Fortitude Socks

fortitude socks

US $6.50
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Inspired by, and named for the stubborn iron will and stoic determination to endure - regardless of the final outcome.

These socks symbolise the fortitude needed to face a long illness through their combination of cable-look twists and straightforward stitches which portray the balance between patience and perseverance.

The socks are worked in the round from the cuff-down.

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

Finished Measurements:
Sock circumference: 14.5 (17, 19, 21) cm / 5.5 (6.75, 7.5, 8.25) in

Yarn:
240 (300, 340, 392) m / 263 (328, 372, 429) yds of 4ply (fingering) yarn
Sample shown in Hedgehog Fibres Sock yarn;
(90% superwash merino, 10% nylon; 400 m / 437 yds per 100g skein)
Colour: Monet; 1 skein; Size: Medium

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

Gauge:
36 sts and 48 rnds = 10 cm / 4 in worked in Stocking stitch

Pattern Language:
English

Skill level:
Intermediate

Tech Editor:
Cathy Susko