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ravel the world by foot and explore cultures with international sock knitting sensation Stephanie van der Linden as your tour o T guide in Around the World in Knitted Socks. Try your hand at new K stitch motifs, colors, knitting techniques, and construction details, all blending regional knitting traditions with Stephanie’s signature elements. s c s Each of the 26 original sock patterns evokes a signature cultural tradition. Patterns incorporate motifs such as Turkish kilim carpets, Japanese sashiko embroidery, Belgian lace, American quilts, and Scottish argyle tartan, or use traditional techniques such as Estonian and Latvian braids, Norwegian stranded knitting, and Austrian twisted-stitch designs. Step across France, Ireland, Spain, Italy, Armenia, Denmark, Sweden, Germany, and more with these designs inspired by unique national customs. You can leave your passport at home but make sure to pack your knitting

needles. Filled with global designs and techniques, Around the World in linden der van stephanie Knitted Socks is the perfect armchair travel guide for knitters looking to add some international flair to their sock collections.

stephanie van der linden is a knitwear designer 26 based in Friedberg, Germany. Her designs have appeared in Twist Collective and Anna Crafts magazines. She is inspired the author of six knitting books in German. designs

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2 around the world in knitted socks around the world in knitted socKs 26 inspired designs

stephanie van der linden Editor Anne Merrow Technical Editor Karen Frisa Translation C. Elizabeth Wellenstein Cover & Interior Design nice kern, llc Photography Frechverlag, except pages 43, 51, 65, 75, and 109 (iStockphoto.com) Production Design Katherine Jackson

The original German edition was published as Socken aus aller Welt. © 2008 frechverlag GmbH, Stuttgart, Germany (www.web.de) This edition is published by arrangement with Claudia Böhme Rights & Literary Agency, Hannover, Germany (www.agency-boehme.com).

First North American edition published in 2010 by Interweave Press LLC.

Interweave Press LLC 201 East Fourth Street Loveland, CO 80537-5655 USA interweavestore.com

Printed in China by Asia Pacific Offset Ltd.

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Linden, Stephanie van der. [Socken aus aller Welt. English] Around the world in knitted socks : 26 inspired designs / Stephanie van der Linden. p. cm. Includes index. ISBN 978-1-59668-230-6 1. Knitting--Patterns. 2. Socks. I. Title. TT825.L54 2010 746.43’2--dc22 2010008140

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 forEwo rd knitting around the w orld

n the course of the last century, knitting has reached almost every corner of the world—knit and purl stitches are familiar in almost every I culture. Although the basic techniques are the same everywhere, there is always something new to be discovered from local patterns and motifs. Creative elements and special techniques have spread along trade routes and through colonization. They appeared in new places, put down roots, and evolved along with the local textile and ceramic patterns that were common in a given country.

Originally reserved exclusively for men, sock knitting became a job for women as well and was passed down from generation to generation. Socks were valued not only as accessories that protected feet and kept them warm, but also as decorative pieces.

In addition to different patterns, different methods of sock knitting have developed as well. For example, in Europe socks are knitted from cuff to toe, while in Turkey and many Balkan states, socks are knitted from toe to cuff. The inspiration for the patterns in this book was drawn from many different cultures. Discover the diversity of color and design on a journey through the world of sock knitting.

Happy knitting! StEphanIE van dE r LI ndEn

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5 Foreword Knitting Around the World projE ctS

8 alpine g low Germany

14 delFt Blue The Netherlands

20 Fresh Breeze Denmark

24 By the Fjords 70 traditional c ostume Norway Austria

30 traditional s titch motiFs 74 classic k ilim Estonia Turkey

36 colorFul Folklore 80 in the h ighlands Latvia Scotland

42 nordic i nspiration 84 knit s ampler Sweden England

46 Far e astern Flair 88 on the a ran i sle Japan Ireland

50 listen to your w anderlust 92 it’s t ea t ime Armenia England

56 Franconian Beadwork 96 green i sle Germany Ireland

60 Brussels l ace 100 vacation in the m ountains Belgium Switzerland

64 huB oF Fashion 104 scent oF l avender Italy France 108 Feminine l ace Spain

112 route 66 United States

116 colors oF the a ndes South America

120 riot oF c olor Morocco

124 herringBone F rom k iel Germany

128 glossary & knitting techniques

142 resources & a cknowledgments

143 index

ALPINE GLOW Germany

eavily cabled patterns made up of twisted and h traveling stitches are characteristic of designs of Alpine regions. In this design, the traditional “forgotten love” clock pattern travels diagonally across the instep of the sock.

Finished size 8 (8½, 8¾)" Notions Markers (m); cable (20.5 [21.5, 22] cm) foot needle (cn); tapestry needle. circumference and 10 Gauge 32 sts and 42 rnds = (10½, 10¾)" (25.5 [26.5, 4" (10 cm) in St st for smallest 27.5] cm) long from back of size; 30 sts and 42 rnds = 4" heel to tip of toe. To fit U.S. (10 cm) in St st for 2 larger women’s shoe sizes sizes. 5–6½ (7–8½, 9–10½) For U.S. women’s shoe (European sizes 36–37 [38– Notes sizes 5–6½ (European sizes 39, 40–41]). Socks shown 36–37), work pattern as measure 10½" (26.5 cm) long. given to end of heel. For a Yarn Fingering (Super Fine shorter foot, work increases #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply and deceases for diagonal (75% wool, 25% nylon; traveling pattern every 3rd 229 yd [209 m]/50 g): round (instead of every #2191 terra, 2 balls. 4th round). U.S. size 0 (2 mm) Needles For U.S. women’s shoe sizes for smallest size, or U.S. size 1 9–10½ (European sizes (2.25 mm) for 2 larger sizes: 40–41), work Row 1 of set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Diagonal chart as an increase Adjust needle size if necessary round just as for Rows 5, 9, to obtain the correct gauge. 13, 17, 21, and 25. 9 right sock next rnd needle 1 K6, work 12 sts worked later for instep. Cut yarn and, with according to Vertical chart; needle 2 Pm, RS facing, reattach at beg of Needle 4. cuFF work Row 1 of Left Diagonal chart (see Notes), knit to end; needles 3 and 4 Heel flap CO 75 sts. Divide sts onto 4 dpn (19 sts Knit—71 (71, 72) sts rem; 18 sts each on each on Needles 1–3, 18 sts on Needle 4), Work back and forth in rows for 32 rows, Needles 1, 3, and 4, 17 (17, 18) sts on place marker (pm), and join for working in working sts as they appear and ending Needle 2. the rnd, being careful not to twist sts. with a WS row. Work in patt as established, working Work in k2 through back loop (tbl), p1 rib Vertical and Diagonal charts on Needles 1 Turn Heel for 12 rnds. and 2 and working in St st on Needles 3 Work short-rows (see Glossary) as foll: and 4, to end of Vertical chart—diagonal short-row 1 (RS) K19, ssk, k1, turn. leg patt has shifted to end of needle. short-row 2 Sl 1, p3, p2tog, p1, turn. DiamonD short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap Work Rows 1–40 of Leg chart—72 sts heel created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. rem; 18 sts on each needle. Place first 18 sts of rnd and last 18 sts of rnd onto one needle—36 sts for heel. short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap CloCk Heel will be worked back and forth in rows created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn. Begin diagonal patt as foll: on these 36 sts; rem 35 (35, 36) sts will be

