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This month, we’re diving into a classic Young Adult tale of magic, swords, and being who you are. Tamora Pierce’s The Song of the Lioness Quartet twins, Alanna and Thom, inspire this mirror-image cable and stripe leg design. Knitting the stripes in tonal mini skeins emphasizes the memorable relationship between these two characters.

Yarn

You’ll need one (1) approx. 100 g skein and two (2) approx. 10 g mini skeins of fingering weight yarn.

Sample shown in:
MC: Woolberry Fiber Co. 80% SW BFL/20% Nylon Berry Sock. 400 yd/100 g. Colorway: Golden Sunset.
CC1: A Homespun House 75% SW Merino 20% Nylon Soft Sock. 407 yds/100 g. Colorway: Blackberry Jam.
CC2: Sewrella Yarn 100% SW Merino Classic Sock Mini. 87 yds/20 g. Colorway: Catallina.

Needles & Notions

US 1/2.25 mm - 32” Circular for magic loop or preferred sock needles.
US 1.5/2.50 mm - 32” Circular for magic loop or preferred sock needles.
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Small cable needle (optional)

Gauge

US 1/2.25 mm - Approx. 7-8 stitches per inch in stockinette.

Sizes

1 (2, 3) to fit foot circumference of approximately 8-9” (9-10”, 10-11”)

Sample shown in Size 2, knit on US 1. Socks have negative ease with plenty of stretch to ensure a snug fit while still pulling easily over the heel.

Approximate Yardage

250 - 350 yds.