Embossed Socks

embossed socks

US $6.50
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Daydreaming about textural contrasts is the inspiration for these lovely socks.

Knit in the round from the cuff down, the embossed appearance is created by outlined cables that smoothly merge into a ribbed texture for a snug fit.

The socks are designed using the same stitch pattern as: Embossed Hat and Embossed Fingerless Mitts

Sizes:
Adult Small (Small-Medium, Medium, Large, Extra Large)
To fit foot circumference: 17.5 (19, 20, 23, 25.5) cm / 7 (7.5, 8, 9, 10) in

Finished Measurements:
Sock circumference: 15 (17, 18.5, 20, 22) cm / 6 (6.75, 7.25, 8, 8.75) in

Yarn:
230 (260, 295, 326, 395) m / 252 (285, 323, 357, 432) yds of 4ply (fingering) yarn
Sample shown in Knit Picks Hawthorne Fingering yarn;
(80% superwash fine highland wool, 20% polyamide; 326 m / 357 yds per 100g skein)
Colour: Turkish Delight Kettle Dye; 1 skein; Size: Medium

Needles & Notions:
1 set 2.25mm / US 1 dpns
1 set 2.50mm / US 1 1/2 dpns
(or sizes required to obtain gauge)
cable needle
3 stitch markers
tapestry needle

Gauge:
32 sts and 46 rnds = 10 cm / 4 in worked in Stocking stitch

Pattern Language:
English

Skill level:
Intermediate

Tech Editor:
Cathy Susko