SIZES

S (M, L)

2 length options: ankle and mid-calf

2 yarn weight options: fingering and worsted

CONSTRUCTION

Wandelbos Socks are knit toe-up, starting with a Provisional Cast On at the widest part of the Toe knit flat with German short-row shaping. Immediately after, the work is joined in the round to knit the Foot and intarsia stripe is started. German short-row Heel is worked over 60% of the stitches. After working the Heel, continue with the Leg with an intarsia stripe to the desired length (ankle, mid-calf or individual). Finish with a Half-twisted rib Cuff to keep the socks from sliding down, while giving them a slightly more sophisticated look. Ankle version also has an optional tab at the back of the cuff to make it easier to pull the socks on and ensure they stay in place while wearing.

PATTERN TECHNIQUES

• Crochet Provisional Cast On OR Judy’s Magic Cast On
• German Short-Row Toe / Heel
• Knitting stockinette flat and in the round
• Intarsia in the round with provisional join
• Half-twisted rib
• Jeny’s Surprisingly Stretchy Bind Off (or elastic bind off of your choice)
• Ankle sock only for optional ankle tab: reading charts and basic cables without cabling needle (right and left crosses)

GAUGE (per 4” / 10cm)

Fingering weight (held single):
34 sts x 50 rnds = 4” / 10 cm in stockinette stitch with Needle A

Worsted weight (held double):
25 sts x 33 rnds

YARN

Fingering-weight sock yarn (~415-470 yd / 380-430 m per 3.5 oz / 100 g) held single or double.

The pattern is designed for Black Isle Yarns ‘Killen Sock’ (80% Bluefaced Leicester, 20% Mohair; 350 yd / 320 m per 3.5 oz / 100 g). One full skein of each color is sufficient to make 2 pairs of ankle socks and 1 pair of mid-calf socks. Sample knit in Size L.

See photos for yardage details.

NEEDLES

Your preferred needles for small circumferences (DPNs, 32-40” / 80-100 cm circulars for magic loop or 9” circulars).

Fingering weight (held single):
US 0 / 2 mm, or size to get gauge.

Worsted weight (held double):
US 4 / 3.5 mm, or size to get gauge.

NOTIONS

Stitch markers, tapestry needle, scissors.
Crochet hook or spare needle in the same size as main, but with a relatively short cable (depending on preferred provisional cast-on method)

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I would love to see your versions of these socks! Feel free to tag me on Instagram (@saltandstoneknits) in your photos and add these hashtags to your posts on Instagram! #wandelbossocks #saltandstoneknits

If you have any questions about the pattern, please contact me by email at mieka@saltandstoneknits.com.

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Pattern tech edited and graded by Olga Barshai
Ravelry: GingerHandcrafts
IG: @Ginger_handcrafts
Email: olga.barshai@gmail.com

Sample Knit by Yoff Kau
Ravelry: WonderWitch
IG: @yoffkau
Email: yoffkau@gmail.com

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