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Expandable Christmas Stocking

Step 2Make a pattern

Make a pattern
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Get some paper and a pencil and sketch out your design.

My sections are like 5" wide.
The foot part was the hardest for me to draw.
It looks better if the toe is hanging down, rather than straight out from the heel.
Also, a little more curve where the arch is would be better.

Once you've determined the size & shape of your zippered sections, double it in width. This way, you'll only have one seam up the back instead of in the back and front.
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