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Instep is b b b b b b patternmaendsl 1rk stofer ontoNeedle positionrepeat cn, 2 hold in back, k1, p1 from cn b bk2tog b b M sskM1nob stitch b worked on Needles 2 and 3; sole is purlk1tblssk 77 k2tog 55 b b knit b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1, k1 from cn maendsl 1rk stofer ontoNeedle position cn, 2hold in back, k1, p1 from cn worked on Needles 1 and 4. b ssk b b Mb nopattern stitch re peat M k2togM1 M 5 sskM1sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,3 k1tbl, k1tbl from cn knitpurlk1tbl 5 sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,3 p1, k1 from cn b b endsl 1 stof ontoNeedle cn, 2hold in back, k1, p1 from cn next rnd needle 1 Knit; needles 2 and b b patternmarker positionrepeat M ssknoM1 stitch M M1nosl 1 stitch st onto cn, hold in front,1 k1tbl, k1tbl from cn purlk1tblk2tog 33 sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,1 k1tbl, k1tbl from cn 3 Knit to m, work Left Diagonal chart, knit knit b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1, k1 from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl,k1, p1 p1from from cn cn no stitch slpatternmaend 1rk stofer ontoNeedle positionrepeat cn, 2 hold in front, k1tbl, k1tbl from cn M sskM1pattern repeat 1*1 * b b no stitch to end; needle 4 Knit. k1tblk2tog b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, k1tbl from cn knitpurl b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1, k1tblk1 from from cn cn b b slend 1 stof ontoNeedle cn, 2hold in back, k1tbl,k1, p1 p1from from cn cn * there is a decpatternma rkbuter no positionre incpeat on row 1 b b patternmarker positionrepeat * ThereM issskM1no a stitchdec but no inc on Row 1 sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, k1tbl, k1tbl from cn Work 1 more rnd in patt as established. purlk1tblk2tog b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k2,k1tbl, k1 k1tblfrom cnfrom cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1, k1tblk1 from from cn cn patternendmark ofer Needle positionrepeat 2 b b slmaend 1rk stofer ontoNeedle position cn, 2hold in back, k1tbl,k1, p1 p1from from cn cn M sskM1no stitch b b sl 21 stsst onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in front, front, k1tbl, k1, k2 k1tbl from 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stitch cn b b k2,sl k212 ststsfrom onto onto cn cn, cn, hold hold in in front, front, k1tbl, k1, k2 k1tbl from from cn cn ssk b sl 21 stsst onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, back, k2,k1tbl, k2, k1 p2 k1tblfrom from cnfrom cn cn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,p1, k1 k1tbl fromsl 12 ststs fromcn onto onto cn cn, cn, hold hold in in front, front, p1, k2, k1tbl k2 from from cn cn knitknit b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1, k1 from cn knit b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1, bp1 b fromsl 12 ststscn onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, back, k1tbl, k2, k2 p1 from from cn cn knit b b patternmaendrk ofer Needle positionrepeat 2 sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, k1, k2 from cn knit M slM1no 1 stitch st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl,b b k1tblk1tblsl 12 ststs fromfrom onto onto cncn cn, cn, hold hold in in front, front, k1tbl, p2, k2 k1tbl from from cn cn knit sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, b slsl 2 12sts ststs onto onto onto cn, hold cn, cn, in hold back,hold 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k1tbl,k1,b p1 p1fromsl from 2 stscn cnonto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1, k2 p1), from k2 cnfrom cn k2togk1tbl b b sl 21 stsst onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in front, front, k1tbl, k1,b k2 k1tbl slfrom 2 sts from cn onto cn cn, hold in front,back, k2,k1,p2, (k1tbl,k2 from p1) cn from cn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k2,b k1 fromsl 2 stscn onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, p2 from p1), k2cn from cn k2togssk b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, k1tblsl 1 stfrom onto cn cn, hold in back, k2, k1 from cn k2togssk b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1,b k1tblk1 fromsl from2 sts cn ontocn cn, hold in front,back, k2,k2, (p1,k2 from k1tbl) cn from cn k2togssk b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (k1, p1), k2 from cn sskk2tog b b slslend 1 st21 onto stsstof onto Needle cn,onto hold cn, cn, in 2back,hold hold in in back, front,back, k1tbl,k1, k2,k1, p1 k2k2 p1from sl fromslfrom 2from 2sts stscn onto cncn cnonto cn, hold cn, in front,hold in front,back, k2,(p1, k2 k1tbl), from k2cn from 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hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, p2 from p1), k2cn from cn M M1no stitch sl 21 stsst onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, front,back, k1tbl, k2,k2, p2k2 k1tbl fromfrom from cncn cn M M1no stitch b slsl 1 st1 ontost onto cn, hold cn, in front,hold p1, in front, p1,b k1tblk1 fromslsl 2 from2sts sts cnonto ontocn cn, hold cn, in back,hold in front,back, k2,k2, (p1,k2 from k1tbl) cn from cn no stitch sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2,b k2 fromsl 2 sts cn onto cn, hold in front, (p1,(k1, p1),k1tbl), k2 k2from from cn cn M noM1 stitch b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, p1sl from 2 sts cnonto cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn nopatternno stitch stitch re peat b b k1tblsl 21 from stsst onto cnonto cn, cn, hold hold in in front, back,front, k1tbl, k2,p2,k1, b p2 k2 k1tbl k2, fromslfrom (p1,2 sts fromk1tbl) cncn onto from cn cn, cn hold in front, p2, k2 from cn patternno stitch re peat b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k2,k1tbl,b k1 k1tblfromsl 2 stscnfrom onto cn cn, hold in 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cn pattern repeat b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, (p1, k1tbl) from cn mapatternrker positionrepeat b sl 21 stsst onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in front, front,back, p1, k2,(k1,k2, k1tbl (p1,k2 p1), from k1tbl) fromk2 fromcn cnfrom cn cn marker position k1sl from 12 ststs cn onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, back, k1tbl, k2,b k2 p1 (k1tbl,fromsl from 2 stsp1), cn cnk2onto from cn, cn hold in front, (p1,(k1, p1),k1tbl), k2 k2from from cn cn maendrk ofer Needle position 2 b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, k1,p2,b k2 slfrom 2 sts cn onto cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn maendrk ofer Needle position 2 b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (k1tbl, p1), k2 from cn markermaendrk of positioner Needle position 2 b sl 21 stsst onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, back,front, k2, k2,(k1tbl, k1 (p1,p2 from from p1),k1tbl) cn k2cn fromfrom cncn endmark ofer Needle position 2 sl 12 ststs onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in front, front, p1, k2,b k1tbl k2 slfrom from2 sts cn ontocn cn, hold in back, k2, (p1, k1tbl) from cn end of Needle 2 b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1,b k2 p1), fromsl 2k2 sts cnfrom onto cn cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn slend 1 stof ontoNeedle cn, 2hold in back, k1, p1b from cn endsl 1 stof ontoNeedle cn, 2hold in back, k1, p1 fromslsl 2 2sts stscn onto onto cn, hold cn, in front,hold in front,back, k2,(k1tbl,k1,p2, b (k1tbl, k2sl sl fromp1), 2 2sts p1)sts onto k2cn onto from from cn, hold cn, cncn in back,hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn endendsl 1of stNeedleof ontoNeedle 2 cn, 2hold in back, k1,b p1 fromsl 12 ststscn onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, back, k2, k2, k1 p2 from fromsl 2 stscn cn onto cn, hold in front, (k1tbl, p1), k2 from cn slend 1 stof ontoNeedle cn, 2hold in back, k1,b p1 fromsl 2 stscn onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,k2,b (p1,k2 from k1tbl) cn from cn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1,p1,b p1k1 fromfromk1, k2 from cncn cn k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1,p1, p1k1 fromfromsl 2 stscncn onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(p1,(k1,b k2 p1),k1tbl), fromsl 2k2 sts k2cnfrom onto from cn cn, cn hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1,p1, p1k1b fromfromsl 2 stscncn onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,k1,p2, (k1tbl,k2 slfrom 2 p1)sts cn ontofrom cn,cn hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1,p1, p1k1 fromfrom cncn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1,p1,b p1k1 fromfromsl 2 stscncn onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, p2 from p1), k2cn from cn b b slsl 1 st1 ontost onto cn, hold cn, in back,hold in back,front, k1tbl,k1,p1,b p1k1 k1tbl fromfrom cnfromcn cn b b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,p1, k1 k1tbl fromsl 2 stsfromcn onto cn cn, hold in front,back, k2,k2, (p1,k2 from k1tbl) cn from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,p1,b k1 k1tbl fromslsl 2 2sts stsfrom cnonto onto cn, cn hold cn, in back,hold in front,back, k2,(p1,(k1, k2 p1),k1tbl), slfromsl 2 2k2sts sts ontok2cnfrom onto fromcn, cnhold cn, cn in front,hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1tbl,p1, k1 k1tbl from fromcn cn b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1, k1b fromsl 2 stscn onto cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn b bb k1,sl p1 1 fromst onto cn cn, hold in back, k1tbl, k1tblsl 2 stsfrom onto cn cn, hold in front, p2, k2 from cn b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl,p1,b k1 k1tbl k1tblfrom fromcnfrom cncn b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl, k1tblk1tblk2,sl k22 sts fromfrom onto cn cncn cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, p2 (p1,from p1), k1tbl), k2cn k2 from from cncn bb bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl,b k1tblk1tblsl 2 sts fromfrom onto cncn cn, hold in front,back, k2,k2, (p1,k2 from k1tbl) cn from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl, k1tblk1tbl fromfrom cncn b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl,b k1tblsl 2 stsfrom onto cn cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, k1tbl, k1tblsl 2 sts from onto cn cn, hold in front, (k1, p1), k2 from cn b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1tbl,k1tbl,b p1k1tblk1tblsl from 2 sts fromfrom cnonto cncn cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl, p1k1tblsl from 2 sts from cnonto cn cn, hold in front, p2, k2 from cn b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1tbl,k1tbl,b p1k1tblsl from 2 sts from cnonto cn cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, p2 from p1), k2cn from cn bb bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, k1tbl,b k1tblsl 2 stsfrom onto cn cn, hold in back, k2, (p1, k1tbl) from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, p1 from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,p1,k1tbl,b k1tbl p1k1tblsl from from2 sts from cncnonto cn cn, hold in front, (p1,(k1, p1),k1tbl), k2 k2from from cn cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1tbl,p1, k1tbl p1 fromfrom cncn alpine glow 11 b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,p1, k1tblb p1sl from from2 sts cncnonto cn, hold in front,back, k2,p2, (k1tbl,k2 from p1) cn from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, p1sl from 2 sts cn onto cn, hold in front, (k1tbl, p1), k2 from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1,b k1tbl from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,k1tbl,p1,b k1k1tbl p1from fromfrom cn cncn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,p1, k1k1tbl fromsl from2 stscn cnonto cn, hold in back, k2, (p1, k1tbl) from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,p1,b k1k1tbl fromsl from2 stscn cnonto cn, hold in front, (p1,(k1, p1),k1tbl), k2 k2from from cn cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,p1, k1k1tbl from from cn cn sl 21 stsst onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, front, k2, k1, k1b k2 from fromsl 2 stscn cn onto cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn sl 12 ststs onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back,front, front, k2,p1,b k1, k1k1tbl k2 from fromsl from2 stscn cn cnonto cn, hold in front, (k1tbl, p1), k2 from cn sl 12 ststs onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, front, k2, k1,b k1 k2 from fromsl 2 stscn cn onto cn, hold in back, k2, (p1, k1tbl) from cn sl 12 ststs onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, front, k2, k1, k1 k2 from from cn cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, k1,b k2 fromsl 2 sts cn onto cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn sl 21 stsst onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, back, k2, k2, k1 bk2 from fromsl 2 stscn cn onto cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,k1, k2k2 fromfromsl 2 sts cncn onto cn, hold in front, (k1tbl, p1), k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,k1, k2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2,b k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, k2,k1,b k2 fromsl 2 sts cn onto cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,k2, k2k2 fromfromsl 2 sts cncn onto cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,k2, k2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,k2, p2k2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,k2,b p2k2 fromfromsl 2 sts cncn onto cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,k2, p2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,p2,k2, p2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,p2, p2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,p2, p2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(k1,p2, p2k2 p1), fromfrom k2 cnfromcn cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, p2,(k1, k2 p1), from k2 fromcn cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (k1,p2, k2 p1), from k2 fromcn cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, p2,(k1, k2 p1), from k2 fromcn cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1,p2, (p1,k2 p1), from k1tbl) k2 fromcn from cn cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(k1, (p1, p1), k1tbl) k2 from from cn cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(k1, (p1, p1), k1tbl) k2 from from cn cn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(k1, (p1, p1), k1tbl) k2 from from cn cn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, (p1, k1tbl) from cn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(k1tbl,(k1, (p1, p1), p1),k1tbl) k2 k2from fromfrom cn cncn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, (p1, p1),k1tbl) k2 fromfrom cncn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, (p1, p1),k1tbl) k2 fromfrom cncn b b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, (p1, p1),k1tbl) k2 fromfrom cncn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (k1tbl, p1), k2 from cn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, (k1tbl,(p1, p1), k1tbl) p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(k1tbl, (k1tbl, p1), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(k1tbl, (k1tbl, p1), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(k1tbl, (k1tbl, p1), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(p1,(k1tbl, (k1tbl, k1tbl), p1), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(p1, (k1tbl, k1tbl), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(p1, (k1tbl, k1tbl), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(p1, (k1tbl, k1tbl), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(p1, (k1tbl, k1tbl), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 Knit to last rightRight Diagonal diagonal 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 3 Work in patt as established; needle 4 K1, ssk, knit M 2525 to end—2 sts dec’d. 2323 Rep last 3 rnds 8 more times—68 (68,

70) sts rem; 17 sts each on Needles 1 and M 2121 4; 17 (17, 18) sts each on Needles 2 and 3. b b 1919 b b b b

b b b b Foot M 1717 b b

Work even in patt as established until b b b b 1515 b b b b Diagonal chart reaches end of instep sts b b b b (chart Row 4 [21, 21]). M 1313 b b

b b b b next rnd Knit to m, work Row 5 (22, 22) 1111 b b b b knit of Vertical chart, knit to end. b b b b M 99 b b purlknit Work in patt as established until foot b b b b measures 7½ (8, 8¼)" (19 [20.5, 21] cm) purlknit 77 b b b b k1tbl

from back of heel. b b purlknit M k2togk1tbl5 5 Knit 1 rnd. knit k2togk1tblpurl ssk 33 next rnd needle 1 Knit; needle 2 K1, k1tblpurlknit M M1sskk2tog [ssk] 0 (0, 1) time, knit to end; needle 3 1*1 * purl sskk2togk1tbl Knit to last 0 (0, 3) sts, [k2tog, k1] 0 (0, 1) M noM1 stitch * there There is a dec is buta dec no inc but on row no 1 inc on Row 1 sskk2togk1tbl time; needle 4 Knit—68 sts rem; 17 sts on M patternnoM1 stitch re peat each needle. M M1sskk2tog patternnoma stitchrker positionre peat M noM1ssk stitch toe patternendmark ofer Needle positionrepeat 2 M M1 knit patternnoma stitchrker positionre peat next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit knitknit slslend 1 1st st ofonto ontoNeedle cn, cn,hold 2hold in in back, k1, p1 from cn knit knit back,patternno stitch k1, p1 re frompeat cn to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 purlknit slendma 1rk stofer ontoNeedle position cn, 2hold in back,front, k1,p1, p1k1 fromfrom cncn purlpurl K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d. purl b b purl slpatternendslma 1 1strk st ofontoer ontoNeedle positionre cn,peat cn,hold 2 hold in in front,back, k1tbl,p1, k1 k1tbl from fromcn cn k1tbl sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1, p1 from cn k1tblk1tbl b b Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, k1tbl b b front,sl 1 st p1, onto k1 from cn, cn hold in front, k1tbl, k1tbl from cn k1tbl endslma 1rk stofer ontoNeedle position cn, 2hold in front,back, k1tbl,p1, k1 k1tbl from fromcn cn k2togk1tbl sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1, p1 from cn k2tog b bb every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 k2togk2tog b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl, p1k1tbl from from cn cn k2tog slendsl 1 1st st ofonto ontoNeedle cn, cn,hold 2hold in in front,back, k1tbl,p1, k1 k1tbl from fromcn cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1, p1 from cn times, then every rnd 8 times—8 sts rem. sskk2tog b ssk b b back,sl 1 st k1tbl, onto k1tbl cn, from hold cn in front, p1, k1tbl from cn ssk b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl, p1k1tbl from from cn cn sskssk sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,p1, k1 k1tbl from fromcn cn ssk b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1, p1 from cn M M1 b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,p1, k1k1tbl from from cn cn M M1 b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, p1 from cn M M1 slsl 1 1st st onto onto cn, cn,hold hold in in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl, k1tblk1tbl fromfrom cncn Finishing M M1 sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1, k1 from cn M M1M1 b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, k1, k2 from cn M noM1 stitch b bb front,sl 1 st k1tbl, onto k1tbl cn, from hold cn in back, k2, k1 from cn no stitch b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1tbl,p1, k1tbl p1 fromfrom cncn no stitch sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl, k1tblk1tbl fromfrom cncn Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. no stitch sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, k2 from cn nono stitch stitch b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, k1, k2 from cn no stitch b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,p1, k1k1tbl from from cn cn With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, pattern repeat slsl 1 1st st onto onto cn, cn,hold hold in in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl, p1k1tbl from from cn cn pattern repeat sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,k2, k2k2 fromfrom cncn pattern repeat b back,sl 2 sts k1tbl, onto p1 from cn, holdcn in front, k1, k2 from cn patternpattern repeat repeat b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,p1, k1k1tbl from from cn cn draw through rem sts and pull tight. patternmarker positionrepeat sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, p1 from cn marker position sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,k2, p2k2 fromfrom cncn marker position b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,k1, k2k2 fromfrom cncn Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends. marker position slsl 1 1st st onto onto cn, cn,hold hold in in front,back, k2,p1, k1k1tbl from from cn cn markerendmark ofer position Needle position 2 sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,p2, p2k2 fromfrom cncn end of Needle 2 front,sl 2 sts p1, ontok1tbl from cn, hold cn in back,front, k2,k2, k2k2 fromfrom cncn end of Needle 2 sl 12 ststs onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, front, k2, k1, k1 k2 from from cn cn end of Needle 2 sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, p2,(k1, k2 p1), from k2 fromcn cn endsl 1 of st Needle onto 2cn, hold in back, k1, p1sl from2 sts cnonto cn, hold in front,back, k2,k2, p2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,b k1, p1sl from2 sts cnonto cn, hold in front,back, k2,k1, k2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1, p1sl from2 sts cnonto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(k1, (p1, p1), k1tbl) k2 from from cn cn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1,p1, p1k1sl from2from sts cnontocn cn, hold in back,front, k2,p2, p2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1,b k1sl 2from sts ontocn cn, hold in front, k2, k2 from cn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,b p1, k1sl 2from sts ontocn cn, hold in back, k2, k2 from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1, k1sl 2from sts ontocn cn, hold in front, (k1tbl, p1), k2 from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1tbl,p1, k1sl k1tbl 2from sts fromontocn cn,cn hold in back, k2, (p1, k1tbl) from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,p1, k1sl k1tbl 2from sts fromontocn cn,cn hold in front, p2,(k1, k2 p1), from k2 fromcn cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,b k1tbl, sl k1tbl 2 sts fromonto cn,cn hold in back, k2, p2 from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl,b sl k1tbl 2 sts fromonto cn,cn hold in front, k2, k2 from cn b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,b k1tbl,sl k1tbl 2 sts fromonto cn,cn hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl,sl k1tbl 2 sts fromonto cn,cn hold in front, (k1tbl, p1), k2 from cn 12 around the world in knitted socks b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl,sl k1tbl k1tbl2 sts fromontofrom cn,cncn hold in back, k2, (p1, k1tbl) from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl,sl k1tbl k1tbl2 sts fromontofrom cn,cncn hold in front, p2,(k1, k2 p1), from k2 fromcn cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,b k1tbl,sl k1tbl2 sts ontofrom cn,cn hold in back, k2, p2 from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,b k1tbl, k1tbl from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, k1tbl,b sl k1tbl2 sts ontofrom cn,cn hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front,b k1tbl,k1tbl,sl p1 k1tbl2 sts from ontofrom cn cn,cn hold in front,back, k2,(k1tbl, (k1tbl, p1), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1tbl,sl p1 k1tbl2 sts from ontofrom cn cn,cn hold in back, k2, (p1, k1tbl) from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl,sl p1 2 sts from onto cn cn, hold in front, (k1, p1), k2 from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,b k1tbl, sl p1 2 sts from onto cn cn, hold in front, p2, k2 from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,b k1tbl, p1 from cn b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl,b sl p1 2 sts from onto cn cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back,b k1tbl,p1, k1tblsl p1 2 sts fromfrom onto cncn cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,p1, k1tblsl p1 2 sts fromfrom onto cncn cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, (p1, p1),k1tbl) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1, k1tblsl 2 sts from onto cn cn, hold in front, (k1, p1), k2 from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,b p1, k1tbl from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front,b k2, p1,b k1k1tbl from from cn cn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back,b k2,p1, k1k1tblsl from2 sts from cnonto cn cn, hold in front,back, k2,(p1, (k1tbl, k1tbl), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k2, k1sl from2 sts cnonto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, (p1, p1),k1tbl) k2 fromfrom cncn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k2, k1 from cn sl 21 stsst onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, front,b k2, k1, k1 k2 from from cn cn sl 12 ststs onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in back, front, k2, bk1, k1 slk2 from2 from sts cnonto cn cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, k1, slk2 2 from sts onto cn cn, hold in front,back, k2,(k1tbl, (k1tbl, p1), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, k1, k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front,b k2,k1, k2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front,b k2,k1, k2slk2 2 fromfrom sts onto cncn cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, k2sl 2 from sts onto cn cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,k2, k2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front,b k2,k2, k2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, k2, slk2 2 from sts onto cn cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, k2, k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,k2, p2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, p2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, p2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,p2, p2k2 fromfrom cncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, p2, k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, p2, k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (k1,p2, k2 p1), from k2 fromcn cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (k1, p1), k2 from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (k1, p1), k2 from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1, (p1, p1), k1tbl) k2 from from cn cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1, (p1, p1), k1tbl) k2 from from cn cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, (p1, k1tbl) from cn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, (p1, k1tbl) from cn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, (p1, k1tbl) from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(k1tbl, (p1, p1),k1tbl) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(k1tbl, (p1, p1),k1tbl) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (k1tbl, p1), k2 from cn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (k1tbl, p1), k2 from cn b b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (k1tbl, p1), k2 from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, (k1tbl, p1), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back,front, k2,(k1tbl, (k1tbl, p1), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, (k1tbl, p1) from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(p1, (k1tbl, k1tbl), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k2,(p1, (k1tbl, k1tbl), p1) k2 fromfrom cncn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn b sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, (p1, k1tbl), k2 from cn left sock Heel flap Work back and forth in rows for 32 rows, cuFF working sts as they appear and ending CO 75 sts. Divide sts onto 4 dpn (19 sts with a WS row. each on Needles 1–3, 18 sts on Needle 4), place marker (pm), and join for working in Turn Heel the rnd, being careful not to twist sts. Work short-rows as foll:

