuff.

• This helps keep the slipper in place.

Step 7: Finish

1. Weave in all loose ends neatly with a tapestry needle.

2. Optional: Sew non-slip pads or felt on the soles for safety and durability.

Tips for Beginners

• Use chunky yarn and larger needles to knit faster.

• Keep stitches loose so the slippers stretch comfortably over your foot.

• Garter stitch hides small mistakes and is very forgiving.

• Check the foot measurements carefully if knitting for someone else.

✅ And that’s it! You now have easy, cozy knitted slippers that are perfect for lounging, gifts, or beginners’ projects.

If you want, I can also make a step-by-step visual diagram for these easy knitted slippers, showing the sole, top, and seam placement, which makes it even easier to follow for beginners.

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