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Directory
Shrugs and Sweaters...........................................................................4
Hair Embellishments..........................................................................6
Leg Warmers...........................................................................................7
Patterns
At the Barre Shrug...............................................................................9
Precision Wrap Sweater.................................................................13
Perfect Form Shrug..........................................................................16
Warming Up Shrug..........................................................................19
Blooms for the Hair.........................................................................22
Born to Dance Bun Cover............................................................24
Perfect Pointe Leg Warmers........................................................26
Shades of Pink Leg Warmers.......................................................29
Joy of Dance Leg Warmers...........................................................31
Ballerina Bloom Leg Warmers....................................................33
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SHRUGS AND SWEATERS
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SHRUGS AND SWEATERS
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HAIR EMBELLISHMENTS
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LEG WARMERS
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LEG WARMERS
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PATTERNS
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LW5061 At the Barre Shrug Row 10: Repeat Row 3.
Row 11 (increase row): Ch 1, turn, dc in
Notes each st to last st, 2 dc in last st—18 dc.
1. Body of shrug is worked in one piece, Rows 12 and 13: Repeat Row 3 twice.
beginning at the lower back edge. Row 14 (increase row): Repeat Row 2—
2. Sleeves are worked directly onto the body. 19 dc.
3. Using a row counter is helpful to ensure Rows 15 and 16: Repeat Row 3 twice.
that both fronts and back have the same Row 17 (increase row): Repeat Row 11—
number of rows, that both sleeves have 20 dc.
the same number of rows, and to keep Repeat Row 3 until shoulder measures 7½
track of front and sleeve increases and (8½, 10½, 12)” [19 (21.5, 26.5, 30.5) cm]
decreases. (same as back). Fasten off.
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LW5061 At the Barre Shrug Repeat Row 3 until shoulder measures 7½ Repeat Row 5 until piece measures about 14 across taking care to work at least one slip st
(8½, 10½, 12)” [19 (21.5, 26.5, 30.5) cm] (15, 16, 17½)” [35.5 (38, 40.5, 44.5) cm] from at the end (do not end with a picot).
Rows 15 and 16: Repeat Row 3 twice. (same as back). Fasten off. beginning, ending with a wrong side row as Fasten off.
Row 17 (increase row): Repeat Row 11— the last row you work.
20 dc. SLEEVES (work 2) Picot Edging (right side): Ch 1, slip st in Ties and Lower Edging
Repeat Row 3 until shoulder measures 7½ The pattern stitch is reversible, so there is no first st, (slip st, ch 3, slip st) in next st (picot Row 1: Fsc 54 (60, 63, 66) for first tie, with
(8½, 10½, 12)” [19 (21.5, 26.5, 30.5) cm] specific right side. Before working the sleeves, made), *slip st in next 2 sts, (slip st, ch 3, slip right side of shrug facing, sc in each st across
(same as back). Fasten off. select the side you like best to be the right side. st) in next st; repeat from * to last 1 (2, 2, 3) lower edge of left front; sc in each st across
With right side facing, place markers on sts, slip st in each st to end of row. lower edge of back; sc in each st across lower
Size 8 ONLY both side edges of front and back, about 2 Fasten off. Repeat across other side edge to edge right front; insert hook in base of last
Row 2 (increase row): Ch 1, turn, dc in each (2½, 4, 5)” [5 (6.5, 10, 12.5) cm] above lower work second sleeve. sc just made and draw up a loop, yarn over
st to last st, 2 dc in last st (increase made)— edge (leaving about 5½ (6, 6½, 7)” [14 (15, and draw through one loop on hook (the
14 dc. 16.5, 18) cm] between the markers). FINISHING “chain”), yarn over and draw through both
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dc in each st across. Working across one side edge, join yarn with Sew side and sleeve seams, leaving a ¾-1” loops on hook (the “single crochet” – first
Rows 4–7: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 two more slip st at first marker. [19-25mm] opening 1” [2.5cm] from the Fsc made), work 53 (59, 62, 65) more Fsc.
times—16 dc. Row 1 (right side): Ch 1, dc in same space as sleeve picot edging for thumb opening. Rows 2 and 3: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across.
Row 8: Repeat Row 3. joining, work 32 (35, 38, 41) more dc evenly Fasten off.
Row 9 (increase row): Ch 1, turn, 2 dc in spaced across edge to second marker—33 Front Picot Edging
first st, dc in each st across—17 dc. (36, 39, 42) dc. With right side facing, join yarn with slip Weave in ends.
