The Shell Strand Socks pattern holds a special place in my heart, as the featured stitch resembles the shells I would search for as a young girl on the beaches of Haida Gwaii. “Strand” is the Dutch word for “beach,” an homage to my Dutch heritage and to my grandmothers who taught me how to knit. I hope you enjoy the experience of creating these shell-kissed socks.

NOTES
This pattern is knit in the round from cuff to toe. The sock features a textured pattern created by shell strand stitches on the front of the leg and top of the foot. It has a heel flap and gusset construction featuring the Eye of Partridge stitch on the flap and a square Dutch heel. The sock is finished with a classic wedge toe.

Both video and written instructions are included for the shell strand stitch.

SIZES
This pattern has four different size options: 1 (2, 3) 4
Finished sock circumference: 7 (7.5, 8) 8.5” / 18 (19, 20.5) 21.5 cm
* Recommended fit is 1 – 1 ½” / 2.5 – 4 cm negative ease (measured at widest part of foot)

YARN
Approximately 292 (309, 389) 415 yd / 267 (283, 356) 379 m / 80 (84, 106) 113 g fingering weight yarn
* These estimates are an average; additional yarn may be required for longer feet.

YARN USED IN SAMPLE
SweetGeorgia Yarns Tough Love Sock in Desert Clay
80% superwash merino, 20% nylon
425 yd / 388 m / 115 g

SUGGESTED NEEDLES
US 1 / 2.25 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge) needles for working a small circumference in the round (eg. 32” / 80 cm circular for magic loop method, 9” / 23 cm circular, double pointed needles, etc.)

NOTIONS
Small crochet hook (to work the shell strand stitches), stitch markers, tapestry needle, and scissors

GAUGE
34 sts and 48 rows per 4” / 10 cm in stockinette stitch in the round, blocked