The Knitted Slipper Book: Slippers and House Shoes for the Entire Family

Knitted slippers and house shoes: These are the new frontier for the legions of knitters passionate about sock knitting. And The Knitted Slipper Book is an everything-you-need-to-know guide to making this exciting variation on the sock. Whatever your preference—moccasins, mukluks, clogs, ballet flats, boots, booties, or Mary Janes—you’ll find all of the instruction you need. This eclectic collection of 30 designs is meant to satisfy the slipper styles of everyone in the family, young and old, male and female. In addition to the knitting instructions, techniques covered include felting; shaping; sizing; attaching soles, linings, and insoles; and finishing with tassels, pom-poms, and other trims. Step-by-step photos assure beautiful, hard-wearing, and well-fitting results.

Praise for The Knitted Slipper Book:

“It’s impossible to flip through without smiling. The color, the photography, the projects are imbued with joy.” —Knitty.com

“I really like the range of sizes . . . I love, love, love the Genie Folk Slippers!” —Knit Knit Café Blog

“Fireside booties are genius shoes because they warm the feet and the ankles. The sleepy friends slippers are super adorable. The photos of each slipper are fantastic.” —Sweetly Made

"This book is a lot of fun, offering options both whimsical and practical. But beware: looking at it might inspire you to want to knit slippers for everyone in your family. Or everyone on your Christmas list. Or to institute a no shoes in the house rule and knit a basket of slippers to leave by the door for guests.” —About.com

“We’re super psyched to offer you a free knitting pattern . . . (You’ll definitely want to check out the trailer for the book. It’s unbelievably adorable!) Katie suggests whipping up several of these clogs for house guests—but of course, a couple of pairs for yourself would be nice, too.” —Craftsy.com

“I love this book! You will too. And so will Mom, and Grandma! Aperfect gift for every knitter on your Holiday gift list.” —Gingerbread Snowflakes

“You can have all your gift knitting done from one book! Such a smart, fun yet functional collection of knits.—Petite Purls

The Knitted Slipper Book provides magic, along with a hefty dose of practicality.” —Shelf Awareness

“It’s a wonderful, multi-faceted book—and once I’ve finished knitting my way through it, I’ll be looking for the sequel!” —Kangath Knits

“We’re in the time of year when crafters seek out patterns and ideas for handmade holiday gifts. There’s a winner on each page of The Knitted Slipper Book.” —Cleveland Plain Dealer

“Patterns range from baby to large adults sizes, making this book of 30 designs especially appealing to those who have plans to make handmade holiday gifts this year.” —Grand Rapids Press

“Everything you need to know about how to make these warm and cozy beauties is all in one book, hooray for that!” —Smashed Peas and Carrots

“Because everyone needs cute house shoes, right?” —DallasNews.com

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The Knitted Slipper Book: Slippers and House Shoes for the Entire Family

Knitted slippers and house shoes: These are the new frontier for the legions of knitters passionate about sock knitting. And The Knitted Slipper Book is an everything-you-need-to-know guide to making this exciting variation on the sock. Whatever your preference—moccasins, mukluks, clogs, ballet flats, boots, booties, or Mary Janes—you’ll find all of the instruction you need. This eclectic collection of 30 designs is meant to satisfy the slipper styles of everyone in the family, young and old, male and female. In addition to the knitting instructions, techniques covered include felting; shaping; sizing; attaching soles, linings, and insoles; and finishing with tassels, pom-poms, and other trims. Step-by-step photos assure beautiful, hard-wearing, and well-fitting results.

Praise for The Knitted Slipper Book:

“It’s impossible to flip through without smiling. The color, the photography, the projects are imbued with joy.” —Knitty.com

“I really like the range of sizes . . . I love, love, love the Genie Folk Slippers!” —Knit Knit Café Blog

“Fireside booties are genius shoes because they warm the feet and the ankles. The sleepy friends slippers are super adorable. The photos of each slipper are fantastic.” —Sweetly Made

"This book is a lot of fun, offering options both whimsical and practical. But beware: looking at it might inspire you to want to knit slippers for everyone in your family. Or everyone on your Christmas list. Or to institute a no shoes in the house rule and knit a basket of slippers to leave by the door for guests.” —About.com

“We’re super psyched to offer you a free knitting pattern . . . (You’ll definitely want to check out the trailer for the book. It’s unbelievably adorable!) Katie suggests whipping up several of these clogs for house guests—but of course, a couple of pairs for yourself would be nice, too.” —Craftsy.com

“I love this book! You will too. And so will Mom, and Grandma! Aperfect gift for every knitter on your Holiday gift list.” —Gingerbread Snowflakes

“You can have all your gift knitting done from one book! Such a smart, fun yet functional collection of knits.—Petite Purls

The Knitted Slipper Book provides magic, along with a hefty dose of practicality.” —Shelf Awareness

“It’s a wonderful, multi-faceted book—and once I’ve finished knitting my way through it, I’ll be looking for the sequel!” —Kangath Knits

