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Desert Sage is a beautiful, flowering plant that thrives in the harshest conditions. It is native to the desert edge, surviving drought and pests to bloom in the scorching summer heat. It provides a refuge for hummingbirds and butterflies, passing on life-giving nutrients. It does not wilt under opposition, but shines radiant in a barren landscape.

This is who I want to be when I grow up. So I’m clothing my feet in Desert Sage Socks to remind myself of how to walk.

These ribbed slipper socks are knit in the round in gorgeous sage-color with dusky purple stripes. The pattern uses a simple, yet stunning technique to create clean stripes, even in your purl columns. Knit from the toe up, the pattern features contrasting heels and toes. The stretchability of these slippers make them excellent gifts. And it’s a great pattern for knitters wanting to explore the art of sock knitting!

Make it a matching set with the Desert Sage Hat & Desert Sage Mitts or get a discount on all three with the ebook!

Size
Finished Circumference: 7 (8, 9)”/18 (20, 23) cm
Toe-to-Heel Base Length: 9”/23 cm, fully customizable

When choosing a circumference, keep in mind that the ribbing can give the socks 1”/2.5 cm or more of stretch width-wise, so size down to keep a snug fit.

Yarn
110 (125, 145) yds/100 (115, 130) m - MC
55 (65, 70) yds/50 (60, 65) m - CC

The yardage is calculated for a shortie of the base length. If changing the sock or leg length, yardage will change accordingly.

Suggested Yarn
Knit Picks High Desert Worsted Weight (100% USA Grown Shank Wool) 217 yds/198 m, 100g - 1 in Dusk (MC) and 1 in Lupine (CC)

Needles & Notions
US 6/4.50 mm – Magic Loop or desired sock-knitting method — or needles needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle

Techniques to Indulge In
Toe-up socks
Judy’s Magic Cast On
Jeny’s Surprisingly Stretchy Bind Off
2/2 ribbing
Stripes
Gusset heel
Knitting in the round