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Legwarmer Crochet Patterns

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Cold weather is on its way. My mother in law is visiting from tropical India. She gets so cold in our temperate climate. Last time she was here, I crocheted her a pair of these classical legwarmers.

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http://www.knitting-crochet.com/crochet/legwar.html

Now, she wants some more.  So, I’ve been looking around to see what pattern I might want to use this time.  She’s only 4’9″, so the pattern has to be flexible.  Ballerinas certainly tend to have longer legs.  Here’s what I’ve found:

These might work for my MIL even though she’s a bit older and will never twirl:

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ballet Set

If these aren’t your cup of tea, try one of these:

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Crochet Leg Warmers

And for those of you who know how I LOVE to combine crochet with recycling, try making some of these from the sleeves of an old sweater.  No, I’m really NOT a slacker.  I just think it makes sense, at least sometimes, to go with the easiest route.  The legwarmers below are from this blog:

Long johns

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The next two sites have no pix, but easy to follow instructions for making legwarmers from old sweater sleeves.  Ok, trim them nicely with a pretty crochet trim (from that book I just reviewed) – and stay warm!

Sweater Sleeve Leg warmers 

More Sweater Sleeve leg warmers 

Comments

  1. I like this idea, but I would finish the tops with sewn-on ribbing like they use in ready-to-
    wear clothing. This would help them stay up
    better and fit the leg more smoothly.
    I recently knit a pair of legwarmers for my tall
    teenage daughter. I also sew, quilt and crochet. Happy Holidays to you all.

  2. This is such a great idea. Thank you for sharing it. I live in Upstate New York and we have already seen nights in the 20s so extra layering is a must. This will be fun and trendy. I look forward to more of your tips.

Have you read?

The Official Stardew Valley Crochet Book: That Rooster Had Me Hooked

Apparently, this is the year chickens took over my crafting attention. First came the emotional support chickens, then the pocket chickens, and now a rooster has managed to talk me into looking at another crochet book.

Honestly, put a crocheted chicken in front of me at this point and I’m going to stop scrolling.

That is exactly what happened with The Official Stardew Valley Crochet Book. The rooster sucked me in before I had even properly investigated what else was inside. After all the emotional support chicken crochet patterns we’ve been sharing, you would think I’d have had enough poultry. Apparently, there is still room in the imaginary yarn coop.

Now, a little honesty before we go any further: I haven’t read this book yet or tried its patterns. This is a look at why it has caught my attention ahead of publication. I have a very good feeling about this one, and I’m expecting it to be a lovely addition to the crochet bookshelf.

What’s Inside The Official Stardew Valley Crochet Book?

The publisher describes a collection of 25 crochet patterns with variations for more than 45 amigurumi projects, created by ConcernedApe, Megan Lapp and Ryan Novak.

The announced projects include Junimos, Slimes, chickens, a Junimo Hut and familiar game items. There are simpler projects such as Eggs alongside more challenging makes, including the Mermaid Pendant.

The chicken variations are particularly tempting, with different beaks, combs and tail feathers, plus White, Blue, Brown, Golden and Void varieties. You can probably see why my attention keeps wandering back to the coop.

It is scheduled for release on 26 January 2027 through Random House Worlds, with 240 pages in the hardcover edition.

Why This Crochet Book Is on My Radar

What appeals to me is the combination of recognisable characters and slightly ridiculous little objects. Those are often the crochet projects that make me smile most. A useful blanket is wonderful, but sometimes you simply want a tiny yarn creature keeping you company beside the sewing machine.

If you’ve enjoyed our emotional support pocket chicken crochet feature, you’ll understand the attraction. Small, characterful projects have a way of becoming much more tempting than the sensible project already waiting in your basket.

For Stardew Valley fans, there is also the pleasure of making something connected to a favourite game. We’ve previously shared a Junimo crochet pattern, so this feels like a lovely next book to explore for readers who enjoy that crossover between gaming and yarn.

Would I Add It to My Crochet Wishlist?

Absolutely. I can’t yet comment on the clarity of the instructions, the finishing details or how the patterns work up. Those are things I would want to assess with the book and a hook in hand.

But based on the announced collection, I know this is going to be a good one for my kind of crochet browsing: plenty of personality, playful projects and chickens I’m already mentally choosing yarn for.

You can take a closer look at The Official Stardew Valley Crochet Book on Amazon.

I came for the rooster. I suspect I’ll stay for the rest of the farm.