You have free time, old things and creative work bring you only pleasure. Then this article is especially for you. We recommend reading everything to those who are seriously thinking about giving things a second life and reusing them.
Which sweater is suitable for sewing socks?
If you are seriously thinking about turning an old sweater into socks, then you need to carefully select the source material. Both warm knitted and knitted ones may be suitable, depending on what kind of socks you want to get. The material should not be very worn and have a presentable appearance.
Important! The sweater should not be too tight or constricting. This can lead to swelling of the legs. You should choose a shape that is pleasant and comfortable for you.
The material has been chosen, it’s just a matter of small things. We begin the transformation.
How to Sew Socks from an Old Sweater: Step-by-Step Guide
You think whole evenings are spent on socks and this is a very long and tedious process.You can make socks from an old sweater in one evening, just a few hours.
- Choose the material based on what you want to do.
- Cut the sleeves to the desired length.
- Make a blank insole for future socks.
- Cut the sole along the contour of the workpiece.
- Sew both parts together.
- Secure all seams and prevent them from coming apart.
- If desired, you can add decorative elements. If the seams are too noticeable, you can add embroidery to the top of the sock. Then it will turn out to be a wonderful decoration.
DIY warm socks
Warm socks can be made using this plan. This requires warm and soft wool.
There are two options for shaping the bottom of the sock.
- Carefully sew up the incision area with soft threads.
- Cut the blank for the foot and carefully sew it on. You will get warm socks that look like boots.
Attention! The seam should go inward, but it should not form a ridge that will cause inconvenience. To do this, a cross stitch is used, which tightens the edges of the fabric and at the same time forms a frame (the needle goes along the edge, making the primary seam, then is directed 4-5 cm from the edge to the left and right parts so that the primary seam does not form a rough ridge).
Leg warmers from an old sweater
Another great product can be made from a sweater. We are talking about gaiters. Basically, the sewing plan is practically no different from that described above.
We just choose the desired shaft height and make the sole without a frame. The seams should be soft and the relief should change along the contours of the foot.
Important! Leg warmers were originally used by dancers to keep their feet warm and protect them from hypothermia. Therefore, in accordance with their main task, you should choose a warm woolen sweater, not scratchy, but soft and pleasant to the body.
Leg warmers for dancing
This is the simplest option.
- Cut the sleeve to the length required.
- Then we sew up the incision site (from the wide end) carefully so that the seam is not visible and it does not fray.
- We leave only a small area open for the heel. Ready!
Important! Before cutting off the sleeve, insert your leg into it. Feel how the sock will fit on your foot. There should be no discomfort or pressure
DIY short socks from an old sweater
In order to make fashionable short socks you need use a knitted sweater, since these should not be warm socks, but neat miniature socks for everyday wear.
- We cut off the same sleeve, but in this case the length will be short and therefore it will not be possible to close the incision (it will turn out ugly and uncomfortable).
- For the sole, you should cut off a piece of fabric from the same sleeve or any other part of the sweater and carefully make a blank in the shape of the leg.
- Then sew the boot and sole together. You will get good socks with your own hands.
Now your old sweater will not gather dust in the closet, but will serve a good cause.
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