Rows 10 and 11: Repeat Row 3 twice. Rows 2–3: Ch 1, turn, dc in each st across. st in lower right corner, working in ends of
Row 12 (increase row): Repeat Row 2— Row 4 (decrease row): Ch 1, turn, dc2tog, rows work evenly spaced up right front edge, ABBREVIATIONS
18 dc. dc in each st to last 2 sts, dc2tog—31 across back neck edge, and down left front ch = chain; dc = double crochet; sc =
Rows 13 and 14: Repeat Row 3 twice. (34, 37, 40) dc. edge, as follows: single crochet; st(s) = stitch(es); () = work
Row 15 (increase row): Repeat Row 9— Rows 5–7: Ch 1, turn, dc in each st across. Picot Edging (right side): Ch 1, slip st in directions in parentheses into same st; [ ] =
19 dc. Row 8 (decrease row): Repeat Row 4—29 next st, *(slip st, ch 3, slip st) in next st (picot work directions in brackets the number of
Repeat Rows 10–15 once more—21 dc. (32, 35, 38) dc. made), slip st in next 2 sts; repeat from * times specified; * = repeat whatever follows
Repeat Row 3 until shoulder measures 7½ Repeat last 4 rows 4 (5, 5, 6) more times—21 the * as indicated.
(8½, 10½, 12)” [19 (21.5, 26.5, 30.5) cm] (22, 25, 26) sts.
6 (6½, 7, 7½)"
(same as back). Fasten off. [15 (16.5, 18, 19) cm]
Size 10 ONLY
Row 2 (increase row): Ch 1, turn, dc in each FRONT FRONT
st to last st, 2 dc in last st (increase made)—
15 dc.
first st, dc in each st across—16 dc. [11.5 (11.5, 14, 14) cm]
Rows 6 and 7: Repeat Row 3 twice.
Row 8 (increase row): Ch 1, turn, dc in each BACK
st to last st, 2 dc in last st—17 dc.
2 (2½, 4, 5)"
Repeat Rows 3–8 two more times—21 dc. [5 (6.5, 10, 12.5) cm]
Repeat Rows 3–5—22 dc.
14 (15, 16, 17½)" 12 (13, 14, 15)"
[35.5 (38, 40.5, 44.5) cm] [30.5 (33, 35.5, 38) cm]
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She’ll leave a little
sparkle wherever
she goes
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knitting Precision Wrap
LW5058
Sweater
We’ve designed this classic sweater in four sizes for
Designed by Cathy Payson girls of many ages. Dancers have loved this style
for its comfort and easy-fit throughout the years.
What you will need: For Bun Cover see LW5048.
RED HEART® Soft Baby Steps®:
2 (2, 2, 2) balls 9700 Baby Pink
Directions are for Child size 6. Changes for sizes 8, 10, and
Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 12 are in parentheses.
5 mm [US 8]
Finished Chest: 28 (30, 32, 34)” [71 (76, 81.5, 86.5) cm]
Two ¾” (20 mm) buttons
Finished Length: 12 (13, 14, 15)” [30.5 (33, 35.5, 38) cm]
(note: Only one button needs to
be decorative because only one
button shows on the right side, Special Stitches
the other is hidden on the inside M1 (make 1 – increase) = Lift strand between needles to
of sweater), yarn needle. left-hand needle and knit strand through the back loop,
twisting it to prevent a hole.
GAUGE: 17 sts = 4” [10 cm]; 24 ssk = Slip next 2 stitches, one at a time, as if to knit to
rows = 4” [10 cm] in Stockinette
right needle, insert point of left needle through front of
stitch (knit on right side, purl
on wrong side) CHECK YOUR stitches, knit these stitches together through back loop—1 st
GAUGE. Use any size needles decreased.
to obtain the gauge. ssp = Slip next 2 stitches, one at a time, as if to knit to right
needle, slip these 2 stitches back to the left needle, purl these
stitches together through back loop—1 st decreased.
Buy Yarn
Notes
RED HEART® Soft
Baby Steps®, Art. E746 1. Sweater is made from 5 pieces: Back, two fronts, and
available in solid color two sleeves.
5 oz (141 g), 256 yd (234 m); 2. Sweater is slightly cropped and has 3/4 length sleeves.
prints 4 oz (113 g), 204 yd
(187 m) balls BACK
Cast on 60 (64, 68, 72) sts.
Work in Garter st (knit every row) for 5 rows.
Beginning with a right side (knit) row, work in Stockinette st
(knit on right side, purl on wrong side) until piece measures
about 6½ (7, 7½, 8)” [16.5 (18, 19, 20.5) cm] from beginning,
ending with a wrong side row.
