Firefly Field Socks are a modern take on classic lacework. Each repeat reminds me of magical Fireflies dancing around the field.

Not all eyelets and lace are equal - Firefly Field Socks are not complicated to knit and the specific stitches used produce neat and consistent eyelets.

There are six rows for each repeat, including rest rounds so you can enjoy some “just knit” time while having the lace rounds to motivate one more repeat.

MY FAVORITE FEATURES

• The “Firefly” lace flows perfectly from the ribbed cuff.
• “Firefly” eyelets look perfectly neat each time you knit them.
• A smooth heel flap that looks woven pairs nicely with the delicate lace.
• The round toe fits most feet very well and adds some refined interest at the end. (Less to graft in finishing, too!)

CONSTRUCTION
Cuff down - lace “fireflies” all around the leg - my ‘woven’ heel flap & turn - gusset - continued “fireflies” across the top of the foot - and my favorite round toe.

Add contrast to cuff, heel and/or toe as you wish.

TECHNIQUE
I’m a fan of MagicLoop for sock knitting and include special instructions for seamless joins and organizing stitches. Adapt to DPN or short circulars if you prefer.

Instructions are written and charted.
(Large print charts included on a separate page)

YARN
Sample shown knit in hand-dyed 85/15 Merino/Nylon Fingering weight yarn.

Use any sock yarn you like! The lace pattern shows the best with solid, tonal yarns - self-striping also will look lovely.

NEEDLES
2.25mm (US 1) needles, or needle required for gauge.

DIFFICULTY
Perfect introduction to lace socks. I recommend previous sock knitting experience before knitting lacework such as this, but if you’re a beginner who’s up for adventure, you can definitely knit these!