Simple Slipper Socks Knitted on Two Needles

Fresh off the needles, amazingly simple to knit slipper/or bed socks.

And the simpler and quicker, the better for me

If you hate knitting in the round, then you'll love this amazingly simple knitting pattern for cosy slipper/bed socks.

They are knitted up in, K1, P1 rib, on straight needles. Afterward they are cleverly shaped (see pattern) and then sewn up to fit your foot.

I used Aran yarn, and they are really cozy to wear on cold winter days.

Here's a link to the free knitting pattern, that I used

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