One pair of Christmas socks done. Two pairs to go.
The picture has been lightened up just a little so the cables show.
In a previous post there's a picture of the slick way Cookie increases between two knit stitches in the ribbing and four stitches in the cable.
Here is a picture of decreasing back to two stitches when the cable ends. Those two tricks are one reason why I admire this pattern.
Pattern:BFF by Cookie A. 64 stitch size.
Yarn: Stalwart Sock from Slackford Studio. 75% Superwash Merino, 25% Nylon 4 Ply Fingering Weight Sock Yarn.
Color: After Midnight.
Needles: Options 2.50mm circulars.
Gauge: 8 stitches/inch, 10 rows/inch in stockinette.
Knitting socks for Brother Dave is a long term commitment. He is tall and he has long feet.
The cuffs are done and I'm ready to start the three inch heel flap.
Pattern: Basic top down socks with a k5p1 ribbing on the cuff and instep.
Yarn: Opal Rainforest 6, Color 4005, Baronesse Bambalina.
Needles: Options 2.50mm circulars.
Gauge: 8 stitches/inch, 10 rows/inch in stockinette.
Lovely socks! Obviously your recipients don't read your blog... a shame!
ReplyDeleteLove this colorway! Not to mention the socks themselves.
ReplyDeleteGreat socks. I love the look of the 5 by 1 rib. Maybe I'll have to try that!
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