High Waist Fishnet Stocking Tutorial

Introduction

• Tutorial purpose: High-waist fishnet stockings/tights/pantyhose
• Ideal for Halloween
• Materials: Elastic band (optional), So Crafty DK yarn in beige, or worsted weight black yarn
• Tools: 5.5 mm crochet hook, scissors, tapestry needle, stitch marker

Materials and Preparation

• Yarn: 100% acrylic, approx. 300 meters
• Size small uses slightly more than one ball
• Elastic band is optional; instructions without band provided

Starting the Fishnet Stocking

1. Magic Ring

   • Wrap yarn around finger, insert hook under, grab yarn, twist, yarn over, pull, and slip stitch
   • Make 3 single crochets in the circle, pull end to close
   • Slip stitch on top of first single crochet to finish the round

2. Increasing Rounds

   • Round 1: Chain one (not a stitch), two single crochets in first stitch, continue two single crochets in each stitch
   • Round 2: Chain one, two single crochets in each stitch, slip stitch to complete
   • Continue increasing until achieving 24 single crochets

3. Lengthening the Stocking

   • Stop increasing, continue 24 single crochets per round
   • Continue rounds until desired length to cover foot joint circumference

Creating the Fishnet Pattern

1. Chain and Slip Stitch Loop Pattern
   • Chain 5, skip 3 stitches, slip stitch in 4th, repeat
   • For each new round: Slip stitch to the middle of the chain from the previous round, chain 5, slip stitch to middle
   • Continue until the instep of the foot is covered (approx. 10 rounds)

Heel and Foot Construction

1. Heel Construction

   • Fold stocking, mark midpoint with stitch marker
   • Single crochet across chains and marked stitch to construct heel (approx. 13 rounds)

2. Connecting Parts for Leg

   • Slip stitch to connect heel to stocking, chain 5, slip stitch in middle of chain, repeat
   • Continue pattern up the leg, increase chain length when stocking is tight (first increase to chain 7, then chain 9)
   • Finish leg length and secure yarn

Joining for Waist

1. Crotch and Upper Connection

   • Identify crotch midpoint, use stitch markers to align
   • Chain 9 to connect crotch, slip stitch to link legs

2. Waistband Construction

   • Create waist section with single crochet rounds over chains
   • Optionally add elastic band or crochet drawstring for fit
   • Finish by securing yarn and hiding ends

Conclusion

• Finished high-waist fishnet stocking that fits comfortably and is secure
• Encouragement to customize and adjust rounds based on fit
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• Final steps on hiding yarn ends and closing heel part shown without voice-over

Additional Tips

• Practice magic ring and chain-slip stitch techniques for best results
• Use stitch markers for better tracking and alignment
• Regularly try on the stocking to ensure correct fit and adjust as necessary.