Rosie Socks by Diana Troldahl

Rosie Socks

Knitting
May 2010
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
36 stitches and 46 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette on smaller needles
US 1 - 2.25 mm
US 1½ - 2.5 mm
460 yards (421 m)
child through large adult
English
This pattern is available from knitcircus.com for $4.00.

Rosebuds peek through the briars in the colorfully textured cuff of these top-down socks. A cleverly fitted German heel (with garter stitch columns for close fit) and French toe make this sock something special. A small section of stranded knitting near the toe echoes the latticed design of the cuff.
My favorite part of the pattern? Ribbing hidden beneath the cuff gives a snug fit.
Skill level: Adventurous; colorwork, sock construction
Sizes: Medium child (C) small tween/adult (S), medium adult (M), large adult (L). Model shown in size S.
Finished measurements: 5.5” 6.5”, 7.75”, 8.75” circumference, unstretched