Continued...
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LW5058 Precision Wrap Sweater Row 3: Knit to last 5 sts, k2tog, k3—21 (24, Next Row (wrong side): Purl to last 3 sts, k3. Work even in Stockinette st until piece
29, 31) sts. Repeat last 2 rows until piece measures measures about 8 (9, 10, 11)” [20.5 (23, 25.5,
Shape Armholes Repeat last 2 rows 5 (6, 9, 11) more same as back, ending with a wrong side row. 28) cm] from beginning.
Row 1 (right side): Bind off 5 sts, knit to end times—16 (18, 20, 20) sts. With right side facing, bind off as if to knit. Bind off.
of row—55 (59, 63, 67) sts. Next Row (wrong side): K3, purl to end
Row 2: Bind off 5 sts, purl to end of row—50 of row. SLEEVES (make 2) FINISHING
(54, 58, 62) sts. Next Row (right side): Knit. Cast on 34 (36, 38, 40) sts. Sew shoulder seams. Sew in sleeves. Sew side
Work even in Stockinette st until armholes Repeat last 2 rows until piece measures Work in Garter st for 3 rows. and sleeve seams. Sew decorative button on
measure about 5 (5½, 6, 6½)” [12.5 (14, 15, same as back, ending with a wrong side row. Beginning with a right side (knit) row, work right side of left front, close to left side seam.
16.5) cm] from armhole bind off, end with a With right side facing, bind off as if to knit. in Stockinette st for 6 rows. Sew other button on wrong side of right
right side row. Increase Row (right side): K1, M1, knit to front, close to right side seam.
RIGHT FRONT last st, M1, k1—36 (38, 40, 42) sts. Weave in ends.
Back Neck Cast on 60 (64, 68, 72) sts. Work in Stockinette st for 5 rows.
Row 1 (wrong side): P16 (18, 20, 20), k18 (18, Work in Garter st for 3 rows. Repeat Increase Row—38 (40, 42, 44) sts. ABBREVIATIONS
18, 22), p16 (18, 20, 20). Buttonhole Row (right side): K3, yarn over Repeat last 6 rows 5 (6, 7, 8) more times—48 k = knit; k2tog = knit next 2 sts together; p
Row 2 (right side): Knit. (for buttonhole), k2tog, knit to end of row. (52, 56, 60) sts. = purl; p2tog = purl next 2 sts together; st(s)
Row 3: Repeat Row 1. Next Row (wrong side): Knit. = stitch(es); * = repeat whatever follows the *
With right side facing, bind off as if to knit. as indicated.
Shape Front Edge
LEFT FRONT Decrease Row 1 (right side): K3, ssk, knit to See next page for alternate photo
Cast on 60 (64, 68, 72) sts. end of row—59 (63, 67, 71) sts. 3¾ (4¼, 4¾, 4¾)"
Work in Garter st for 3 rows. Decrease Row 2 (wrong side): Purl to last 5 [9.5 (11, 12, 12) cm]
Buttonhole Row (right side): Knit to last 5 sts, p2tog, k3—58 (62, 66, 70) sts. 4¼ (4¼, 4¼, 5¼)" 3¾ (4¼, 4¾, 4¾)"
Next Row (wrong side): Knit. times—30 (34, 44, 46) sts.
5 (5½, 6, 6½)"
5 (5½, 6, 6½)"
[30.5 (33, 35.5, 38) cm]
Next Row (right side): Repeat Decrease Row
Shape Front Edge
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LW5058 Precision Wrap Sweater
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crochet Perfect Form Shrug
LW5060 Top off a girl’s look for ballet class or wear this
shrug over a tee shirt and jeans. It’s comfortable
thanks to the smooth, easy-care yarn, no matter
Designed by Lorna Miser
what the activity of the day.
What you will need:
RED HEART® Soft Baby Steps®: Directions are for size 4 years; changes for sizes 6, 8 and 10
1 (1, 1, 2) balls 9505 Aqua years are in parentheses.
Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: Finished Length from Sleeve Cuff to Sleeve Cuff: 17½ (20½,
5mm [US H-8] 26½, 32½)” [44.5 (52.5, 68, 82) cm]
Finished Length at Center Back: 4 (4, 5, 5)”
One button, 1” [25mm] diameter,
[10 (10, 13, 13) cm]
yarn needle
SHRUG
Sleeve
Note: Sleeve is worked in the round.
Ch 36 (40, 44, 48). Being careful not to twist, slip st in first ch
to join.
