Towser socks by Mia Heikkinen

Towser socks

Knitting
September 2011
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
34 stitches and 44 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette
US 1 - 2.25 mm
305 - 475 yards (279 - 434 m)
S, M, L
English
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The diamond shaped pattern in these socks reminds me of Scotland. The name of the socks derives from the peculiar Westie with the same name in the lovable television series Hamish Macbeth.

The pattern is completely charted for every size.

The socks are worked cuff down and they have French heel.

Skill level: Intermediate, includes twisted stitches (1x1 cables)

Finished measurements: Foot and leg circumference unstretched: 18 (20, 23) cm / 7 (8, 9) inches, to fit foot circumference of 20.5 (23, 25.5) cm / 8 (9, 10) inches

Yarn requirements Fingering weight yarn, Wollmeise Sockenwolle 80/20 Twin, 150 g /466 m (510 yards):
90 (110, 140) g ~ 280 (340, 435) m / 305 (375, 475) yards

Needle size: 2.25 mm / US 1

Gauge: 34 sts and 44 rows 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 inches) in stockinette