Skill level: Intermediate-Advanced Knitting
Finished measurements
There are 3 sizes: small (medium, large)
Leg length from ankle approx 15 (18, 20) cm/6 (7, 8) ins
Foot length (adjustable - see foot instructions) approx 23 (25, 27) cm/9 (9¾, 10½) ins
Calf circumference approx 19 (21, 23) cm/7½ (8¼, 9) ins
Foot circumference approx 18 (20, 22) cm/7 (8, 8¾) ins
These socks have less stretch than other knitted socks due to the colourwork pattern. Check your foot measurements carefully. Once you have decided which size to make, circle or highlight all instructions relevant to that size to avoid confusion when knitting.
Yarn
Alpaca Yarns (70% alpaca, 30% nylon) 100g ball (387 metres/423 yards)
Main Colour (M): 1 ball
Contrast Colour (C): 1 ball
Needles and notions
double-pointed needles (sets of five) in sizes 2.25mm/US 1 and 2.5mm/US 2 OR if using the magic loop method, circular needles in the same sizes approx 100cm/40ins long, stitch marker and yarn needle.
Sample = This design has been hand knitted and is now available for you to touch, feel and try on in store at Crumbz Craft Healesville.