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LW5060 Perfect Form Shrug Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in same st, *ch 3, sc in
ch-7 space; repeat from * across, sc in 4th ch
Round 1: Slip st in first 2 sc, ch 1, sc in same of ch-7 – 4 (4, 5, 5) ch-3 spaces
sc, *ch 7, skip 3 sc, sc in next sc; repeat from Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc in first st, *3 sc in ch-3
* around to beginning ch-7 space, ch 4, dc space, sc in next st; repeat from * across – 17
in first sc (ch 4 and dc counts as last ch-7 (17, 21, 21) sc.
space) – 9 (10, 11, 12) ch-7 spaces.
Round 2: Ch 1, sc in same st, *ch 3, sc in ch-7 Repeat Rows 1-3 for 2 (2, 4, 4) more times –
space; repeat from * around, ch 3, slip st in 3 (3, 5, 5) repeats total for Back; 7 (8, 11, 13)
first sc – 9 (10, 11, 12) ch-3 spaces repeats total from beginning. Do not fasten
Round 3: Ch 1, sc in same st, *3 sc in ch-3 off. Cut yarn and set aside.
space, sc in next sc; repeat from * around to
last ch-3 space, 3 sc in ch-3 space, slip st in Shape Front
first sc – 36 (40, 44, 48) sc. Note: Front is worked in back and forth in
rows and will be longer than the Back.
Repeat Rounds 1-3 until pattern has been
worked 1 (2, 3, 4) times total. Join yarn with slip st in first st at lower edge
of Front and repeat Rows 1-3 as for Back –
Shape First Shoulder 17 (17, 21, 21) sc on Row 3.
Note: Shoulder is worked in back and forth Work until 6 (7, 8, 9) repeats total for Front
in rows. have been worked. Fasten off.
Row 1: Ch 7, skip next sc, sc in next sc, *ch 7, Shape Second Shoulder
skip 3 sc, sc in next sc; repeat from * across Rejoin yarn in last st worked on Back, work
to last 2 sts, ch 3, skip next st, dc in same st 20 (24, 24, 28) Fsc – 37 (41, 45, 49) sts.
as first sc, do not join. Beginning with Row 1, repeat Rows 1-3 as
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in same st, *ch 3, sc in for First Shoulder across all sts for 3 (3, 3, 4)
ch-7 space; repeat from * across, sc in 4th ch times. On last repeat, slip st in first st to join.
of ch-7.
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc in same st, *3 sc in ch-3 Second Sleeve
space, sc in next st; repeat from * across – 37 Beginning with Round 1, repeat Rounds 1-3
(41, 45, 49) sc. for 1 (2, 3, 4) times total. Fasten off.
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She’ll twist and twirl
in comfort thanks to
its ultimate softness
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knitting Warming Up Shrug
LW5065 Take fashion to the dance studio with this lush
shrug in the coziest yarn ever! Knit it in girl’s
sizes 4 to 10 in an easy pattern with eyelets for
Designed by Cathy Payson
feminine appeal.
What you will need:
RED HEART® Velvety™: Directions are for size 4 years; changes for sizes 6, 8 and 10
1 (2, 2, 3) balls 9010 Marshmallow years are in parentheses.
Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: Finished Length from Sleeve Cuff to Sleeve Cuff: 23 (24, 25,
5mm [US 8] and 6mm [US 10] 26)” [58.5 (61, 63.5, 66) cm]
Finished Length at Center Back: 12 (13, 14½, 16)” [30.5 (33,
Stitch markers, yarn needle
37, 40.5) cm]
GAUGE: 11 sts = 4” [10 cm];
18 rows = 4” [10 cm] in Simple NOTE
Eyelet stitch using larger needles. Shrug is worked back and forth in rows from sleeve cuff to
CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use opposite sleeve cuff. Seams are sewn closed at each cuff
any size needles to obtain leaving an opening in center for body.
the gauge.
SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS
Buy Yarn ssk: (1 st decrease) Slip next two stitches knitwise to right
needle, insert point of left needle through front of sts, knit
RED HEART® these sts together through back loop.
Velvety™, Art E835
available in PATTERN STITCHES
3.5 oz (100 g), 134 yd K1, p1 Rib (multiple of 2 sts + 1)
(123 m) balls
Row 1: K1, [p1, k1] to end of row.
Row 2: P1, [k1, p1] to end of row.
Repeat Rows 1-2 for K1, p1 rib.
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LW5065 Warming Up Shrug
SHRUG
5 (5½, 6, 6½)"
(39, 43, 47) sts.
Beginning with Row 1, work in K1, p1
rib until piece measures 2” [5 cm] from
beginning, end with a right side row.
[33 cm]
13"
needles and work in K1, p1 rib for 4 sts,
place marker, purl to last 4 sts, place marker,
5 (5½, 6, 6½)"
Next Row (Right Side): Work in K1, p1
rib on 4 sts to first marker, slip marker,
beginning with Row 1, work in Simple Eyelet
st to next marker, slip marker, work in K1, p1
rib on last 4 sts.
12 (13, 14½, 16)"
Keeping in patterns as established, keeping [30.5 (33, 37, 40.5) cm]
first and last 4 sts in K1, p1 rib and center 27
(31, 35, 39) sts in Simple Eyelet st, until piece
measures 21 (22, 23, 24)” [53.5 (56, 58.5, 61)
cm] from beginning, end with a wrong
side row.
Change to smaller needles and work in K1,
p1 rib for 2” [5 cm]. Bind off.
FINISHING
Sew 5 (5½, 6, 6½)” [13 (14, 15, 16.5) cm]
from cast-on edge closed along long edge.
Repeat to sew same length closed from
bind-off edge. Leave center 13” [33 cm]
open for body.
Weave in ends.
Abbreviations
cm = centimeters; k = knit; k2tog = knit 2
sts together; mm = millimeters; p = purl;
st(s) = stitch(es); yo = yarn over; [ ] = work
directions in brackets the number of times
specified; * or ** = repeat whatever follows
the * or ** as indicated.
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Luxurious and
unbelievably soft for
your ballet princess
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crochet Blooms for the Hair
LW5049 When her hair is in an up-do, it helps to have a
pretty crocheted flower to hold the ends in place.
Perfect for young ballerinas or anytime she’d like
Designed by Michele Wilcox
to add a flower to her hair.
What you will need:
RED HEART® Soft Baby Steps®: Flower measures 3” (7.5 cm) in diameter.
1 ball each 9590 Lavender A and
9700 Baby Pink B FLOWER (make 2)
Note: Only small quantities of A First Petal Layer
and B are needed for this project. With A, ch 4.
Round 1 (right side): Work 11 dc in 4th ch from hook
Susan Bates® Crochet Hook:
(beginning ch count as first dc); join with slip st in top of
3.75mm [US F-5]
beginning ch—12 dc.
Yarn needle, 2 hair combs Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in same st as join and in each dc around;
join with slip st in first sc—24 sc.
GAUGE: Gauge is not critical for Round 3: Ch 1, hdc in same st as join, 2 dc in next 2 sc, hdc
this project in next sc, ch 1, slip st in next sc (petal made), *hdc in next sc,
2 dc in next 2 sc, hdc in next sc, ch 1, slip st in next sc (petal
made); repeat from * around, ending with last slip st in last
Buy Yarn
slip st of Rnd 2—6 petals. Fasten off.
RED HEART® Soft
Baby Steps®, Art. E746 2nd Petal Layer
available in solid color With B, ch 4.
5 oz (141 g), 256 yd (234 m); Round 1 (right side): Work 11 dc in 4th ch from hook
prints 4 oz (113 g), 204 yd (beginning ch count as first dc); join with slip st in top of
(187 m) balls
beginning ch—12 dc.
Round 2: Ch 1, hdc in same st as join, 2 dc in next dc (petal
made), *ch 1, (slip st, ch 1, hdc) in next dc, 2 dc in next
dc (petal made); repeat from * around; join with slip st in
beginning ch—6 petals. Fasten off.
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LW5049 Blooms for the Hair
Centerpiece
Leaving a long beginning tail, with B, ch 2, 6
sc in 2nd ch from hook, join with slip st to
first sc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Weave
ending tail through back loop of each st; pull
gently but tightly to close.
FINISHING
Stack layers of petals with first petal layer on
bottom and 3rd petal layer on top. Pull tails
of centerpiece though center of Round 1 of
all layers, tie a knot and secure on wrong
side of first petal layer. Sew to top bar of
comb between teeth.
Weave in ends.
ABBREVIATIONS
A, B = Color A, Color B; ch = chain(s); dc =
double crochet; hdc = half double crochet;
sc = single crochet; st(s) = stitch(es); ( ) =
work directions in parentheses into same st.
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crochet Born to Dance
LW5048
Bun Cover
Keep a ballet bun in place with a pretty mesh
Designed by Michele Wilcox
bun cover. This one is easily crocheted and has a
What you will need: tie woven around to adjust its size.
RED HEART® Soft Baby Steps®:
1 ball 9702 Strawberry
Bun cover measures 9” circumference x 3¾” long
Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: (23 x 9.5 cm.
