Iduna Socks by Valentina Bogdanova

Iduna Socks

Knitting
November 2024
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
30 stitches and 38 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette
US 1 - 2.25 mm
280 - 365 yards (256 - 334 m)
Adult women S/M/L
English
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Introducing the Iduna Socks, the perfect complement to the Iduna Sweater! These beautiful socks feature an intricate combination of twisted and wrapped stitches, accented with playful bobbles for added texture. Worked from the top down, the pattern is easily customizable to suit your preferred leg and foot length.
Available in three sizes, the Iduna Socks are both elegant and versatile—an ideal project for knitters who enjoy a bit of detail and artistry in their work.

YARN:
Alpaca Soxx by LANG Yarns, 4-ply (70% alpaca, 30% polyamide), 390 m/427 yds in 100 Gr
Grams: 65/75/85
Meters: 255/295/330
Yards: 280/320/365
I used color No. 028 (salmon)

NEEDLES:
2.25 mm/U.S. size 1 circular needles or dpns (or needle size to get the needed gauge)

NOTIONS:
• markers for chart sections (optional)
• tapestry needle or crochet hook to weave in ends
• sock blockers

GAUGE:
30 sts/38 RNDs = 10 cm/4” square in stockinette stitch on 2 mm/U.S. size 0 circular needles or dpns after blocking

SIZES:
Adult women S/M/L
SIZE S = approx. EU 36-37/US 5-6
SIZE M = approx. EU 38-39/US 7
SIZE L = approx. EU 40-41/US 8-9

Foot circumference: SIZE S = 18 cm (7.25”)/SIZE M = 20 cm (8”)/SIZE L = 22 cm (8,75”)
Leg length and foot length: adjustable to your desire

PATTERN NOTES:
• The socks are made from the top down (from leg to toe).
• While the pattern describes working with dpns, you can also use the magic loop method.
• The foot length can be easily adjusted to your desired measurement.
• The socks are designed to be worn with a slight negative ease.

SKILLS REQUIRED:
• basics (cast on/bind off, knit/purl, increase/decrease)
• working in the round
• working from a chart (written instructions to charts are also provided)
• kitchener stitch (video-tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFHXnvfmoBE )