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Midwinter Sock
ABOUT
A wintry cuff-down colourwork sock with a unique heel. The colourwork is simple and relaxing without long floats, and lots of single-colour rounds mixed in. The unique structure of this heel allows for colourwork all the way down to the heel turn.
SIZES
1, 2 (3, 4)
To Fit:
Size 1: child size (aged 10 - 13); European shoe size 35 - 37
Foot Circumference: 7 inches; 17.8 cm
Size 2: European shoe size 38 - 40
Foot Circumference: 8 inches; 20.3 cm
Size 3: European shoe size 41 - 43
Foot Circumference: 9 inches; 22.9 cm
Size 4: European shoe size 43 +
Foot Circumference: 10 inches; 25.4 cm
Note: rather than classify the sizes by gender, the sizes are according to measurements for foot circumference, the foot length will be knitted according to the shoe size or preferred fit
YARN REQUIREMENTS
These are approximations based on test knitting, your yardage will depend on your gauge, size and yarn chosen
Fingering Weight Yarn
Colour A
200, 240 (280, 340) yards
185, 220 (255, 310) meters
Colour B
80, 100 (140, 200) yards
75, 90 (130, 185) meters
SUGGESTED NEEDLES
2.5mm (US SIZE 1.5) circular needles for Magic Loop
use size needed to obtain gauge
NOTIONS
darning needle, to weave in ends
three stitch markers, to mark beginning of round
scissors, or other tool for breaking the yarn
optional: sock blockers and/or preferred blocking tools
GAUGE
17 sts x 23 rows = 2 inches / 5 cm square
TECHNIQUES
Kitchener Stitch for closing toe
Magic Loop
Charts (written instructions also included; charts are optional)
Knitting & Purling
Stranded Colourwork
Lifted Increases
Twisted German Cast-On
I would like to thank my testers for their time and skills, they have been integral to the design process. Thank you, testers! knotComstockeec, luciachez, Elaphina, NinaElizabeth & those who would prefer to remain uncredited ♥️
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- First published: March 2022
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