Work in k2 through back loop (tbl), p1 rib short-row 1 (RS) K19, ssk, k1, turn. for 12 rnds. short-row 2 Sl 1, p3, p2tog, p1, turn. leg short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. DiamonD short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap Work Rows 1–40 of Leg chart—72 sts created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn. rem; 18 sts on each needle. Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 six more Rep last 3 rnds 8 more times—68 (68, times—20 heel sts rem. CloCk 70) sts rem; 17 sts each on Needles 1 and 4; 17 (17, 18) sts each on Needles 2 and 3. Begin diagonal patt as foll: SHape GuSSeT next rnd needle 1 K5, work Row 1 of next rnd Arrange and renumber Foot Right Diagonal chart (see Notes), pm as needles as foll: With an empty needle Work even in patt as established until indicated on chart; needle 2 Work 12 sts (Needle 1), k20 heel sts, pick up and knit Diagonal chart reaches beg of instep sts according to Vertical chart (see page 11), 16 sts along edge of heel flap; knit to 2 sts (chart Row 4 [21, 21]). k6; needles 3 and 4 Knit—71 (71, 72) sts before m, work Row 1 of Right Diagonal rem; 17 (17, 18) sts on Needle 1, 18 sts each chart (see Notes), knit to end (Needles 2 next rnd Knit to 1 st before m, work on Needles 2–4. and 3); with another needle (Needle 4), Row 5 (22, 22) of Vertical chart, removing Work in patt as established, working Diag- pick up and knit 16 sts along edge of heel m, knit to end. onal and Vertical charts on Needles 1 and flap, k10 from Needle 1—86 (86, 88) sts Work in patt as established until foot 2 and working in St st on Needles 3 and 4, total; 26 sts each on Needles 1 and 4; 17 measures 7½ (8, 8¼)" (19 [20.5, 21] cm) to end of Vertical chart—diagonal patt (17, 18) sts each on Needles 2 and 3. from back of heel. has shifted to beg of needle. Instep is worked on Needles 2 and 3; sole Knit 1 rnd. is worked on Needles 1 and 4. next rnd needle 1 Knit; needle 2 K1, heel next rnd needle 1 Knit; needles 2 and [ssk] 0 (0, 1) time, knit to end; needle 3 Place 18 sts of Needle 2 and 18 sts of 3 Knit to chart, work Right Diagonal chart, Knit to last 0 (0, 3) sts, [k2tog, k1] 0 (0, 1) Needle 3 onto one needle—36 sts for heel. knit to end; needle 4 Knit. time; needle 4 Knit—68 sts rem; 17 sts on Heel will be worked back and forth in rows Work 1 more rnd in patt as established. each needle. on these 36 sts; rem 35 (35, 36) sts will be next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 Knit to last worked later for instep. Cut yarn and, with 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 3 Work in toe RS facing, reattach at beg of Needle 2. patt as established; needle 4 K1, ssk, knit Work toe and finish as for right sock. to end—2 sts dec’d.

alpine glow 13 14 around the world in knitted socks delft blue THe neTHerlanDS

ith minimal influence from neighboring w countries, Dutch knitting designs have remained very distinctive. Stranded-knitting patterns in strong clear colors reflect inspiration from embroidery and quilting as well as ceramic tiles and stoneware.

Finished size 9¼" (23.5 cm) Needles U.S. size 1 foot circumference and (2.25 mm): set of 5 double- 10" (25.5 cm) long from pointed (dpn), or 2 circular back of heel to tip of (cir) needles. Adjust needle toe. To fit U.S. women’s size if necessary to obtain shoe sizes 8–10½ the correct gauge. (European sizes 39–41). Notions 2 markers (m); Yarn Fingering (Super Fine waste yarn for provisional #1). Shown here: Regia CO; tapestry needle. 4-ply (75% wool, 25% nylon; Gauge 36 sts and 40 rnds = 229 yd [209 m]/50 g): 4" (10 cm) in charted patt. #1988 blue, #1992 natural, This design lends #2002 red, and #1994 loden Note itself to being worked on 2 (green), 1 ball each. circular needles instead of dpn (see Glossary).

15 hem With red and using the provisional method (see Glossary), CO 72 sts. Divide sts evenly onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), and join for working in the rnd, being careful not to twist sts.

Knit 6 rnds. Purl 1 rnd for turning ridge. Knit 7 rnds.

Join hem as foll: Fold fabric at purl rnd. Removing provisional CO as you go, *pick up first st of CO edge and place it onto left needle; k2tog (picked-up st with next st on needle); rep from * around—72 sts.

leg rnd 1 *K6, M1 (see Glossary); rep from * to end—84 sts. Work Rows 1–14 of Tile chart once, then work Rows 1–5 once more. Break yarns. heel Place first 21 sts of rnd and last 22 sts of rnd onto one needle—43 sts total. Heel will be worked back and forth in rows on these 43 sts; rem 41 sts will be worked later for instep.

Heel flap With RS facing, join natural. Work Rows 1–6 of Heel Heart chart.

next row Work 1 st in St st in natural, work Row 1 of Lozenge chart to last st, work 1 st in St st in natural. Cont in patt, work Rows 1–17 of Lozenge chart 2 times, then work Row 1 once more.

16 around the world in knitted socks Turn Heel With natural, work short-rows (see Glossary) as foll: short-row 1 (RS) K22, ssk, k1, turn. short-row 2 Sl 1, p2, p2tog, p1, turn. short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn.

Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 eight more times—23 heel sts rem.

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delft blue 17 SHape GuSSeT next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 Work Sole chart to 2 sts before m, k2tog with blue, sl next rnd With natural and an empty m, work Tile chart; needles 2 and 3 Work needle (Needle 1), k23 heel sts, pick up blue Tile chart; needle 4 Work Tile chart to m, blueblue and knit 20 sts along edge of heel flap; blue sl m, ssk with blue, work Sole chart to natural work Row 6 of Tile chart, break blue naturalnatural end—2 sts dec’d. natural (Needles 2 and 3); with natural and red red another needle (Needle 4), pick up and Rep last 3 rnds 7 more times—86 sts rem. redred green knit 20 sts along edge of heel flap, k12 green next rnd K2tog with natural (removing greengreen from Needle 1—104 sts total; 31 sts on pattern repeat m), work in patt to last 2 sts, ssk with blue pattern repeat pattern repeat Needle 1, 21 sts on Needle 2, 20 sts on (removing m)—84 sts rem; Row 5 of Tile pattern repeat Needle 3, and 32 sts on Needle 4. Beg of chart is complete. rnd is at center of heel. Rearrange sts so that there are 21 sts on next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 Work 8 sts each needle. according to Sole chart, k2tog with blue, pm, work 21 sts according to Row 7 of Tile Foot sole chart; needles 2 and 3 Work Row 7 of Tile Sole chart; needle 4 Work 22 sts according to Working sts in rep box only, work Rows 1–17 of Lozenge chart once, then work Row 7 of Tile chart, pm, ssk with blue, beg 11 with st 2 of chart, work 8 sts according to Rows 1–6 once more and at the same Sole chart—102 sts rem. time on the first rnd, dec 4 sts evenly st 2 spaced around—80 sts rem. Work Rows st 2 next rnd needle 1 Work Sole chart to 1 1–6 of Foot Heart chart and at the same st before m, k1 with blue, sl m, work next time dec 2 sts evenly spaced on Rows 2 rnd of Tile chart to end; needles 2 and 3 and 6—76 sts rem. Work Tile chart; needle 4 Work Tile footFoot Heart heart chart to m, sl m, k1 with blue, work Sole toe chart to end. Work 2 rnds even in patt as 5 Change to natural. 5 established. next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit 3 3 to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 1 1 K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d.

Rep dec rnd every 3rd rnd 3 more times, every 2nd rnd 4 times, then every rnd 9 times—8 sts rem. Finishing Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, draw through rem sts and pull tight. Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends.

18 around the world in knitted socks delft blue 19 20 around the world in knitted socks FRESH BREEZE Denmark

y the fifteenth century, handknitted jackets and B stockings were a part of almost every traditional Danish costume. Typical Danish designs feature a large field of patterning interspersed with a small repeating motif and edged with a narrow border.

Finished size 8½" (21.5 cm) heather, #0030 fire, and circumference and 9¼ #0091 medium gray heather, (10, 10¼)" (23.5 [25.5, 1 ball each.

26] cm) long from back of Needles U.S. size 1 (2.25 heel to tip of toe. To fit U.S. mm): set of 5 double-pointed women’s shoe sizes 5–6½ (dpn). Adjust needle size (7–8½, 9–10½) (European if necessary to obtain the sizes 36–37 [38–39, 40–41]). correct gauge. Socks shown measure Notions Marker (m); tapestry 10" (25.5 cm) long. needle. Yarn Fingering (Super Fine Gauge 34 sts and 38 rnds = #1). Shown here: Regia Silk 4" (10 cm) in lice patt. 4-ply (55% wool, 25% nylon, 20% silk; 219 yd [200 m]/ 50 g): #0054 smoky heather, 2 balls; #0052 gray-blue heather, #0002 natural 21 cuFF heel but do not turn—13 slyo sts at each end of heel, 10 plain sts in center. With smoky heather, CO 72 sts. Arrange Heel is worked back and forth using Work to end of rnd in St st, being careful sts evenly onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), short-rows (see Glossary) over 36 sts of to work each slyo as one st. Work 1 more and join for working in the rnd, being Needles 1 and 4; rem 36 sts will be rnd even. careful not to twist sts. worked later for instep. Work heel in smoky heather; break other colors. Work in k1 through back loop (tbl), p1 rib Heel boTTom for 20 rnds. Heel Top Work back and forth on 36 sts of Needles 1 and 4 as foll: leg short-row 1 (RS) K18, turn. short-row 1 (RS) K6, turn. Work Rows 1–14 of Zigzag Border chart. short-row 2 Slyo (see Glossary), p35, turn. short-row 2 Slyo, p11, turn. With gray-blue heather, purl 1 rnd. short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created Work Rows 1–8 of Wave Border chart. on previous row, turn. on previous row, knit slyo as 1 st, k1, turn. Work Rows 1–18 of Lice chart, then work short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created Rows 1–11 once more. Note: Do not break on previous row, turn. on previous row, purl slyo as 1 st, p1, turn. strand not in use; catch the strand and twist it with the working yarn every 3–5 Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 eleven more Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 eleven more rnds to secure it as you knit. times, then work Short-row 3 once more times.

22 around the world in knitted socks zigzagZigzag Bor borderder waveWave Border border liceLice

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next row Slyo, k17 (to end of rnd)—first Rep dec rnd every 3rd rnd 3 more times, and last sts of heel are slyos. every 2nd rnd 4 times, then every rnd 4 times—24 sts rem. Foot next rnd needles 1 and 3 K4, k2tog; needles 2 and 4 Ssk, k4—20 sts rem. Resume working in the rnd, working rem 2 slyo as 1 st on first rnd. Work Rows Knit sts on Needle 1. Sl sts from Needle 4 14–18 of Lice chart, then work Rows 1–18 onto Needle 1 and from Needle 3 onto once, then work Rows 1–16 (1–18, 1–18) Needle 2. Cut yarn, leaving a 24" (61 cm) once, then work Rows 0 (1–4, 1–8) zero tail. With tail threaded on a tapestry (one, one) time—39 (45, 49) rnds of Lice needle, use the Kitchener st (see chart. Glossary) to graft rem sts tog. Weave in loose ends. toe Change to smoky heather. next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d.

fresh b reeze 23 24 around the world in knitted socks BY THE FJORDS norway

ypical Norwegian patterns are worked in stranded t two-color knitting, traditionally in black, dark gray, blue, and red with white. The classic Norwegian Star appears in a number of variations, often combined with small symmetrical borders or stripes of patterning.

Finished size 9" (23 cm) Notions 3 markers (m); foot circumference and 10¼" tapestry needle. (26 cm) long from back of Gauge 36 sts and 40 rnds = 4" heel to tip of toe. To fit U.S. (10 cm) in charted patt. women’s shoe sizes 7–9½ Due to the large pattern (European sizes 38–40). Note repeat, consider working this Yarn Fingering (Super Fine sock on 2 circular (cir) needles #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply instead of double–pointed (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 yd needles. [209 m]/50 g): #1992 natural, The top of the Instep chart #2137 denim, and #2002 looks like a checkerboard cherry red, 1 ball each. but will work into vertical U.S. size 1 Needles lines when knitted. (2.25 mm): set of 5 double- pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

by the f jords 25 leg With denim, CO 80 sts. Arrange sts evenly onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), and join for working in the rnd, being careful not to twist sts.

Knit 10 rnds for rolled edge.

Work in k1 through back loop (tbl), p1 rib for 10 rnds.

Work Rows 1–40 of Leg chart. heel Break yarns. Sl first st of Needle 4 to Needle 3. Sl rem 19 sts of Needle 4 to Needle 1, keeping beg of rnd marker in place. Heel will be worked back and forth over 39 sts on Needle 1.

Heel Top With RS facing, reattach denim to first heel st and work short-rows (see Glossary) to shape heel as foll:

short-row 1 (RS) K39, turn.

short-row 2 Slyo (see Glossary), p38, turn.

short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created on previous row, turn.

short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created on previous row, turn.

Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 eleven more times, then work Short-row 3 once more but do not turn—13 slyo sts at each end of heel, 13 plain sts in center.

Resume working in the rnd and work to end of rnd, being careful to knit slyo as 1 st, as foll: needle 1 Knit with denim; needles 2 and 3 Join natural, work Instep

26 around the world in knitted socks legLeg natural naturalnatural 39 natural 39 natural denim denimdenim 37 denim 37 cherrydenim red cherry red cherrycherry red red 3535 cherry red k2tog with natural k2tog with natural k2togk2tog with with natural natural 33 k2tog with natural 33 ssk with natural ssk with natural ssk with natural 3131 sskslssk with1, with k2tog, natural natural psso with natural sl 1, k2tog, psso with natural sl 1, k2tog, psso with natural 29 slpatternsl 1, 1,k2tog, k2tog, psso repeat with psso natural with natural 29 pattern repeat pattern repeat pattern repeat 2727 pattern repeat

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by the f jords 27 chart, break natural; needle 4 Knit with knit slyo as 1 st, pm for new beg of miD-fooT denim. Work 1 more rnd even, attaching rnd—beg of rnd is now at beg of Needle 2. next rnd needles 2 and 3 Work Instep natural at beg of Needle 2 and breaking chart to end of Needle 3, work 1 st from at end of Needle 3. Foot Needle 4 onto Needle 3, working it in Resume working in the rnd as foll, color as it appears; needles 4 and 1 Knit Heel boTTom working rem slyo as 1 st: needles 2 and 3 each st in color as it appears to m, sl m, Resume working short-rows on 39 sts of Work Instep chart (beg with Row 3); M1 with color opposite next st on needle, Needles 1 and 4 only as foll: needles 4 and 1 Work Sole chart (beg knit each st in color as it appears to next short-row 1 (RS) Knit to last 12 heel with Row 1). m, M1 with color opposite st just worked, sts, turn. Work 30 more rnds in patt as established, sl m, knit each st in color as it appears to last st of Needle 1, sl last st onto Needle short-row 2 Slyo, p14, turn. ending with Row 33 of Instep chart. Note: On Row 20 of Instep chart, 2—43 sts on Needles 2 and 3, 39 sts on short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created substitute cherry red for natural on Needles 4 and 1; beg of rnd shifts 1 st to on previous row, knit slyo as 1 st, k1, turn. Sole chart. the right. short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created next rnd needles 2 and 3 Work Row 34 Rep last rnd through Row 55 of Instep on previous row, purl slyo as 1 st, p1, turn. of Instep chart; needles 4 and 1 Work 17 chart, maintaining vertical stripes. Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 eleven more sts of Sole chart, M1 with natural, pm, times. work 5 sts of Sole chart, pm, M1 with toe next row Slyo, knit to beg of rnd, natural, work 16 sts of Sole chart, sl last dec rnd needle 2 K1 with natural, ssk remove m, with another needle (Needle st of Needle 1 onto Needle 2, and sl first with denim, work in vertical stripe patt to 1), knit to slyo created on previous row, st of Needle 4 onto Needle 3—82 sts; 20 end; needle 3 Work in vertical stripe patt sts on Needle 1, 21 sts on Needle 2, 22 sts to last 3 sts, k2tog with denim, k1 with on Needle 3, and 19 sts on Needle 4. natural; needle 4 K1 with denim, ssk with natural, work in vertical stripe patt to end; needle 1 Work in vertical stripe patt to last 3 sts, k2tog with natural, k1 with denim—4 sts dec’d.

Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 times, then every rnd 5 times—34 sts rem. Sl 2 sts from Needle 3 onto Needle 4—8 sts each on Needles 1 and 3, 9 sts each on Needles 2 and 4. With denim only, rep dec rnd once more—30 sts rem.

Sl sts from Needle 3 to Needle 2. Sl sts from Needle 4 to Needle 1. Cut yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Use Kitch- ener st (see Glossary) to graft live sts tog. Weave in loose ends.

28 around the world in knitted socks Instepinstep Solesole

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by the f jords 29 30 around the world in knitted socks TRADITIONAL STITCH motifs eSTonia

stonian socks are often knitted with elaborate, colorful E stranded-knitting patterns. Imaginative borders are combined with richly decorated tile or lozenge motifs. The braid that frames the cuff is characteristic of Baltic knitting patterns.

Finished size 8¾" (22 cm) #2199 gray and #1094 pine, foot circumference and 9 2 balls each, and #0324 (9½, 10¼)" (23 [24, 26] cm) marine, 1 ball. from back of heel to tip of Needles U.S. size 1 (2.25 toe. To fit U.S. women’s shoe mm): set of 5 double-pointed sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, 9–10½) (dpn). Adjust needle size if (European sizes 36–37 necessary to obtain the [38–39, 40–41]). Socks correct gauge. shown measure 9½" Notions Marker (m); tapestry (24 cm) long. needle. Yarn Fingering (Super Fine Gauge 36 sts and 40 rnds = #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply 4" (10 cm) in charted patt. (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 yd [209 m]/50 g):

traditional s titch Motifs 31 cuFF braiD Cuff paTTern With marine, CO 84 sts onto 1 dpn. Beg braid with both strands in front of rnds 4–7 Knit with marine. Do not join. work (see Glossary). Alternate strands as rnd 8 *K1 with marine, k1 with gray; foll: take color to be knit to back of work, rep from *. row 1 (WS) Knit. knit st, bring to front again. row 2 (RS) *K1 with marine, k1 with gray; rnds 9–21 Work Cuff chart. rep from * and at the same time distribute rnd 1 *K1 with marine, k1 with gray, rnd 22 *K1 with marine, k1 with gray; rep sts evenly onto 4 dpn. Place marker (pm) always bringing the new yarn over the one from *. and join for working in the rnd, being just used; rep from *. rnds 23–26 Knit with marine. careful not to twist sts. rnd 2 *K1 with marine, k1 with gray, always bringing the new yarn under the rnd 27 *K2tog, k19; rep from *—80 sts one just used; rep from *. rem.

rnd 3 *K1 with marine, k1 with gray, always bringing the new yarn over the leg one just used; rep from *. Work Rows 1–24 of Leg chart once, then work Rows 1–12 once more. Break gray.

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32 around the world in knitted socks heel

Heel flap With pine, knit to end of Needle 1. Sl sts from Needle 4 to Needle 1, keeping beg of rnd marker in place—40 sts for heel. Heel is worked back and forth on these 40 sts with pine. dec row (WS) K3, p1, *p2tog, p6; rep from * 3 more times, p1, k3—36 heel sts rem. next row Work 3 sts in garter st, work 30 sts in St st, work 3 sts in garter st.

Cont in patt for 33 more rows, ending with a WS row.

Turn Heel Work short-rows (see Glossary) to shape heel as foll: short-row 1 (RS) K19, ssk, k1, turn. short-row 2 Sl 1, p3, p2tog, p1, turn. short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn.

Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 six more times—20 heel sts rem.

traditional s titch Motifs 33 SHape GuSSeTS sts along other edge of heel flap, k10 from chart (see page 32), working last st of Needle 1—95 sts; 27 sts each on Needles Needle 3 as first st of chart. Resume working in the rnd. 1 and 4, 20 sts on Needle 2, 21 sts on Cont in patt as established to end of next rnd (gusset set-up rnd) needle 1 Needle 3. Break pine and reattach gray Gusset chart, ending with Row 7 of Leg K20 heel sts, pick up and knit 17 sts along and pine at beg of Needle 4. Rnd begins chart—79 sts rem; 19 sts each on Needles edge of heel flap; needles 2 and 3 Attach between Needles 3 and 4. 1 and 4, 20 sts on Needle 2, 21 sts on gray and work Row 13 of Leg chart to end gusset rnd 1 needles 4 and 1 Work Needle 3. of Needle 3, M1 (see Glossary) with gray, Gusset chart; needles 2 and 3 Work Leg break gray; needle 4 Pick up and knit 17

34 around the world in knitted socks Foot Gussetgusset needles 4 and 1 Work Sole chart; 1717 needles 2 and 3 Work Leg chart, working last st of Needle 3 as first st of chart. 1515 Work even in patt as established for 28 1313 (34, 40) more rnds, ending with Row 12

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9 9 toe Break gray and work toe with pine. Knit 1 7 7 rnd. 5 5 next rnd (dec rnd) needle 4 *K4, k2tog; 3 3 rep from * 2 more times, k1; needle 1 *K4, k2tog; rep from * 2 more times, k1; 1 1 needle 2 *K3, k2tog; rep from * 3 more times; needle 3 *K3, k2tog; rep from * 2 more times, [k1, k2tog] 2 times—64 sts sole Sole graygray rem; 16 sts on each needle. gray gray marine toe dec rnd needles 4 and 2 K1, ssk, marine 3 3 marine pine knit to end; needles 1 and 3 Knit to last 3 pine pine sts, k2tog, k1—4 sts dec’d. 1 1 pine k2tog with pine k2tog with pine k2tog with with pine pine Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, ssk with pine ssk with pine every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 ssk with pine ssk with with pine pine pattern repeat times, then every rnd 7 times—8 sts rem. pattern repeat pattern repeat Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. pattern repeat Thread tail through rem sts, pull tight, and fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends.

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COLORFUL Folklore Latvia

he Baltic States are well-known for elaborate and T richly detailed mitten designs in which Scandinavian and Russian influences are found. Latvian designs are predominantly black or navy with white and sometimes a bright contrast color.

