Violets were once used to treat inflammation, fever and sore throats, and heart ailments thus it commonly being called ‘hearts ease’. Violet syrups, violet perfumes and sugared violets followed. Sugared flowers are a tradition from the 13th century. They were initially a sweet decoration, however with the Violette de Toulouse, the flowers themselves became the center piece. Candied violets made their appearance sometime around 1818.

In an attempt to capture the vintage violet confectionary, I present: (Candied Violets). In the cast on of the sock, you will find a new technique for adding the look of trimming and a touch of colour. The beads are a delicate addition reminiscent of the violet sugaring process.

These socks have a new cast on for you to learn.
2 Color Frilled Cast On

While you wait for the website to be changed:
Errata:
CO 28, 32, 36, 40 stitches.

Medium chart Row 25 should read:
K3, yo, k2, ssk, k1, k2tog, k2, yo, k3, p1