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Indulge in the warmth and elegance of classic literature while you cozy up with your knitting needles and a cup of your favorite warm drink. For the modern Jane Austen aficionado seeking relaxation and style, these uniquely crafted socks bring a touch of literary charm to your comfort routine.

This specially designed knitting pattern is your gateway to creating socks that combine the allure of Jane Austen’s novels with the serene joy of knitting. Elevate your knitting experience, savor your downtime, and add a touch of literary finesse to your wardrobe. The First Impressions Socks pattern is your ticket to crafting socks that embody the essence of a good book, a warm drink, and the joy of knitting.

Embrace the spirit of Austen, savor your moments of tranquility, and knit your way to pure relaxation with the First Impressions Socks pattern. Start creating your cozy haven today! ✨

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Sizes
Baby S Baby L, Toddler, Child, Youth S, Youth L (Adult XS, Adult S, Adult M, Adult L, Adult XL, Adult XXL)

Finished Foot Length
4 5, 6, 7.5, 8, 8 (9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5)”
{10 12.5, 15, 19, 20.5, 20.5 (23, 24, 25.5, 26.5, 28, 29) cm}

Finished Circumference
4.5 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7 (7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10)”
{11.5 12.5, 14, 15, 16.5, 18 (19, 20.5, 21.5, 23, 24, 25.5) cm}

Yarn
fingering-weight
75 96, 134, 184, 224, 260 (307, 348, 380, 426, 462, 512) total yds
{68 88, 122, 168, 205, 237 (281, 318, 348, 389, 422, 468) total m}

Sample Used:
Merino y Vino
Fingering Weight
75/25 SW Merino/Nylon
MC - 436 yds / 400 m (100g)
CC’s - 87 yds / 80 m each (20g)

Needles
(Yes, you need both.)

• US 1 (2.25 mm) Double Points or size and preferred needle type to obtain gauge
• US 1 (2.25 mm) 24” Circular Needle or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions

• Crochet Hook in Similar Size to Needles
• Measuring Tape
• Stitch Markers
• Scissors
• Tapestry Needle
• Waste Yarn

Gauge
32 sts x 48 rnds / 4” (10 cm) in Stockinette, blocked

Stitches Used
(Tutorials are Linked)

• Bind-Off
• Kitchener/Graft
• Knit
• Knit Through the Back Loop
• K2tog
• Purl
• Pick-Up and Knit
• Provisional Cast-On
• Slip Purlwise
• SSK

Notes
Join me as we unravel the secret art of sideways knitting for the coziest socks ever in this video walk-through!

Pattern includes links to relevent tutorials. Tutorials are also posted to the the YumiYarns Tutorials page.

The needle size listed is the needle size I regularly use, but I am a very loose knitter so you may need to go up 1-2 needle sizes to get a fabric that you like. Most knitters do well with US size 2 (2.75 mm) & if you are a tight or newer knitter you may want to try a US size 3 (3.25 mm). If you know your standard needle size for sock knitting, use that instead of what I have listed (the size that gives you gauge).

Make sure that your begining of round marker is different from your other markers so you can tell the difference. Locking markers are recommended.

The First Impressions Socks are designed to use up those little bits and bobs of leftover fingering-weight yarn that we all seem to have stashed around our homes. The pattern works well with any dye-style (even those wild variegated ones) and is offered in 12 sizes from Baby S - Adult XXL so you can knit them up for yourself or for someone you love.

These socks have an unusual sideways construction, but plenty of tutorials so don’t assume that they’re difficult. They feature reverse stockinette, fade stripes, and contrast heels, toes, & cuffs but you can feel free to play around with your leftovers and change things as you see fit. Just view the pattern colors as a guide & have fun with your scrap yarns, everything will turn out beautifully!

Happy knitting!

Shaina