Knitted Honeycomb Leg Warmer

The knitted honeycomb leg warmers are the definition of cozy fashion! These trendy and practical leg warmers not only keep your legs snug and warm during chilly weather, but also add a touch of style to any outfit. With their charming honeycomb pattern and soft material, they are the perfect accessory for those looking to stay both comfortable and trendy. Whether you're heading to a spring picnic or lounging at home, these leg warmers will surely be your new favorite go-to accessory!

Step 1:

Materials
Cascade 220, 100% wool, 3.5 oz (100 g), 220 yards (200 m)
1 skein each of the following shades:
A; 9459, Yakima Heather
B; 2433, Pacific

Needles and Notions
US 5 (3.75 mm) double-pointed needles (DPNs)
US 7 (4.5 mm) double-pointed needles (DPNs)
Tapestry needle

Sizing: Gauge
21 sts and 28 rows = 4in. (10 cm) in honeycomb pattern

Finished dimensions
Upper calf circumference, Small (medium, large):
12 (13 3/4, 16 3/4)in. / 30.5 (35, 42.5)cm
Length, Small (medium, large):
14 (15, 16)in / 35.5 (38, 40.5) cm

Pattern Notes
All slip stitches are slipped purlwise.
Carry yards up the inside at the beginning of the round.

Step 2:

Step 3:

With A and size 5 (3.75 mm) DPNs, cast on 64 (72, 88) sts. Divide sts evenly over the needles and join for working the round taking care not to twist the sts. Use the cast-on tail to mark the beginning of the round.
Rnds 1 - 7: [k2, p2] rep to end.
Rnd 8: knit.
Change to size 7 (4.5 mm) DPNs.
Rnd 9: join B and knit.
Rnd 10: purl
Rnds 11-12: rep Rows 9 and 10.

Step 4:

Commence Honeycomb chart:
Rnds 1-4: join A [k5, sl3] rep to end.
Rnd 5: join B, knit.
Rnd 6: purl.
Rnds 7 - 10: join A, k1, [sl3, k5] rep to last 7 sts, sl3, k4.
Rnds 11 - 12: rep Rows 17 and 18.

Step 5:

Size small only: rep Rnds 1 - 12 another 6 times.
Size medium only: rep Rnds 1 - 12 another 6 times then rows 1 - 6 once more.
Size large only: rep Rnds 1 - 12 another 7 times.

Break A and continue in B only.
Next rnd: knit
Next rnd: purl.
Rep these 2 rnds another 4 times.

Step 6:

Finishing
Bind off. Weave in all loose ends and block to finished dimensions. The bottom will fan out a little bit and the top will pull in and hug the calf.