4.25mm [US G-6]
Notes
Yarn needle, stitch marker
1. Bun cover is worked in rounds with right facing at all
GAUGE: Gauge is not critical for times. Join at end of each round only when instructed.
this project. 2. Beginning in Round 5, place marker for beginning of
round and move marker up as each round is completed.
FINISHING
Tie Ch 80. Fasten off. Tie a knot at each end of tie and weave
through ch-5 spaces of last round. Weave in ends.
ABBREVIATIONS
ch = chain(s); sc = single crochet; st(s) = stitch(es); ( ) = work
directions in parentheses into same st; [ ] = work directions
in brackets the number of times specified.
See alternate photo on next page
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LW5048 Born to Dance Bun Cover
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crochet Perfect Pointe Leg
LW5057
Warmers
These leg warmers have a lot of great texture and
Designed by Salena Baca
appeal. Crochet them in one piece from start to
What you will need: finish in an easy-fit ribbing pattern. Finish off the
top with a bit of ribbon to keep them in place, and
RED HEART® Snuggle Bunny™: to give them an extra girly touch.
2 balls 9943 Dreamy
Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: Directions are for size 4-5 years; changes for sizes 6-7 and
8mm [US L-11] 8-10 years are in parentheses.
2 pieces of ribbon, about 18”
[46 cm] each, yarn needle Leg Warmer Circumference: 10 (11, 12)” [25.5 (28, 30.50 cm]
Leg Warmer Length: 11½ (12½, 13½) [29 (32, 34) cm]
GAUGE: 8 sc = 4” [10 cm]; 8 rows
= 4” [10 cm] in single crochet. NOTES
CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use Leg is worked in back and forth in rows and then joined.
any size hook to obtain the Edging is worked on sts picked up along one long edge of
gauge.
cuff and is worked in rounds.
Buy Yarn Sizing Note: For the best fit, measure mid-calf while in a
standing position, make the size that is 1-2” [2-5 cm] smaller
RED HEART® than measurement. This design is meant to fit comfortably
Snuggle Bunny™, Art. around the calf.
E812 available in 3.5 oz
(100 g) 80 yd (73 m)
balls
LEG WARMERS (Make 2)
Leg
Ch 21 (23, 25).
Row 1: Sc in 2nd chain from hook and each ch across – 20
(22, 24) sc.
Rows 2-16 (18, 20): Ch 1, turn, working in back loops only, sc
into each st across – 20 (22, 24) sc.
Joining Row: With wrong side facing, fold piece in half,
aligning sts from first row with sts from last row, working
through both layers, slip st in each st across to join. Do not
fasten off. Turn Leg right side out.
Continued...
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LW5057 Perfect Pointe Leg Warmers
Edging
Round 1: With right side facing and working
along row ends, ch 3 (counts as first hdc and
ch 1), skip next row, [hdc in next row, ch 1,
skip next row] 7 (8, 9) times, slip st in 2nd ch
of beginning ch-3 to join – 8 (9, 10) hdc and
8 (9, 10) ch-1 spaces.
Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 sc in each ch-1 space
around, slip stitch around first sc to join – 16
(18, 20) sc. Fasten off.
FINISHING
Weave in ends. Weave length of ribbon in
and out of ch-1 spaces on Round 1 of Edging.
Tie ends into a bow.
ABBREVIATIONS
ch = chain; cm = centimeters; hdc = half
double crochet; mm = millimeters; sc =
single crochet; st(s) = stitch(es); [ ] = work
directions in brackets the number of times
specified.
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Cuddly and soft,
in shaded textures
as special as
she is
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knitting Shades of Pink Leg
LW5051
Warmers
This lofty yarn is perfect for knitting up
Designed by Jodi Lewanda
a pair of cozy leg warmers. Girls will love them for
What you will need: ballet or anytime they want to stay warm while
still being fashionable.
RED HEART® Snuggle Bunny™:
1 (2, 2, 2, 2) balls 9965 Flamingo
Susan Bates® Knitting needles: Directions are for child’s size 4; changes for sizes 6, 8, 10,
6mm [US 10] and 12 are in parentheses.
Yarn needle
Finished Measurements
GAUGE : 12 sts = 4” (10 cm); 20 Cuff circumference: 6 (6¾, 7¼, 8, 9)” [15 (17, 18, 20, 23) cm]
rows = 4” (10 cm) in Garter st Leg circumference: 8¼ (9, 10, 11, 12)” [21 (23, 25, 28, 30) cm]
(knit every row). CHECK YOUR Length: 9½ (10, 11, 12, 13)” [24 (25, 28, 30, 33) cm]
GAUGE. Use any size needles
to obtain the gauge. SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS
Kfb = Knit into the front and then the back of the same st.