“We’re in the time of year when crafters seek out patterns and ideas for handmade holiday gifts. There’s a winner on each page of The Knitted Slipper Book.” —Cleveland Plain Dealer

“Patterns range from baby to large adults sizes, making this book of 30 designs especially appealing to those who have plans to make handmade holiday gifts this year.” —Grand Rapids Press

“Everything you need to know about how to make these warm and cozy beauties is all in one book, hooray for that!” —Smashed Peas and Carrots

“Because everyone needs cute house shoes, right?” —DallasNews.com

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The Knitted Slipper Book: Slippers and House Shoes for the Entire Family

by Katie Startzman
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Overview

Knitted slippers and house shoes: These are the new frontier for the legions of knitters passionate about sock knitting. And The Knitted Slipper Book is an everything-you-need-to-know guide to making this exciting variation on the sock. Whatever your preference—moccasins, mukluks, clogs, ballet flats, boots, booties, or Mary Janes—you’ll find all of the instruction you need. This eclectic collection of 30 designs is meant to satisfy the slipper styles of everyone in the family, young and old, male and female. In addition to the knitting instructions, techniques covered include felting; shaping; sizing; attaching soles, linings, and insoles; and finishing with tassels, pom-poms, and other trims. Step-by-step photos assure beautiful, hard-wearing, and well-fitting results.

Praise for The Knitted Slipper Book:

“It’s impossible to flip through without smiling. The color, the photography, the projects are imbued with joy.” —Knitty.com

“I really like the range of sizes . . . I love, love, love the Genie Folk Slippers!” —Knit Knit Café Blog

“Fireside booties are genius shoes because they warm the feet and the ankles. The sleepy friends slippers are super adorable. The photos of each slipper are fantastic.” —Sweetly Made

"This book is a lot of fun, offering options both whimsical and practical. But beware: looking at it might inspire you to want to knit slippers for everyone in your family. Or everyone on your Christmas list. Or to institute a no shoes in the house rule and knit a basket of slippers to leave by the door for guests.” —About.com

“We’re super psyched to offer you a free knitting pattern . . . (You’ll definitely want to check out the trailer for the book. It’s unbelievably adorable!) Katie suggests whipping up several of these clogs for house guests—but of course, a couple of pairs for yourself would be nice, too.” —Craftsy.com

“I love this book! You will too. And so will Mom, and Grandma! Aperfect gift for every knitter on your Holiday gift list.” —Gingerbread Snowflakes

“You can have all your gift knitting done from one book! Such a smart, fun yet functional collection of knits.—Petite Purls

The Knitted Slipper Book provides magic, along with a hefty dose of practicality.” —Shelf Awareness

“It’s a wonderful, multi-faceted book—and once I’ve finished knitting my way through it, I’ll be looking for the sequel!” —Kangath Knits

“We’re in the time of year when crafters seek out patterns and ideas for handmade holiday gifts. There’s a winner on each page of The Knitted Slipper Book.” —Cleveland Plain Dealer

“Patterns range from baby to large adults sizes, making this book of 30 designs especially appealing to those who have plans to make handmade holiday gifts this year.” —Grand Rapids Press

“Everything you need to know about how to make these warm and cozy beauties is all in one book, hooray for that!” —Smashed Peas and Carrots

“Because everyone needs cute house shoes, right?” —DallasNews.com


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781617690587
Publisher: STC Craft/A Melanie Falick Book
Publication date: 10/08/2013
Pages: 160
Product dimensions: 7.60(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Katie Startzman writes about knitting and other crafts (including making her own leather sandals and building a chicken coop in her backyard) on her blog, DuoFiberworks.com, which she shares with her sister. She sells individual knitting patterns from her blog and on Ravelry.com. She lives in Berea, Kentucky.

Table of Contents

Introduction 9

Part 1 Materials and Basic Techniques

Choosing a Style 13

Choosing Yarn 13

Gauge for Felting 13

Sizing and Fit 14

Felting 14

Soling 18

Lining 22

Slipper Care and Repair 24

Part 2 Projects

Fireside Booties 29

Wooly Wellies 33

Sleepy Friends Slippers 37

Pon-Pon Flats 41

Renaissance Boots 45

Mary Jane Baby Booties 49

Rustic Ballet Slippers 53

Trin Clogs 55

Recycled Fringe Slippers 61

Lace-Up Boots 65

Tarunned Booties 69

Sunday Morning Scuffs 73

Caunky Slipper Boots 77

Beaded Moccs 81

Garter Booties 87

Slough Socks 91

Inside-Out Slipper Socks 95

Options Flats 99

Brushed Suri Slip-ons 105

Tassel Loafers 107

Genie Folk Slippers 111

Ankle Fringe Boots 119

Roll-Top Baby Slippers 123

Travel Slippers 127

Pull-on "Public" Boots 129

House Clogs 133

Cotton Loafers 137

Button Boots 141

Plaid Loafers 145

Leg Warner Booties 149

Special Techniques 151

Abbreviations 155

Resources 156

Slippers by Type 158

Acknowledgments 160

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