Finished size 8¾" (22 cm) Needles U.S. size 1 circumference and 9 (10, (2.25 mm): set of 5 double- 10¾)" (23 [25.5, 27.5] cm) pointed (dpn). Adjust needle long from back of heel to tip of size if necessary to obtain the toe. To fit U.S. women’s shoe correct gauge. sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, 9–10½) Notions Marker (m); tapestry (European sizes 36–37 [38– needle. 39, 40–41]). Socks shown 36 sts and 40 rnds = measure 10" (25.5 cm) long. Gauge 4" (10 cm) in charted patt. Yarn Fingering (Super Fine Note The large pattern repeat #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply makes this pattern easy to (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 work on 2 circular needles yd [209 m]/50 g): #0522 instead of double-pointed charcoal, #1992 natural, and needles. #2002 cherry, 1 ball each. 37 rnd 16 *K1 with natural, k1 with charcoal, always bringing the new yarn under the one just used; rep from *.

rnd 17 *K1 with natural, k1 with cherry, always bringing the new yarn over the one just used; rep from *.

rnd 18 Knit with natural.

rnd 19 (inc rnd; work with natural) needles 1 and 3 Knit to end; needles 2 and 4 M1 (see Glossary), knit to end—78 sts; 19 sts each on Needles 1 and 3, 20 sts each on Needles 2 and 4. Rearrange sts evenly onto 3 dpn (26 sts on each needle). Leg Work Rows 1–23 of Leg chart once, then work Rows 1–12 once more.

Break all strands. HeeL

HeeL FLap Cuff rnd 9 *K1 with natural, p1 with charcoal; rep from *. Sl first 19 sts of rnd and last 20 sts of rnd With charcoal, CO 76 sts. Arrange sts onto one needle, keeping beg of rnd rnds 10 and 12 Rep Rnd 8. evenly onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), marker in place—39 sts for heel. Heel is and join for working in the rnd, being rnds 11 and 13 Rep Rnd 9. worked back and forth on these 39 sts careful not to twist sts. rnd 14 *K1 with natural, k1 with charcoal; with charcoal. With RS facing, reattach rnds 1–4 *K1, p1; rep from *. rep from *. charcoal. Work 2 transition rows as foll: rnd 5 *K1 with charcoal, k1 with cherry; row 1 (RS; dec row) K8, *k2tog, k8; rep Braid rep from *. from * once more, k2tog, k9—36 heel sts Beg braid with both strands in front of rem. rnd 6 Knit with charcoal. work (see Glossary). Alternate strands as row 2 (WS) K1, p34, k1. rnd 7 *K1 with natural, k3 with charcoal; foll: take color to be knit to back of work, next row (RS) K1, *sl 1 pwise with yarn rep from *. knit st, bring to front again. in back (wyb), k1; rep from * to last st, k1. rnd 8 *K1 with natural, [p1, k1, p1] with rnd 15 *K1 with natural, k1 with charcoal, next row K1, purl to last st, k1. charcoal; rep from *. always bringing the new yarn over the one just used; rep from *. Rep last 2 rows 16 more times.

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Work short-rows (see Glossary) to shape heel as foll: short-row 1 (RS) K19, ssk, k1, turn. short-row 2 Sl 1, p3, p2tog, p1, turn. short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn.

Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 six more times—20 heel sts rem.

colorful folklore 39 SHape GuSSetS next rnd needles 2 and 3 Work Instep toe chart; needles 4 and 1 Work Gusset gusset set-up rnd Arrange and work chart. set-up rnd (dec rnd) needle 2 *K3, sts as foll: needle 1 With charcoal, k20, k2tog; rep from *; needle 3 *K3, k2tog; Cont in patt as established to end of pick up and knit 17 sts along edge of heel rep from * 2 more times, k4; Needle 4 Gusset chart, ending with Row 23 of flap; needles 2 and 3 Work 39 sts *K3, k2tog; rep from *; Needle 1 *K3, Instep chart—78 sts rem. according to Instep chart; needle 4 With k2tog; rep from * 2 more times, k4—64 charcoal, pick up and knit 17 sts along sts rem; 16 sts on each needle. other edge of heel flap, k10 from Needle 1, foot dec rnd needles 2 and 4 K1, ssk, knit to M1—94 sts; 27 sts on Needle 1, 39 sts on needles 2 and 3 Work Instep chart; end; needles 1 and 3 Knit to last 3 sts, Needles 2 and 3, 28 sts on Needle 4. needles 4 and 1 Work Sole chart. k2tog, k1—4 sts dec’d. Break charcoal and reattach at beg of Cont in patt as established for 24 (34, 38) Needle 4. needles 4 and 1 Work Row 1 of Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, more rnds, ending with Row 2 (12, 16) of Gusset chart. Beg of rnd is at beg of every 3rd rnd 2 times, every other rnd 3 Instep chart. Change to charcoal. Knit 1 Needle 2. times, then every rnd 7 times—8 sts rem. (1, 4) rnd(s). Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle, draw through rem sts, pull tight, and fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends.

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NORDIC INSPIR ATION Sweden

wedish stranded-knitting patterns are often more S elaborate and intricately detailed than Norwegian patterns and often use red and white. The patterns may include motifs with pairs of birds combined with hearts, as here, or a ring of dancing people.

Finished size 7¾ (8¼, (2.25 mm) for 2 larger sizes: 8¼)" (19.5 [21, 21] cm) set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). circumference and 9¾ (10¼, Adjust needle size if necessary 10½)" (25 [26, 26.5] cm) long to obtain the correct gauge. from back of heel to tip of Notions Marker (m); waste toe. To fit U.S. women’s shoe yarn for provisional CO; sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, 9–10½) tapestry needle. (European sizes 36–37 [38– Gauge 36 sts and 42 rnds = 39, 40–41]). Socks shown 4" (10 cm) in charted patt for measure 10¼" (26 cm) long. smallest size; 34 sts and 40 Yarn Fingering (Super Fine rnds = 4" (10 cm) in charted #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply patt for larger 2 sizes. (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 Note This sock is knitted from yd [209 m]/50 g): #1081 ruby a provisional cast-on at the and #1992 natural, 1 ball each. toe to the cuff, then stitches Needles U.S. size 0 (2 mm) are worked from the cast-on for smallest size, or U.S. size 1 to the end of the toe. 43 ProvisionaL HeeL Back toe Work back and forth on heel sts as foll: Cast-on Removing provisional CO, place revealed With ruby and using the crochet provi- short-row 1 (RS) K24, turn. sts onto 4 dpn—70 sts; 18 sts on Needles sional method (see Glossary), CO 70 sts. short-row 2 (WS) Slyo, p12, turn. 1 and 3, 17 sts on Needles 2 and 4. Divide sts onto 4 dpn (18 sts on Needles 1 short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created With ruby, work toe as foll: and 3, 17 sts on Needles 2 and 4). Place on previous row, knit slyo as 1 st, k1, turn. dec rnd needles 1 and 3 Knit to last 3 marker (pm) and join for working in the short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 K1, ssk, rnd, being careful not to twist sts. on previous row, purl slyo as 1 st, p1, turn. knit to end—4 sts dec’d. next rnd (set-up rnd) Knit 1 rnd, then Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 ten more times. Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, knit 18 sts of Needle 1. Rnd begins at beg every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 of Needle 2. next row Slyo, knit to slyo created on times, then every rnd 8 times—10 sts previous row, knit slyo as 1 st. rem. foot Divide heel sts onto 2 needles (Needle 4 rnds 1–50 needles 2 and 3 Work Rows and Needle 1). finisHing 1–50 of Instep chart; needles 4 and 1 Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Work Rows 1–10 of Sole chart 5 times. Leg With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, Resume working in the rnd, working rem draw through rem sts and pull tight. HeeL slyo as 1 st on first rnd. With ruby, knit 4 Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends. With ruby, knit 1 (1, 5) rnd(s). Place last rnds. 35 sts of rnd onto one needle. Heel will be next rnd needles 2 and 3 Knit. Rnd worked back and forth in short-rows (see begins at beg of Needle 4. Glossary) over these 35 sts. Work Rows 1–10 of Sole chart over all sts HeeL BaSe 2 times, omitting last 5 sts of chart. short-row 1 (WS) Slyo (see Glossary), PiCot Cuff p34, turn. With ruby, knit 7 rnds. short-row 2 Slyo, knit to slyo created on previous row, turn. next rnd (turning rnd) *K2tog, yo; rep from *. short-row 3 Slyo, purl to slyo created on previous row, turn. Knit 6 rnds.

Rep Short-rows 2 and 3 ten more times, BO all sts loosely. Break ruby, leaving a then work Short-row 2 once more but do 30" (76 cm) tail. Fold BO edge to WS at not turn—12 slyo sts at each end of heel, turning rnd. With tail threaded on a 11 plain sts in center. tapestry needle, whipstitch hem down.

Knit to end of rnd, then knit 1 more rnd, working each slyo as 1 st. Knit to beg of heel sts.

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FAR EASTERN FLAIR Japan

ashiko embroidery emerged from the mending and S embellishment of navy blue fishermen’s clothing with white thread. Sashiko embroidery doesn’t often appear in combination with knitting, but it is an especially pleasing traditional Japanese way to embellish a piece of knitting.

Finished size 8½" (21.5 cm) Needles U.S. size 1 circumference and 9½ (2.25 mm): set of 5 double- (10, 10½)" (24 [25.5, pointed (dpn). Adjust needle 26.5] cm) long from back of size if necessary to obtain heel to tip of toe. To fit U.S. the correct gauge. women’s shoe sizes 5–6½ Notions Marker (m); (7–8½, 9–10½) (European tapestry needle; 1 skein white sizes 36–37 [38–39, 40–41]). embroidery floss; tissue Socks shown measure 10" or tracing paper; cardboard; (25.5 cm) long. straight pins. Yarn Fingering (Super Fine Gauge 28 sts and 40 rnds = 4" #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply (10 cm) in St st. (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 yd [209 m]/50 g): #1090 navy, 2 balls.

47 Cuff HeeL BaSe foot short-row 1 (RS) Knit to last 9 heel sts, CO 60 sts. Divide sts evenly onto 4 dpn, Work even in St st until foot measures 7¼ turn. place marker (pm), and join for working in (7¾, 8¼)" (18.5 [19.5, 21] cm) from back the rnd, being careful not to twist sts. short-row 2 Slyo, p11, turn. of heel.

Work 15 rnds in cuff patt as foll: *K1 short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created through back loop (tbl), p1; rep from *. on previous row, knit slyo as 1 st, k1, turn. toe

short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created dec rnd needles 1 and 3 Knit to last Leg on previous row, purl slyo as 1 st, p1, turn. 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d. Change to St st and work until piece Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 eight more times. measures 7" (18 cm) from CO. Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, next row Slyo, k14 (to end of rnd)—first every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd and last sts of heel are slyos. Divide heel HeeL 3 times, then every rnd 6 times—8 sts sts evenly onto 2 needles. Resume rem. Knit sts of Needle 1 onto Needle 4, working in the rnd, working rem 2 slyo as keeping beg of rnd marker in place—30 1 st on first rnd. sts on one needle. Heel will be worked back and forth using short-rows (see Glossary) over these 30 sts; rem sts will be worked later for instep.

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short-row 1 (set-up row) K15, turn.

short-row 2 Slyo (see Glossary), p29, turn.

short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created on previous row, turn.

short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created on previous row, turn.

Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 eight more times, then work Short-row 3 once more, but do not turn—10 slyo sts at each end of heel, 10 plain sts in center.

Work to end of rnd in St st, working each slyo as 1 st. Work 1 more rnd even.

48 around the world in knitted socks finisHing Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, draw through rem sts and pull tight. Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends.

SaSHiko emBroidery

Cut two pieces of cardboard 4" x 12" (10 x 30.5 cm). At one of the narrow ends, cut a rounded toe shape and insert in the toe of the sock; this will prevent stitching through both layers.

Trace the Sashiko drawing onto two pieces of tissue or tracing paper (one for each sock). Attach one paper pattern to each sock with straight pins. Separate embroidery floss into 6 strands, then work with 3 strands held tog. With about a yd (meter) of embroidery floss threaded on a tapestry needle, embroider over the pattern on the tissue (see Glossary). Follow the lines as closely as possible with the tip of the needle. Join more embroidery floss as needed. When motif is complete, remove the paper. Weave in loose ends.

far eastern flair 49 50 around the world in knitted socks LISTEN to your WANDERLUST armenia

rmenians live between the eastern part of Anatolia A and the southern Caucasus. They were subjected to persecution and conquest during the last century, but they also maintained regular contact with European countries. Their designs reflect many cultural influences, including Christian symbolism.

Finished size 9½" (24 cm) Needles U.S. size 1 (2.25 foot circumference and 9½ mm): set of 5 double-pointed (11¼, 11¾)" (24 [28.5, 30] cm) (dpn). Adjust needle size if long from back of heel to necessary to obtain the correct tip of toe. To fit U.S. women’s gauge. shoe sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, Notions Marker (m); tapestry 9–10½) (European sizes needle. 36–37 [38–39, 40–41]). 36 sts and 40 rnds = Socks shown measure 11¼" Gauge 4" (10 cm) in charted patt. (28.5 cm) long.

Yarn Fingering (Super Fine #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 yd [209 m]/50 g): #1992 natural, #0522 charcoal, and #1230 sienna, 1 ball each.

51 Cuff Leg HeeL With natural, CO 76 sts. Divide sts evenly Arrange sts evenly onto 3 dpn (28 sts on Place first 20 sts of rnd and last 21 sts of onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), and join each needle). Beg and ending as rnd onto one needle—41 sts. Heel will be for working in the rnd, being careful not indicated for leg, work Rows 1–28 of Leg worked back and forth in rows on these to twist sts. chart once, then work Rows 1–14 once 41 sts with natural; rem sts will be worked

Work 20 rnds in rib as foll: *K1 through more. Break yarns. later for instep. With RS facing, attach back loop (tbl), p1; rep from *. natural at beg of heel sts.