Buy Yarn LEG WARMER (Make 2)
RED HEART® Loosely cast on 19 (21, 23, 25, 27) sts.
Snuggle Bunny™, Art. Row 1 (wrong side): *P1, k1; repeat from * to last st, p1.
E812 available in 3.5 oz Row 2 (right side): *K1, p1; repeat from * to last st, k1.
(100 g) 80 yd (73 m) Rep Rows 1 and 2, then repeat Row 1 once more.
balls Increase row: K1, kfb, knit to last 2 sts, kfb, k1.
Working in Garter st (knit every row), increase every 10th
(12th, 10th, 12th, 14th) row a total of 3 (3, 4, 4, 4) times—25
(27, 31, 33, 35) sts.
Work even until piece measures 8½ (9, 10, 11, 12)” [21 (23, 25,
28, 30) cm] or 1” (3 cm) less than desired length, ending with
a wrong side row.
Next row (right side): Repeat Row 2.
Next row (wrong side): Repeat Row 1.
Repeat these two rows, then repeat Row 2 once more.
Bind off loosely in pattern.
Continued...
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LW5051 Shades of Pink Leg Warmers
FINISHING
Using mattress stitch or flat seaming
technique of your choice, and catching half
of one st from each edge, use yarn needle to
sew side edges of piece together to form leg
warmer.
ABBREVIATIONS
K = knit; mm = millimeters; P = purl; st(s) =
stitch(es); * = repeat whatever follows the *
as indicated.
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crochet Joy of Dance
LW5059
Leg Warmers
These leg warmers are so quick to crochet,
Designed by Salena Baca
you’ll have time to make a wardrobe of them
What you will need: in an array of colors! First the ribbed cuff is
crocheted then the leg is worked in rounds
RED HEART® Soft Baby Steps®:
1 (1, 1) ball 9590 Lavender across top edge of rib.
Susan Bates® Crochet Hook:
4.25mm [US G-6] Directions are for size Small (2-3 years). Changes for
sizes Medium (4-7 years) and Large (8-10 years) are in
Yarn needle, 1 yd 1/8”-¼”
parentheses.
(3mm-6.5mm) wide ribbon
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LW5059 Joy of Dance Leg Warmers
Leg
Round 1 (right side): Ch 2 (does not count
as a st here and throughout), working across
top edge in ends of rows, 2 hdc in first row,
[skip next row, 2 hdc in next row] 13 (15, 17)
times, skip last row; join with slip st in first
hdc—28 (32, 36) hdc.
Rounds 2–17 (20, 23): ): Ch 2, 2 hdc in
space between first 2 hdc, *2 hdc in space
between next 2 hdc; repeat from * around;
join with slip st in first hdc.
Round 18 (21, 24): Ch 3 (counts as hdc, ch
1), skip next st, hdc in next st, *ch 1, skip next
st, hdc in next st; repeat from * around, ch
1, skip last st; join with slip st in 2nd ch of
beginning ch—14 (16, 18) hdc and 14 (16,
18) ch-1 spaces.
Round 19 (22, 25): Ch 1, 2 sc in each ch-1
space around; join with slip st in first hdc—
28 (32, 36) sc.
Round 20 (23, 26): Ch 1, sc in each st
around; join with slip st in first hdc. Fasten
off. Weave in ends.
FINISHING
Cut ribbon in 2 pieces each measuring
18” (45.5 cm). Weave ribbon through ch-1
spaces of Round 18 (21, 24) of each leg
warmer and tie in a bow.
ABBREVIATIONS
ch = chain(s); hdc = half double crochet; sc
= single crochet; st(s) = stitch(es); ( ) = work
directions in parentheses in same st; [ ] =
work directions in brackets the number of
times specified; * = repeat whatever follows
the * as indicated.
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knitting Ballerina Bloom
LW5050
Leg Warmers
Knit a pair of leg warmers for a girl who loves
Designed by Jodi Lewanda
to dance or for a girl that just likes to keep her
What you will need: legs warm. A pretty knit flower is the perfect
finishing touch for these comfy warmers!
