The Ember Glow Loop Stitch Slippers: A Free Knitting Pattern for Cozy, Textured House Shoes

Wrap Your Feet in Luxury: Introducing the Ember Glow Loop Stitch Slippers

There is something deeply satisfying about slipping your feet into a pair of hand-knitted slippers, especially when they are as uniquely textured as the Ember Glow Loop Stitch Slippers. This free pattern invites you to create a pair of cozy house shoes that feature a stunning faux-fur texture, achieved through a simple but magical loop stitch. Designed for comfort and style, these slippers are the perfect weekend project for using up bulky yarn. Whether you choose a heathered rust for a rustic feel or a soft cream for a more neutral look, the result is a pair of slippers that feel like a warm hug for your feet. Let’s dive into this pattern and create something beautiful and functional for your home.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies to ensure a smooth knitting experience. The gauge is crucial for a snug fit, so take the time to check it.

• Yarn: Bulky weight yarn (Size 5), approximately 200-250 yards. The sample shown uses a heathered rust and a soft cream.
• Needles: US 10.5 (6.5 mm) knitting needles, or size needed to obtain gauge.
• Notions: Tapestry needle for finishing and weaving in ends.
• Gauge: 12 stitches and 16 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch. Loop stitch gauge will vary; ensure a snug fit by checking your tension.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern is written for three sizes: Small (Women's 6-7), Medium (Women's 8-9), and Large (Women's 10-11). Instructions are given for Small, with Medium and Large in parentheses. Read through all instructions before starting.

Abbreviations

• CO: Cast on
• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• St(s): Stitch(es)
• RS: Right side
• WS: Wrong side
• K2tog: Knit two stitches together (decrease)
• P2tog: Purl two stitches together (decrease)
• Loop St: Insert right needle into next stitch as if to knit, wrap yarn around needle twice, then pull both loops through the stitch. Slip the two loops onto the left needle and knit them together through the back loop. This creates a loop on the RS.

Slipper (Make 2)

Cuff

CO 30 (34, 38) sts.

Row 1 (RS): K2, *P2, K2; repeat from * to end.

Row 2 (WS): P2, *K2, P2; repeat from * to end.

Repeat Rows 1-2 for 2 (2.5, 3) inches, ending with a WS row.

Foot

Row 1 (RS): K all sts.

Row 2 (WS): P all sts.

Row 3 (RS): K1, *Loop St; repeat from * to last st, K1.

Row 4 (WS): P all sts.

Row 5 (RS): K all sts.

Row 6 (WS): P all sts.

Row 7 (RS): K1, *Loop St; repeat from * to last st, K1.

Row 8 (WS): P all sts.

Repeat Rows 1-8 until piece measures approximately 6 (7, 8) inches from cast-on edge, ending with a WS row.

Toe Shaping

Row 1 (RS): K1, K2tog, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1. (28, 32, 36 sts)

Row 2 (WS): P1, P2tog, P to last 3 sts, P2tog, P1. (26, 30, 34 sts)

Row 3 (RS): K1, K2tog, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1. (24, 28, 32 sts)

Row 4 (WS): P1, P2tog, P to last 3 sts, P2tog, P1. (22, 26, 30 sts)

Row 5 (RS): K1, K2tog, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1. (20, 24, 28 sts)

Row 6 (WS): P1, P2tog, P to last 3 sts, P2tog, P1. (18, 22, 26 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving a long tail (about 12 inches). Thread tail through remaining stitches, pull tight to close toe, and secure with a knot.

Finishing

Fold the slipper in half with RS together (the loop stitch side should be on the inside). Using the tail, sew the back seam from the toe to the cuff using a mattress stitch or whip stitch. Weave in all ends securely. Turn right side out. Repeat for second slipper.

Your Ember Glow Loop Stitch Slippers are now complete! Enjoy the plush, textured warmth of your handmade creation. These slippers make wonderful gifts and are a joy to wear around the house.