In 1978, the bead women and other crafters in my neighborhood worked together to transform the community center into a winter wonderland.

All of the decorations had to be installed before Thanksgiving. The center attraction was the large jewel snowflake ornament and lace-beaded garland that flowed from each side. It seemed as if everyone on my block had their hands in helping to put the piece together.

Once the fair started, the lights were turned down slightly, and the center looked amazing. Truly a winter paradise. One of my all-time favorite Christmas themed memory.

“Christmas in June Socks No. 2” resembles the lace gem garland hung from each side of the snowflake. When I saw this design, I knew it was another Christmas sock.

The pattern is advanced beginners, yet it is simple to execute. You use the magic loop method to cast on a contrast color. After the set up round, you’ll switch to the main color and follow the written or charted instructions.

The socks can be knitted with four to five double-pointed needles. Once you’ve reached the end of the cuff, the pattern will become an addictive quick knit.

Comes in three adult sizes, with detailed directions, schematics for both the cuff and leg, also how-to links.

Adult Sizes
Small 7”, Medium 8”, Large 9” 17 (20, 22) cm circumference.

Level: Advance Beginner

Materials
Yarn – Garnstudio DROPS Nord
45% Alpaca, 30% Polyamide, 25% Wool / 186 yards (170 m)

• 2 Skeins of Main Color (MC): 03 Light Grey
• 1 Skein of Contrast Color (CC): 08 Fog

Notions – Stitch Markers, Small Scissors, and Tapestry needle.

Needle – US 1 (2.25 mm), 32” circular needle, or needles to obtain gauge.

Gauge – 24 sts x 32 rows 4 x 4” (10 x 10 cm)

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