Salem Socks are worked in the round from the toe up using a seamless cast on, optional gusset shaping, and a short row heel. Due to the intarsia cabling up the back not lending itself to a lot of stretch, strategic increases are added to give these socks a comfortable fit along with a refined style.

This pattern can be a little fiddly, but oh-so worth it! A link to a row by row video tutorial is available within the pattern to walk you through the repeat cable pattern step by step if you are just learning the intarsia technique.

If intarsia is too fiddly to suit your fancy, check out Salem’s sister sock, Finding Savannah!

Sizes:
Salem is #sizeinclusive, but if you find that your size is not represented, please send me a PM!

Adult Small {8”/20cm circumference}
Adult Medium {9”/23cm circumference}
Adult Large {10”/25cm circumference}

Circumference is for the finished sock and does not include negative ease, which is approximately 1”/2.5cm.

Materials:
Approximately 100-125g fingering weight sock yarn in MC and 20-40g fingering weight sock yarn in CC.

Tools:
US 1 (2.25mm) 32” (80cm) circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge
Cable Needle
Tapestry Needle
Measuring Tape


Difficulty: Advanced Intermediate - Provisional cast on, stockinette, short rows, cables, intarsia in the round.