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HeeL FLap SHape GuSSetS rnd 3 needle 4 K2 with charcoal, work next row of Sole chart; needle 1 Work row 1 (RS) Sl 1 pwise wyb, *sl 1 pwise Pick up sts along selvedges of heel flap Sole chart to last 2 sts, k2 with charcoal; wyb, k1; rep from * to last st, k1. and rejoin for working in the rnd as foll: needles 2 and 3 Work next row of Leg row 2 Sl 1 pwise wyf, purl to end. rnd 1 With natural, k20 heel sts, pick up chart. and knit 17 sts along edge of heel flap Rep Rows 1 and 2 sixteen more times. Rep Rnd 3 two more times. (Needle 1); needles 2 and 3 Attach turn HeeL charcoal and, beg and ending as next rnd (dec rnd) needle 4 K1, ssk indicated for instep, work Row 15 of Leg with charcoal, work in patt to end; needle Work short-rows (see Glossary) as foll: chart, break charcoal; with another 1 Work in patt to last 3 sts, k2tog with short-row 1 (RS) K19, ssk, k1, turn. needle (Needle 4), pick up and knit 17 sts charcoal, k1; needles 2 and 3 Work in short-row 2 Sl 1, p3, p2tog, p1, turn. along other edge of heel flap, k10 heel sts patt—2 sts dec’d. from Needle 1, M1 (see Glossary)—98 sts short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap Rep last 4 rnds 2 more times—92 sts total; 27 sts on Needle 1, 22 sts on Needle created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. rem; 24 sts on Needle 1, 22 sts on Needle 2, 21 sts on Needle 3, and 28 sts on 2, 21 sts on Needle 3, and 25 sts on short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap Needle 4. Needle 4. created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn. rnd 2 (sole set-up rnd) needle 1 Work Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 six more Row 2 of Sole chart to last 2 sts, k2 with times—20 heel sts rem. charcoal; needles 2 and 3 Work Row 16 of Leg chart. Rnd begins at beg of Needle 4.

listen to Your w anderlust 53 foot next rnd needles 4 and 1 Work Row 1 of Sole Motif chart; needles 2 and 3 Work Row 1 of Leg chart.

Work in patt through Row 39 of Sole Motif chart—86 sts rem; 21 sts on Needles 1 and 3, 22 sts on Needles 2 and 4.

Work 0 (17, 23) rows in patt as foll: needles 4 and 1 Work Rows 38 and 39 of Sole Motif chart 0 (8, 11) times, then work Row 38 zero (one, one) more time; needles 2 and 3 Work Rows 12–28 of Leg chart 0 (1, 1) time, then work Rows 1–6 of chart 0 (0, 1) time. Cut charcoal. toe rnd 1 With natural, knit.

rnd 2 (dec rnd) *K2tog, k2; rep from * to last 2 sts, k2tog—64 sts rem; 16 sts on each needle.

next rnd: (dec rnd) needles 2 and 4 K1, ssk, knit to end; needles 1 and 3 Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1—4 sts dec’d.

Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 times, then every rnd 7 times—8 sts rem. finisHing Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Thread tail on a tapestry needle, draw through rem 8 sts, and pull tight. Fasten off on WS. With sienna, work duplicate st as shown on charts. Weave in loose ends.

54 around the world in knitted socks Sole Motifsole motif

3 natural 1 natural charcoal charcoal k2tog with charcoal natural k2togssk with with cha charcoalrcoal naturalnatural sskssk with with charcoal charcoal ssk with charcoal charcoal knit with natural, then duplicate st with sienna charcoalcharcoal knit with natural, then knit with natural, then duplicate st with sienna k2tog with charcoal duplicatepattern st withrepeat sienna k2togk2tog with with charcoal charcoal ssk with charcoal pattern repeat ssk with charcoal pattern repeat knit with natural, then duplicate st with sienna knit with natural, then duplicate st with sienna pattern repeat pattern repeat

llistenisten to YYourour wwanderlustanderlust 55 56 around the world in knitted socks franconian BEADWORK Germany

uring its prime, bead knitting was viewed in central D Europe as a specialized art knitting. It spread to Nurnberg, Bohemia, Venice, and mountain areas where the glass bead industry was established. Pouches, purses, cu⁄s, and socks were made with rich bead patterns and sold as desirable rarities.

Finished size 7½" (19 cm) Needles U.S. size 1 (2.25 mm): circumference and 8¼ set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). (8¾, 9¼)" (21 [22, 23.5] cm) Adjust needle size if necessary long from back of heel to tip to obtain the correct gauge. of toe. To fit U.S. women’s Notions Marker (m); tapestry shoe sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, needle; 570 size 10° blue seed 9–10½) (European sizes beads (about 16 g); sewing 36–37 [38–39, 40–41]). needle and thread. Socks shown measure 32 sts and 44 rnds = 8¾" (22 cm) long. Gauge 4" (10 cm) in St st. Yarn Fingering (Super Fine #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 yd [209 m]/50 g): #0152 light blue, 2 balls. 57 Cuff HeeL foot Use sewing needle and thread to string Knit 15 sts of Needle 1 onto Needle 4, Work even in St st until foot measures 6¼ 285 seed beads onto yarn (see Glossary). keeping beg of rnd marker in place—30 (6¾, 7¼)" (16 [17, 18.5] cm) from back of

CO 80 sts. Knit 2 rows. Arrange sts evenly sts on one needle. Heel will be worked heel. onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), and join back and forth using short-rows (see for working in the rnd, being careful not Glossary) over these 30 sts; rem sts will toe be worked later for instep. to twist sts. dec rnd needles 1 and 3 Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 K1, ssk, Work Rows 1–7 of Edging chart—60 sts HeeL Back rem. knit to end—4 sts dec’d. short-row 1 (WS) Slyo (see Glossary), Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, Knit 3 rnds. p29, turn. every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 PeaCoCk short-row 2 Slyo, knit to slyo created times, then every rnd 6 times—8 sts rem. on previous row, turn. riGHt Sock onLy short-row 3 Slyo, purl to slyo created finisHing on previous row, turn. rnds 1–26 needles 1 and 2 Work Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Peacock chart, reading from right to left Rep Short-rows 2 and 3 eight more times, With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, (see Glossary for bead knitting); needles then work Short-row 2 once more but do draw through rem sts and pull tight. 3 and 4 Knit. not turn—10 slyo sts at each end of heel, Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends. 10 plain sts in center. LeFt Sock onLy Knit to end of rnd, working each slyo as 1 rnds 1–26 needles 1 and 2 Knit; st. Knit 1 more rnd even. needles 3 and 4 Work Peacock chart, reading from left to right. HeeL BaSe short-row 1 (RS) Knit to last 9 sts of BotH SockS heel, turn. Knit 14 rnds. short-row 2 Slyo, p11, turn.

short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created on previous row, knit slyo as 1 st, k1, turn.

short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created on previous row, purl slyo as 1 st, p1, turn.

Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 eight more times.

next row Slyo, k14 (to end of rnd). Resume working in the rnd.

58 around the world in knitted socks edgingEdging Pepeacockacock

77 2525 55 5 2323 33 5 2121 1 1 1919

1717 knit knitknit 1515 knit knit yo yoyo 1313 yo yosl 2 as if to k2tog, k1, p2sso sl 2 as if to k2tog, k1, p2sso slsl 2 as2 asif to if k2tog, to k2tog, k1, p2sso k1, p2sso 1111 sl 2 as if to k2tog, k1, p2sso 5 sl 3 as if to k3tog, k2tog, p3sso 5 sl 3 as if to k3tog, k2tog, p3sso 5 sl 3 as if to k3tog, k2tog, p3sso 5 slsl 3 as3 asif to if k3tog, to k3tog, k2tog, p3sso k2tog, p3sso 9 9 55 slno 3 stitch as if to k3tog, k2tog, p3sso no stitch no stitch nonoplace stitch stitch bead (see Glossary) 7 7 place bead (see Glossary) place bead (see Glossary) placeplacepattern bead bead (see repeat Glossary)(see Glossary) 5 5 pattern repeat pattern repeat pattern repeat pattern repeat 3 3

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franconian Beadwork 59 60 around the world in knitted socks BRUSSELS LACE BeLGium

uring the time Brussels lace was produced in the D Flemish region of Belgium, the influence of the French-speaking Wallonie region caused the wide spread of lace knitting. The delicate colors and transparent appearance make it extremely well-suited for romantic, feminine socks.

Finished size 7½ (7¾, 7¾)" set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). (19 [19.5, 19.5] cm) foot Adjust needle size if necessary circumference and 9¾ to obtain the correct gauge.

(10¼, 10¾)" (25 [26, Notions Marker (m); tapestry 27.5] cm) long from back of needle; 66 clear silver-lined heel to tip of toe. To fit U.S. size 9° seed beads; sewing women’s shoe sizes 5–6½ thread and needle. (7–8½, 9–10½) (European Gauge 40 sts and 42 rnds = sizes 36–37 [38–39, 4" (10 cm) in lace patt for 40–41]). Socks shown smallest size; 39 sts and measure 10¼" (26 cm) long. 40 rnds = 4" (10 cm) in lace Yarn Fingering (Super Fine patt for 2 larger sizes. #1). Shown here: Regia Silk 32 sts and 42 rnds = 4" (10 cm) 4-ply (55% wool, 25% nylon, in St st for smallest size; 20% silk; 219 yd 30 sts and 40 rnds = 4" (10 cm) [200 m]/50 g): #0002 in St st for 2 larger sizes. natural heather, 2 balls. (See Notes.) Note For U.S. women’s shoe sizes 5–6½ (European sizes Needles U.S. size 0 (2 mm) 36–37), choose 4-ply wool for smallest size, or U.S. size 1 sock yarn that does not (2.25 mm) for 2 larger sizes: contain any silk or cotton. 61 Cuff next rnd (bead rnd) Knit, adding beads Leg (see Glossary) as foll: *Slide 1 bead up With sewing needle and thread, string 33 next to needle, k1 and pull bead through Rearrange sts evenly onto 3 dpn. Work beads onto one ball of yarn (see Glos- the old st (along with the new st), k1 Rows 1–28 of Lace chart 2 times. sary) and push them up away from the without bead; rep from *. end. Using the provisional method (see HeeL Set-up next rnd *K1 through back loop (tbl), Glossary), CO 66 sts. Divide sts onto 4 Divide sts onto 4 needles and set up for k1; rep from *. dpn as foll: 16 sts on Needles 1 and 3, 17 heel as foll: sts on Needles 2 and 4. Place marker Knit 2 rnds. next rnd needle 1 K21; needle 2 P1, (pm) and join for working in the rnd, Fold fabric at purl rnd. Removing work 16 sts according to chart Row 1; being careful not to twist sts. provisional CO as you go, *pick up first st needle 3 Cont in patt, work 17 sts Knit 7 rnds. Purl 1 rnd for turning ridge. of CO edge and place it onto left needle, according to chart Row 1; needle 4 K11, Knit 3 rnds. k2tog (picked-up st with next st on then k5 from Needle 1 onto Needle 4 and needle); rep from * around—66 sts. pm for new beg of rnd—16 sts on each of Needles 1 and 4, 17 sts on each of Needles 2 and 3.

Work 7 more rnds in patt as established.

HeeL Knit sts of Needle 1 onto Needle 4, keeping beg of rnd marker in place—32 sts total. Heel will be worked back and forth using short-rows (see Glossary) on these 32 sts; rem sts will be worked later for instep.

HeeL Back

short-row 1 (WS) Slyo (see Glossary), p31, turn.

short-row 2 Slyo, knit to slyo created on previous row, turn.

short-row 3 Slyo, purl to slyo created on previous row, turn.

Rep Short-rows 2 and 3 nine more times, then work Short-row 2 once more but do not turn—11 slyo sts at each end of heel, 10 plain sts in center.

62 around the world in knitted socks lace foot Lace Resume working in the rnd over all sts as 2727 foll, working rem 2 slyo as 1 st on first rnd: needles 1 and 4 (sole) Knit; needles 2 2525

and 3 (instep) P1, work Lace chart. 2323 Work in patt as established until sock 2121 measures 7¼ (7¾, 8¼)" (18.5 [19.5,

21] cm) from back of heel, ending with an 1919 even-numbered row of chart. 1717

toe 1515

next rnd (set-up rnd) needles 1 and 4 1313 Knit; needle 2 K1, ssk, knit to end; needle 3 Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1—64 sts rem. 1111

next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit 99 to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 7 K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d. 7

Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, 55 next rnd Knit to end of heel sts, being every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 careful to work slyo as 1 st; needles 2 33 times, then every rnd 7 times—8 sts rem. and 3 P1, work Row 9 of Lace chart; heel 1 1 sts Knit to end of rnd, being careful to work slyo as one st. Work 1 more rnd even finisHing in patt. Cut yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, HeeL BaSe knitknit draw through rem sts and pull tight. knit knit Work back and forth using short-rows on Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends. purl purlpurl heel sts as foll: purl yo yoyo short-row 1 (RS) Knit to last 10 sts of yo k2tog k2tog heel, turn. k2togk2tog ssk short-row 2 Slyo, p11, turn. ssk sskssk pattern repeat short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created pattern repeat pattern repeat on previous row, knit slyo as 1 st, k1, turn. pattern repeat short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created on previous row, purl slyo as 1 st, p1, turn.

Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 nine more times. next row Slyo, k15 (to end of rnd)—first and last sts of heel are slyos.

Brussels l ace 63 64 around the world in knitted socks HUB of FAS HION itaLy

talian design is characterized by floral motifs and I bright textured patterns, often worked in lively colors. The colorful knitwear of Missoni has made it one of the most beloved fashion houses in the world of fashion.

Finished size 8½" (21.5 cm) (dpn). Adjust needle size foot circumference and 10" if necessary to obtain the (25.5 cm) long from back of correct gauge. heel to tip of toe. To fit U.S. Notions Crochet hook women’s shoe sizes 7–9 (for provisional CO); waste (European sizes 38–40). cotton yarn in a contrasting Yarn Fingering (Super Fine color (for CO and edge sts); #1). Shown here: Regia Design Scotch tape; markers (m); Line Kaffe Fassett (75% wool, tapestry needle.

25% nylon; 229 yd [209 Gauge 30 sts and 40 rnds = m]/50 g): #4350 landscape 4" (10 cm) in St st. jungle, 2 balls. Note This sock is worked from Needles U.S. size 1 side to side. Work all edge (2.25 mm): Two 16" (40 cm) sts as described for a smooth or longer circular (cir) needles transition to toe and cuff. and set of 5 double-pointed

65 GuSSet 1 HeeL stitch guide Work short-rows (see Glossary) as foll: Note: Work each slyo as 1 st when you come to it. edge Stitches short-row 1 (RS) Work 49 sts accord- Cut 2 lengths of waste yarn, ing to Zigzag chart (end with yo, k1), place heel row 1 (RS) Work in patt to m, k3, each about 16" (40.5 cm) long. marker (pm), k25, turn. M1, k1, pm, k2, M1, k3, pm, knit to last st, work edge st (see Stitch Guide)—102 sts. Wrap one end of each strand short-row 2 Slyo (see Glossary), purl firmly with Scotch tape. At the to m, work in patt to end. heel row 2 and all ws rows Purl to end of each row, *work to last last m, work in patt to end. short-row 3 Work in patt to m, st in patt, M1 (see Glossary), k20, turn. heel row 3 (RS) Work in patt to m, k4, work 1 st in St st and sl this st M1, k3, M1, k4, turn; slyo, purl to 2nd m, onto taped end of waste yarn. short-row 4 Slyo, purl to m, turn; slyo, knit to last st, work edge work in patt to end. st—104 sts. short-row 5 Work in patt to m, heel row 5 (RS) Work in patt to m, knit insteP k15, turn. to 1 st before next m, M1, k3, M1, knit to short-row 6 Slyo, purl to m, Using the provisional method last st, work edge st—2 sts inc’d. (see Glossary), CO 111 sts on 1 work in patt to end. heel row 7 (RS) Work in patt to m, knit cir needle. Do not join. Purl 1 row. short-row 7 Work in patt to m, to 1 st before next m, M1, k3, M1, knit to k10, turn. Work Rows 1 and 2 of Zigzag chart m, turn; slyo, purl to 2nd m, turn; slyo, 20 times—20 edge sts created for short-row 8 Slyo, purl to m, knit to last st, work edge st—2 sts inc’d. each length of waste yarn. work in patt to end. heel row 8 (WS) Purl to last m, work in soLe short-row 9 Work in patt to m, patt to end. k5, turn. heel rows 9–16 Rep Heel Rows 5–8 next row (RS; dec row) Work 54 sts short-row 10 Slyo, purl to m, two more times—116 sts. according to Zigzag chart (end with work in patt to end. k3tog), then work Zigzag Dec chart heel row 17 (RS) Work in patt to m, knit to end—100 sts rem. to last st, work edge st.

Work 1 row even in patt. heel row 18 (WS) Purl to last m, work in patt to end.

heel rows 19–24 Rep Heel Rows 17 and 18 threek on more RS; ptimes. on WS k on RS; p on WS p1tbl on WS zigzagZigzag p1tbl on WS yo E yo E 1 1 kk on on RS; RS; p on p WS on WS k2tog k on RS; p on WS k2tog p1tbl on WS k3tog p1tblp1tbl on WSon WS k3togk3tog zigzag decrease Zigzag Decrease yo E edge st (see Stitch Guide) yoyo E edgeedge st st(see (see Stitch Stitch Guide) Guide) k2tog pattern repeat k2tog pattern repeat E 1 1 k2togk2tog pattern repeat k3tog k3tog

E edge st (see Stitch Guide) E edge st (see Stitch Guide) pattern repeat 66 around the world in knitted socks pattern repeat heel row 25 (RS) Work in patt to m, knit to 2 sts before next m, k2tog, k1, ssk, knit to m, turn; slyo, purl to 2nd m, turn; knit to last st, work edge st—114 sts rem. heel row 27 (RS) Work in patt to m, knit to 2 sts before next m, k2tog, k1, ssk, knit to last st, work edge st—112 sts rem. heel row 29 (RS) Work in patt to m, knit to 2 sts before next m, k2tog, k1, ssk, knit to m, turn; slyo, purl to 2nd m, turn; slyo, knit to last st, work edge st—2 sts dec’d. heel row 31 (RS) Work in patt to m, knit to 2 sts before next m, k2tog, k1, ssk, knit to last st, work edge st—2 sts dec’d. heel row 32 (WS) Purl to last m, work in patt to end.

Rep Heel Rows 29–32 two more times—100 sts rem.

GuSSet 2 short-row 1 (RS) Work in patt to m (remove all markers foll this one as you come to them), k5, turn. short-row 2 (WS) Slyo, purl to m, work in patt to end. short-row 3 (RS) Work in patt to m, k10, turn. short-row 4 (WS) Slyo, purl to m, work in patt to end. short-row 5 (RS) Work in patt to m, k15, turn. short-row 6 (WS) Slyo, purl to m, work in patt to end. short-row 7 (RS) Work in patt to m, k20, turn.

huB of fashion 67 short-row 8 (WS) Slyo, purl to m, work in patt to end.

short-row 9 (RS) Work in patt to m, k25, turn.

short-row 10 (WS) Slyo, purl to m, work in patt to end.

next row (RS) Work Zigzag chart to m, work Zigzag Inc chart to end—111 sts.

Work 1 row even in patt.

Cut yarn, leaving a 32" (81.5 cm) tail.

Remove provisional CO and place revealed sts onto second cir needle. Holding needles parallel, thread tail on a tapestry needle and use Kitchener st (see Glossary) to graft sts tog. Cuff Transfer 52 edge sts for cuff from waste yarn onto 4 dpn, dividing sts evenly.

next rnd *K6, M1, k7, M1; rep from *, working each knit st of rnd as foll: sl 1 pwise, lift loop around base of sl st and place onto left needle, return sl st to left needle, k2tog (lifted loop and sl st)— 60 sts.

Work 15 rnds in k2, p2 rib. BO all sts loosely in patt.

68 around the world in knitted socks toe Transfer 42 edge sts for toe from waste yarn onto 4 dpn as foll: 11 sts on Needles 1 and 3; 10 sts on Needles 2 and 4.

next rnd *K1, M1, [k2, M1] 10 times; rep from *, working each knit st of rnd as foll: pick up st wrapped around base of next st and place onto left needle, k2tog (picked-up st and next st)—64 sts.

Knit 1 rnd, dividing sts evenly on dpn.

next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d.

Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 times, then every rnd 7 times—8 sts rem. finisHing Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, draw through rem sts and pull tight. Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends.

k on RS; p on WS k on RS; p on WS p1tbl on WS p1tbl on WS yo yo kk on on RS; RS; p on p WS on WS k2tog k on RS; p on WS k2tog p1tbl on WS k3tog p1tblp1tbl on WSon WS k3togk3tog zigzagZigzag Incr increaseease yo E edge st (see Stitch Guide) yoyo E edgeedge st st(see (see Stitch Stitch Guide) Guide) k2tog pattern repeat k2tog pattern repeat E 1 1 k2tog pattern repeat k3tog k3tog

E edge st (see Stitch Guide) E edge st (see Stitch Guide) pattern repeat pattern repeat

huB of fashion 69 TRADITIONAL COSTUME auStria

70 around the world in knitted socks TRADITIONAL COSTUME auStria

lthough Alpine regions require a warm, A durable knitting, Vienna and the surrounding area became well-known for lace knitting. Motifs from everyday life such as flowers, trees, and animals are often knitted in cream, red, and dark green.

Finished size 8" (20.5 cm) Needles U.S. size 1 (2.25 mm): circumference and 9¼" set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). (23.5 cm) long from back of Adjust needle size if necessary heel to tip of toe. To fit U.S. to obtain the correct gauge. women’s shoe sizes 7–9 Notions U.S. size D/3 (European sizes 38–40). (3.25 mm) crochet hook; Yarn Fingering (Super Fine marker (m); waste yarn for #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply provisional CO; tapestry (75% wool, 25% nylon; needle. 229 yd [209 m]/50 g): #1992 Gauge 30 sts and 40 rnds = natural, #2002 cherry, and 4" (10 cm) in lace patt. #0327 pine, 1 ball each. Notes This sock begins above the toe and is worked toward the cuff.

71 foot Lace chart across Needles 2 and 3, then Cuff knit to end of rnd, being careful to work With natural and using the provisional each slyo as 1 st. Work 1 more rnd even, Work in k1 through back loop (tbl), method (see Glossary), CO 60 sts. Divide working Row 2 of Lace chart. p1 rib for 1½" (3.8 cm). sts evenly onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), and join for working in the rnd, being HeeL Back crocHet picot Bo careful not to twist sts. Knit 1 rnd. Work back and forth on 30 sts of Sl first st onto crochet hook. Work 1 sc next rnd needle 1 Knit (sole); needles heel as foll: into next st, *ch 3, sl st into first ch of 2 and 3 Work Lace chart (instep); needle ch-3, sc into next 3 sts; rep from * to last short-row 1 (RS) Knit to last 9 heel sts, 4 Knit (sole). st, ch 3, sl st into first ch of ch-3, sc into turn. last st, join with sl st to beg sc. Fasten off. Cont in patt, work Rows 1–20 of Lace short-row 2 Slyo, p11, turn. chart 2 times. short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created toe HeeL on previous row, knit slyo as 1 st, k1, turn. Remove provisional CO and divide short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created revealed sts evenly onto 4 dpn—60 sts. Heel is worked back and forth using on previous row, purl slyo as 1 st, p1, turn. Attach natural. short-rows (see Glossary) over 30 sts of Needles 1 and 4; rem 30 sts will be Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 eight more times. next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 worked later for instep. next row Slyo, k14 (to end of rnd)— K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d. first and last sts of heel are slyos. HeeL BaSe Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, needle 1 Knit to end; turn. Sl sts from Leg every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 Needle 4 onto Needle 1, keeping beg of times, then every rnd 6 times—8 sts rem. Resume working in the rnd, working rem rnd marker in place. 2 slyo as 1 st on first rnd. short-row 1 (WS) Slyo (see Glossary), finisHing next rnd needle 1 Knit; needles 2 p29, turn. Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. and 3 Work Row 3 of Lace chart; With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, short-row 2 Slyo, knit to slyo created needle 4 Knit. Cont in patt for 7 more draw through rem sts and pull tight. on previous row, turn. rnds. Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends. short-row 3 Slyo, purl to slyo created Work Rows 11–20 of Lace chart over on previous row, turn. all sts.

Rep Short-rows 2 and 3 eight more times, Work Rows 1–10 of Tulip 1 chart. then work Short-row 2 once more but do Work Rows 1–10 of Lace chart. not turn—10 slyo sts at each end of heel, 10 plain sts in center. Work Rows 1–10 of Tulip 2 chart. Knit 1 rnd. Knit to end of heel sts, being careful to work each slyo as one st, work Row 1 of

72 around the world in knitted socks natural lace tulip 1 tulip 2 naturalnatural Lace Tulip 1 Tulip 2 natural natural cherrynatural cherrycherry cherry 1919 99 99 cherrypine pinecherry pinepine pine 1717 7 7 7 7 yopine yo yoyo yok2tog 1515 55 5 5 k2togyo k2tog k2togk2tog k2togssk 13 3 3 3 sskk2tog 13 3 ssk ssksskpattern repeat patternssk repeat 1111 1 1 1 1 pattern repeat pattern repeat patternpatternknit intorepeat re stpeat 2 ro ws below with natural knit into st 2 rows below with natural 99 knit into st 2 rows below with natural knit into st 2 rows belowlow withwith naturalnatural knit into st 2 rows 77 below with natural 55

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traditional c ostume 73 74 around the world in knitted socks CLASSIC KILIM turkey

raditional Turkish patterns use a rich blaze of color, T and complex geometric shapes make such designs small works of art. Turkish socks are knitted toe-up with the final strand left to hang outside the sock and embellished with tassels and beads.