RED HEART® Soft Baby Steps®:
1 ball 9702 Strawberry
In the Round Version Directions are for child’s size 4; changes for sizes 6, 8, 10,
Susan Bates® Double pointed and 12 are in parentheses.
needles: One set each 4mm
[US 6] and 4.5mm [US 7]
Finished Measurements
Stitch marker, yarn needle, two ⅝” Cuff circumference (stretched): 6½ (7, 7, 8, 8)” [17 (18, 18,
(15mm) buttons 20, 20) cm]
Leg circumference: 8 (9, 9½, 11, 12)” [20 (23, 24, 28, 30) cm]
Flat Version Length: 9 (10, 11, 12, 13)” [23 (25, 28, 30, 33) cm]
Susan Bates® Knitting needles:
4mm [US 6] and 4.5mm [US 7] Note
This pattern is written in two versions. One version is knit in
Yarn needle, two ⅝” (15mm)
buttons the round and the second version is knit flat then seamed.
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LW5050 Ballerina Bloom Leg Warmers Repeat last 10 (12, 8, 6, 6) rows 2 (2, 4, 6, 8) Cut yarn, leaving a 12” [30 cm] tail. Thread ABBREVIATIONS
more times—42 (46, 50, 58, 62) sts. tail through yarn needle and insert through K = knit; p = purl; st(s) = stitch(es); * =
Increase Round: K1, M1R, knit to last st, Work even until piece measures 8 (9, 10, remaining 5 sts. Pull yarn firmly and fasten. repeat whatever follows the * as indicated.
M1L, k1—34 (38, 38, 42, 42) sts. 10½, 11½)” [20 (23, 25, 27, 29) cm] from
Work even in Stockinette st (knit every beginning or 1 (1, 1, 1½, 1½)” [3 (3, 3, 4, 4) FINISHING
round) for 9 (11, 7, 5, 5) rounds. cm] less than desired length, ending after With yarn needle, sew 1 flower to each leg
Repeat Increase Round—36 (40, 40, 44, 44) completing a wrong side row. warmer as shown in photo. Tack button to
sts. Change to smaller needles. center of each flower.
Repeat last 10 (12, 8, 6, 6) rows 2 (2, 4, 6, 8) Row 1 (Right Side): K1, *k2, p2; repeat from
more times—40 (44, 48, 56, 60) sts. * to last st, k1. With yarn needle, weave in all loose ends.
Work even in Stockinette st until piece Row 2 (Wrong Side): P1, *k2, p2; repeat
measures 8 (9, 10, 10½, 11½)” [20 (23, 25, 27, from * to last st, p1.
29) cm] from beginning or 1 (1, 1, 1½, 1½)” Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 9
[3 (3, 3, 4, 4) cm] less than desired length. (10, 11, 12, 13)” [23 (25, 28, 30, 33) cm] from
Change to smaller needles. beginning.
Next Round: *K2, p2; repeat from * around. Change to larger needles.
Repeat this round until piece measures 9 Bind off loosely in K2, P2 rib.
(10, 11, 12, 13)” [23 (25, 28, 30, 33) cm] from
beginning. FINISHING
Change to larger needles. With yarn needle, sew side edges of piece
Bind off loosely in K2, P2 rib. together to form leg warmer. Weave in all
loose ends.
FINISHING
With yarn needle, weave in all loose ends. FLOWER EMBELLISHMENT
(Make 2)
LEG WARMER (Flat Version) Petal (make 5 for each flower)
(Make 2) With smaller needles, cast on 3 sts.
With larger needles, loosely cast on 34 (38, Row 1: Kfb, knit to end of row – 4 sts.
38, 42, 42) sts. Row 2: Repeat Row 1 – 5 sts.
Change to smaller needles. Row 3: Repeat Row 1 – 6 sts.
Row 1 (Right Side): K1 (selvedge st), *k2, p2; Row 4: Repeat Row 1 – 7 sts.
repeat from * to last st, k1 (selvedge st). Rows 5 and 6: Knit across.
Row 2 (Wrong Side): P1, *k2, p2; repeat Cut yarn, leaving sts on needle; do not
from * to last st, p1. bind off.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures
1 (1, 1, 1½, 1½)” [3 (3, 3, 4, 4) cm] from Work 4 more petals same as first, placing all
beginning. 5 petals on the same needle. Do not cut yarn
Change to larger needles. from last petal.
Increase Row: K1, M1R, knit to last st, M1L, Knit across all petals – 35 sts.
k1—36 (40, 40, 44, 44) sts. Next Row: *K2tog; repeat from * to last st,
Work even in Stockinette st (knit on right k1 – 18 sts.
side, purl on wrong side) for 9 (11, 7, 5, 5) Next Row: *K2tog; repeat from * to end of
rows. row – 9 sts.
Repeat Increase Row—38 (42, 42, 46, 46) sts. Next Row: K1, *k2tog; repeat from * to end
of row – 5 sts.
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