How to Make Your Own Babylegs

Leg warmers of today aren't the sports-only socks they were in the 1970s and '80s: even infant and children's clothing design companies like Babylegs are making cute and practical leg warmers for youngsters. By customizing and making your own Babylegs leg warmers you can make a big impression, show off your taste and get creative with fashion, while avoiding the big price tag.

Things You'll Need

• Children's or infant's size tube socks Scissors Sewing kit

Instructions

1. Purchase a pair of infant or children's tube socks. Check that the fit is proper for your child by trying them on the child, if possible. If you are unable to size the socks, buy the next size up to guarantee a fit. Choose colors that match outfits, occasions or even that match a favorite team's colors.

2. Begin by cutting off the feet with scissors at the point where the sock would have reached the ankle of your child's foot. Make short snips.

3. Check your raw seam, where you cut, for fraying and examine the fabric edges. Finish the bottom seam by stitching the raw seam with a simple stitch. Knitted fabrics and most cottons must be finished with stitching, but some will naturally roll up at the ends, eliminating the need for a finish. See the references section for instructions on how to stitch your babylegs leg warmers. Leave raw edges, if desired, for fabrics that do not fray.

Tips & Warnings

• Use the trimmed foot from your socks to make arm bands and ponytail ties; wrap the piece around your wrist, ankle or hair to match your socks.

References

• "Babylegs Official Website"
• "Basic sewing instructions"