Crochet Monogram Christmas Stocking

Crochet Recipe for Monogram Christmas Stocking

Materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in two colors (main stocking and contrast for letters)
• Hook: 4.5 mm crochet hook
• Accessories: Yarn needle, scissors, ribbon or cord for hanging
• Optional: Graph paper or digital design tool for customizing monograms

Abbreviations:

• ch: Chain
• sc: Single crochet
• sl st: Slip stitch
• inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec: Decrease (single crochet two stitches together)

Instructions:

Base of Stocking:

1. Start with the toe using the main color.
2. Toe:
   • Begin with a magic ring.
   • Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring. Sl st to join.
   • Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 sc)
   • Round 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat around. (18 sc)
   • Continue increasing evenly until the toe reaches desired size.
3. Foot:
   • Work evenly in sc for the length of the foot.
4. Heel:
   • Work in rows to create a square heel section.
   • Attach to the sides of the foot with sc.

Leg Section:

1. Switch to the main color if using a different one.
2. Work in rounds evenly in sc for the desired length.

Cuff:

1. Switch to a contrast color.
2. Work 5-6 rounds of sc or any decorative stitch (ribbing, puff stitches, etc.).

Monogram:

1. Use graph paper to design your monogram, or follow a chart for letters.
2. Add the monogram using tapestry crochet or surface embroidery techniques.

Hanging Loop:

1. Ch 20 with the contrast color, sl st to form a loop.
2. Attach securely to the top of the stocking.

Finishing Touches:

• Weave in all loose ends.
• Block the stocking if necessary to ensure a smooth and neat appearance.

Note: Here is a pattern suggestion for you to create your own pattern. The end result may vary. Full pattern here