Originally the pattern was published in Volokno magazine. It’s newest magazine Russian magazine.

These socks are knitted top down with a variation of the Gerdina Crouford-Strong heel and a gusset construction (without picking up sts) and a wedge shaped toe. The pattern is written for the magic loop method.

Skill level: intermediate

Knitting skills:
Тhe pattern contains helpful videos for all difficult moments.

• Basic knitting skills (knit, twisted knit, purl);
• German Twisted Cast On;
• Right / left increases and decreases;
• Right / left cross;
• Kitchener stitch;
• Reading of charts.

MATERIALS

• Original yarn: Lana Grossa Meilenweit Tweed (80% wool, 20% polyamide, 460 yds / 420 m – 100 g).
• Yardage: 438 – 460 yds (400 – 420 m) in 3.5 oz (100 g);
• Needles: US 1 / 2.5 mm 32” / 80 cm circular needles, or other size to obtain gauge.
• Notions: tape measure, tapestry, needle, cable needle (optional), sock blockers (optional).

SIZES AND GAUGE

Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4)
Foot circumference: 7½ (8) 8½” / 18 (20) 22 cm.
Foot length: adjustable.
Gauge:
27 sts x 40 rows to 4” / 10 cm on US 1.5 / 2.5 mm needles in stockinette stitch in the round, after blocking
33 sts x 43 rows to 4” / 10 cm on US 1.5 / 2.5 mm needles in main pattern in the round, after blocking