Basic Legwarmers Crochet Pattern

Get a free basic legwarmers crochet pattern. Crochet leg warmers add an extra layer of insulation and warmth, which makes them great for colder seasons. They cover the legs from the ankle up to the knee, keeping heat and cold winds. This extra warmth can be especially helpful for people who spend time outside or do things like walking, jogging, or riding a bike. This tutorial will show you how to crochet these legwarmers step by step and give sizing options from small to extra large.

Basic Legwarmers Crochet Pattern, Free

Crochet leg warmers are so stylish and can be worn in different ways. They can be worn with skirts, dresses, shorts, or even piled on top of leggings or tights. Additionally, leg warmers are quick and easy to crochet, making them a good project for new and experienced crocheters. They can be finished in a short amount of time, which makes them a fun and satisfying.

Supplies

• Approximately 344 yards (315 m) of worsted weight yarn (category 4, 10 ply).
• 4.0 mm and 5.0 mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Yarn needle

Crochet Legwarmer Sizing

In case you using this basic legwarmers crochet pattern for making a gift and can’t measure your calf and ankle, here is a table for calf size, ankle size, and height from ankle to knee for adult female sizes (small, medium, large, extra large).

Size	Calf Size (inches)	Ankle Size (inches)	Height (ankle to knee) (inches)
Small	12-13	7-8	14-15
Medium	14-15	8-9	15-16
Large	16-17	9-10	16-17
Extra Large	18-19	10-11	17-18

How to Crochet Leg Warmers (Step by Step)

The rib sections of the basic legwarmer crochet pattern are crocheted sideways, separately from the main body of the legwarmer. This ensures that the rib parts will gather slightly to keep the leg warmers in place and prevent them from sliding down. The blo sc creates a stretchier rib.

Gauge

13 st and 8 rows of dc with a 5mm (H-8) hook.

1. Crochet the Bottom Ribbing

This will make the lower rib of your leg warmer.

1. Beginning with the 4mm hook, Chain 13. 
2. Row 1: Sc in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across row 1 of the lower band. (12 sc). Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 1 (doesn’t count as stitch). Sc. In the next 10 stitches, blo sc. Sc in the final stitch. (12 stitches)
4. Next rows: Repeat row 2 until you have the following number of rows in total. S = 38, M = 46, L = 52, XL = 58.

You can test the fit by wrapping the band around your ankle. If you change the number of rows, make sure you have an even number of rows at this point.

5. Slip stitch the narrow ends of the band together.
6. Turn the rib section inside out to conceal the seam.

2. Body of the Leg Warmer

1. Round 1: Change to the 5mm hook. Ch 1. Sc at the end of each row all the way around the band (38/46/52/58 stitches). With a sl st, join to the first sc.
2. Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc stitch), dc into each stitch, slip stitch to join.
3. Continue working round 2 until the body of your leg warmer is the required length. (S=13 inches, M=14 inches, L=15 inches, XL =16 inches) You can adjust the height of your leg warmers by adding or subtracting rounds from this section. The top band will be around 2 inches on top of this.

3. Transition

1. Return to the 4mm hook.
2. Sc in every stitch around.
3. Sl st to the first sc to join.

4. Crochet the Top Band Ribbing

Now, you will start working sideways again.

1. Ch 7.
2. Row 1: Sc in the second chain from the hook and in each subsequent chain. (6 stitches) Sl st to the next stitch. Sl st into the following stitch as well. Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 1. Skip the first two slip stitches and in the next 5 stitches, blo sc. Sc in the final st. (6 sts). Turn.
4. Row 3: Ch 1. Sc in the same stitch. In the next 5 stitches, blo sc. (6 sts). Sl st to the next stitch. Sl st into the following stitch. Turn.
5. Repeat Rows 3 and 4 until you get back to the start.
6. Finish off leaving a long tail.
7. Whip stitch the two ends of the top band together with the tail and a yarn needle.
8. Weave your ends in.

5. Make the Second Crochet Legwarmers

1. Repeat all of the steps for the second crochet leg warmer.

It’s important to keep the tension and gauge the same throughout the process so that the leg warmers look the same. Don’t be afraid to make changes along the way to ensure that they fit perfectly and have your own touch.

In Conclusion

Crocheting leg warmers is a fun and satisfying project that lets you make warm and stylish winter accessories. Following the step-by-step instructions, you can make a pair of leg warmers that fit your style and keep you warm on cold days. When you’re done making both leg warmers, take a moment to look at your work. Add buttons or ribbons to make your leg warmers even more unique.