Named for the prehistoric shoreline and hiking trail that traces the edge of the Salt Lake Valley, the Bonneville Shoreline Socks feature an eyelet-and-cable design that is the sister pattern to my Red Butte Garden socks. Some sunny summer morning or autumn afternoon, treat yourself to a hike along the Bonneville Shoreline Trail—you’ll venture into the hills right behind Red Butte Garden.

The Bonneville Shoreline Socks were created in collaboration with Yarnaceous Fibers of the Utah Fiber Collective for the Craft Lake City 2020 virtual DIY Festival. You can also purchase this pattern as part of a kit from Yarnaceous Fibers.

YARN

You’ll need one (1) approx. 100 g skein of fingering weight yarn (MC) and one (1) 20 g mini skein in a contrasting color (CC).

Sample shown in Yarnaceous Fibers, 85/15 SW Merino/Nylon Salta Fingering yarn. 524 yds/120 g.

Colorways: Hippodraco (MC) and Iguanadon (CC).

NEEDLES & NOTIONS

• US 1/2.25 mm - 32” Circular for magic loop or preferred sock needles.
• Cable needle
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle

GAUGE

US 1/2.25 mm - Approx. 7-8 stitches per inch in stockinette.

SIZES

1, (2, 3) to fit foot circumference of approximately 8-9”, (9-10”, 10-11”)

Sample shown in Size 2, knit on US 1. Socks have negative ease with plenty of stretch to ensure a snug fit while still pulling easily over the heel.

APPROXIMATE YARDAGE

• Main Color (MC): 250 - 400 yds
• Contrasting Color (CC): 40 - 90 yds.

Option: If you are using a 10 g sock set or one with less yardage than the sample, add a second contrasting color (CC2). Instructions are provided when to use CC2.