Finished size 8¾" (22 cm) yarn for heel; tapestry needle. circumference and 9¾" Gauge 36 sts and 40 rnds = (25 cm) long from back of 4" (10 cm) in charted patt. heel to tip of toe. To fit U.S. Note For braid, it is helpful women’s shoe sizes 7–9 to place the 2 balls of yarn (European sizes 38–40). about 1 yard (1 meter) away Yarn Fingering (Super Fine from you and continually #1). Shown here: Regia Design slide the twist away from your Line Kaffe Fassett (75% wool, work. In the rnds to come, 25% nylon; 229 yd [209 m] the strands will untangle /50 g): #4259 landscape fire, themselves. 2 balls. Regia 4-ply (75% wool, Begin second sock at the 25% nylon; 229 yd [209 m] same point in ball of /50 g): #1992 natural, 1 ball. multicolored yarn as first sock Needles U.S. size 1 (2.25 to match colors. mm): set of 5 double-pointed To keep from interrupting (dpn). Adjust needle size if the complicated patterns of necessary to obtain the the heel, the heel is knitted correct gauge. later and lavishly decorated. Notions Marker (m); waste 75 Cuff With fire, CO 78 sts. Divide sts onto 4 dpn (20 sts on Needles 1 and 3, 19 sts on leg Leg Needles 2 and 4), place marker (pm), and join for working in the rnd, being careful 35

not to twist sts. M M 33

31 rnd 1 *K1 with fire, k1 with natural; rep 2929 from *. 2727

Braid 2525

2323 Beg braid with both strands in front of 21 work. Alternate strands as foll: take color 19 to be knit to back of work, knit st, bring to 19 17 17 front again. 15 rnd 1 *K1 with fire, k1 with natural, 13 always bringing the new yarn under the 1111 one just used; rep from *. 9

rnd 2 *K1 with fire, k1 with natural, 7

always bringing the new yarn over the one 5 just used; rep from *. 3

Leg 1 Work Rows 1–18 of Leg chart, then work Rows 19–26 three times, then

work Rows 27–36. Cut both strands. naturalnatural natural natural landscape fire landscape fire landscapenaturallandscape fire fire PLaCe H eeL landscape fire k2tog with landscape fire k2tog with landscape fire Sl 39 sts from Needles 4 and 1 onto waste k2toglandscapek2tog with with landscape fi landscapere fire fire k2tog with landscape fire ssk with landscape fire yarn; sts will be worked later for heel. ssk with landscape fire k2togssk with with landscape landscape fire fi re sskssk with with landscape landscape fire fire With natural and using the provisional M M1 with landscape fire M M1 with landscape fire M M1 with landscape fire M sskM1 with landscape fire method (see Glossary), CO 39 sts and M M1 with landscape fire M1knit with withlandscape landscape fire fire, then duplicate st knit with landscape fire, then duplicate st divide onto Needles 1 and 4. Rnd beg M M1knit with with landscape landscape fi firere , then duplicate st knit with landscape fire, then duplicate st knitpattern with landscape repeat fire, between Needles 3 and 4. pattern repeat knitpattern with re landscapepeat fire, then duplicate st thenpattern duplicate re stpeat pattern repeat foot pattern repeat Work Rows 1–27 of Foot chart.

76 around the world in knitted socks foot Foot

classic k ilim 77 toe Work Rows 1–41 of Toe chart, twisting the 2 strands between Needles 3 and 4, and between Needles 1 and 2, so that the toe won’t end up too narrow—6 sts rem.

Break yarns, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. With tail of fire threaded on a tapestry needle, draw through rem sts and pull tight. Fasten off both yarns on WS.

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78 around the world in knitted socks HeeL finisHing Remove provisional CO and divide 39 emBroidery revealed sts onto 2 dpn (Needles 2 and Cut a 32" (81.5 cm) length of fire in color 3). Replace 39 held sts onto 2 dpn to contrast with central motif on instep. (Needles 4 and 1); rnd beg between With yarn threaded on a tapestry needle, Needles 3 and 4. Attach fire and natural use duplicate st to embroider as shown at beg of Needle 4. on Foot chart. next rnd (inc rnd) needles 4 and 2 M1 with fire, work Row 1 of Heel chart; taSSeLS

needles 1 and 3 Cont Row 1 of Heel chart Cut twelve 6" (15 cm) long lengths of fire. to end, M1 with fire—82 sts. Make 2 braids of 6 strands each and knot Work Rows 2–28 of Heel chart—10 sts both ends. Make two 2" (5 cm) tassels of rem. Break yarns, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) 30 strands each and attach one to each tail. With tail of fire threaded on a tapestry braid. Sew finished cord to side of CO needle, draw through rem sts and pull edge. tight. Fasten off both yarns on WS.

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In the HIGHLANDS Scotland

rgyle patterns can be traced back to the tartan A patterns of the Campbell clan. Argyle is traditionally knitted in intarsia, so socks had to be seamed up when finished, but using short-rows avoids having to sew them later.

Finished size 8¼ (8½, 8½)" Needles U.S. size 2 (21 [21.5, 21.5] cm) (2.75 mm): set of 5 double- circumference and 9¾ pointed (dpn). Adjust needle (10¼, 10½)" (25 [26, 26.5] size if necessary to obtain cm) long from back of heel the correct gauge. to tip of toe. To fit U.S. Notions Marker (m); tapestry women’s shoe sizes 5–6½ needle. (7–8½, 9–10½) (European 33 sts and 42 rnds = 4" sizes 36–37 [38–39, Gauge (10 cm) in St st for smallest 40–41]). Socks shown size; 32 sts and 40 rnds = 4" measure 10¼" (26 cm) long. (10 cm) in St st for 2 larger sizes. Yarn Fingering (Super Fine #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 yd [209 m]/50 g): #0522 charcoal and #2082 leaf, 1 ball each, and #1992 natural, about 2 yd (2 m). 81 stitch guide Cuff HeeL With charcoal, CO 68 sts. Arrange sts Note: Work slyo as 1 st when you upper half of diamond evenly onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), come to it. (worked over sts of 2 needles in and join for working in the rnd, being color as indicated) Place 17 sts from Needle 3 and 17 sts careful not to twist sts. from Needle 4 onto one needle—34 sts short-row 1 (RS) K34, turn. Work in k1 through back loop (tbl), p1 rib total. Heel will be worked back and forth short-row 2 Slyo (see for 14 rnds. with charcoal over these 34 sts; rem 34 Glossary), purl to end, turn. sts will be worked later for instep. short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo Leg next row (RS) Sl 1 pwise, *k1, sl 1 pwise created on previous row, turn. with yarn in back (wyb); rep from * to last diamond 1 short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo st, k1. created on previous row, turn. needles 1 and 2 With leaf, work an upper next row Sl 1 pwise, purl to end. half of diamond (see Stitch Guide). Cut Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 fifteen yarn. Rep last 2 rows 16 more times. more times. needles 3 and 4 With leaf, work an upper next row Slyo—34 slyo sts. turn heel half of diamond. lower half of diamond Work short-rows as foll: needles 1–4 Knit 1 rnd over all sts, being (worked over sts of 2 needles short-row 1 (RS) K19, ssk, k1, turn. careful to work each slyo as 1 st. Cut yarn. in color as indicated) short-row 2 Sl 1, p5, p2tog, p1, turn. needles 4 and 1 With charcoal, work a Note: Beg Short-row 1 at lower half of diamond (see Stitch Guide), short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap center of sts for this diamond then an upper half of diamond. Cut yarn. created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. (e.g., if diamond is worked over Needles 4 and 1, beg Short-row needles 2 and 3 With charcoal, work a short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap 1 at beg of Needle 1). lower half of diamond, then an upper half created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn. of diamond. short-row 1 (RS) K1, turn. Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 five more needles 1–4 Knit 1 rnd over all sts, being times—20 heel sts rem. Cut yarn. short-row 2 Slyo, p1, turn. careful to work each slyo as 1 st. Cut yarn. short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo Shape guSSet created on previous row, knit diamond 2 next row With charcoal, RS facing, and slyo as 1 st, k1, turn. needles 1 and 2 With leaf, work a lower one needle (Needle 3), pick up and knit 17 short-row 4 Slyo, purl to half of diamond, then an upper half of sts along right edge of heel flap, k10 heel slyo created on previous row, diamond. Knit to end of Needle 2, turn, sts; with another needle (Needle 4), k10 purl slyo as 1 st, p1, turn. purl to end of Needle 1, being careful to heel sts, pick up and knit 17 sts along left edge of heel flap; needle 1 K1, turn—88 Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 fifteen work each slyo as 1 st. Cut yarn. sts total. more times—last st of row is needles 3 and 4 With leaf, work a lower slyo. Note: If lower half of half of diamond only. Cut yarn. next row (WS) needle 1 Slyo; needles diamond is followed by upper 4 and 3 Purl; needle 2 P1, turn. half of diamond, work first row of upper half of diamond as slyo, k33.

82 around the world in knitted socks next row (RS) needle 2 Slyo; needle 3 foot toe K1, ssk, knit to end; needle 4 Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needle 1 Knit slyo as 1 st, next row (RS) needle 2 Slyo, knit to next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 K1, k1, turn—86 sts rem. end; needles 3 and 4 Knit; needle 1 Knit ssk, knit to end; needles 2 and 4 Knit to to slyo created on previous row, knit slyo last 3 sts, k2tog, k1—4 sts dec’d. next row (WS) needle 1 Slyo, purl to as 1 st, k1, turn. end; needles 4 and 3 Purl; needle 2 Purl Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, to slyo created on previous row, purl slyo next row needle 1 Slyo, purl to end; every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 as 1 st, p1, turn. needles 4 and 3 Purl; needle 2 Purl to times, then every rnd 8 times—8 sts rem. slyo created on previous row, purl slyo as next row needle 2 Slyo, knit to end; 1 st, p1, turn. finisHing needle 3 K1, ssk, knit to end; needle 4 Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needle 1 Knit Rep last 2 rows 5 more times. Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. to slyo created on previous row, knit slyo next row Slyo, knit to end of Needle With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, as 1 st, k1, turn—2 sts dec’d. 4—last st of Needle 1 and first st of draw through rem sts and pull tight. Fasten off on WS. Rep last 2 rows 8 more times, then work Needle 2 are slyos. WS row once more—68 sts rem. Resume working in the rnd. embroidery next rnd Knit, being careful to work With natural threaded on a tapestry each slyo as 1 st. Work even until foot needle, use a running st to embroider measures 7½ (8, 8¼)" (19 [20.5, 21] cm) diagonal lines through each diamond as from back of heel. shown, with each visible st covering about 1 knit st. Weave in loose ends.

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KNIT SAMPLER england

he British Isles are home to a large variety of T knitting patterns, incorporating the techniques of Western Europe and North Africa. As a result, a rich treasury of expressive patterns developed, including the typical tree of life motif featured here.

Finished size 8 (8¼, 8¼)" set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). (20.5 [21, 21] cm) foot Adjust needle size if necessary circumference and 9¼ to obtain the correct gauge.

(9¾, 10¼)" (23.5 [25, 26] cm) Notions Marker (m); cable long from back of heel to tip of needle (cn); tapestry needle. toe. To fit U.S. women’s shoe Gauge 33 sts and 42 rnds = 4" sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, 9–10½) (10 cm) in St st for smallest (European sizes 36–37 size; 32 sts and 40 rnds = 4" [38–39, 40–41]). Socks shown (10 cm) in St st for 2 larger measure 9¾" (25 cm) long. sizes. Yarn Fingering (Super Notes On the Foot chart, work Fine #1). Shown here: Regia the cable crosses fairly tightly Silk 4-ply (55% wool, so that they will be visible on 25% nylon, 20% silk; 219 yd the foot. [200 m]/50 g): #0012 camel, 2 balls. (See Notes.) For U.S. women’s shoe sizes 5–6½ (European sizes 36– Needles U.S. size 0 (2 mm) 37), use a 100% wool yarn. for smallest size, or U.S. size 1 (2.25 mm) for 2 larger sizes:

85 short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created on previous row, purl slyo as 1 st, p1, turn.

Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 nine more times.

next row Slyo, k16 (to end of Needle 3)—first and last sts of heel are slyos. foot Resume working in the rnd, working rem 2 slyo as 1 st on first rnd. Knit to end of Needle 4.

next rnd needles 1 and 2 Work Row 1 of Instep chart; needles 3 and 4 Knit.

Work in patt as established until foot measures 7¼ (7¾, 8¼)" (18.5 [19.5, 21] Cuff heel top cm) from back of heel. CO 74 sts. Arrange sts onto 4 dpn (19 sts short-row 1 (WS) Slyo (see Glossary), each on Needles 1 and 3, 18 sts each on purl to end, turn. toe Needles 2 and 4), place marker (pm), and short-row 2 Slyo, knit to slyo created next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 2 join for working in the rnd, being careful on previous row, knit slyo as 1 st, turn. Knit; needle 3 K1, ssk, k14; needle 4 K14, not to twist sts. Work 12 rnds in k1 k2tog, k1—64 sts rem. short-row 3 Slyo, purl to slyo created through back loop (tbl), p1 rib. on previous row, purl slyo as 1 st, turn. next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 K1, ssk, knit to end; needles 2 and 4 Knit to Rep Short-rows 2 and 3 nine more times, Leg last 3 sts, k2tog, k1—4 sts dec’d. then work Short-row 2 once more—11 Work Rows 1–42 of Leg chart—66 sts slyo sts at each end of heel, 12 plain sts in Rep last rnd every 4th rnd once more, rem. Purl 1 rnd. Knit 3 rnds. center. every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 Work Rows 1–10 of Lattice chart. Knit 1 times, then every rnd 7 times—8 sts rem. Resume working in the rnd on all 4 rnd. needles as foll: needles 1 and 2 Knit; finisHing Next rnd needles 1 and 2 Purl; needle needles 3 and 4 Knit, being sure to work 3 Knit; needle 4 Knit to end, then k1 from slyos as 1 st. Knit to end of Needle 2. Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Needle 1, turn—16 sts each on Needles 1 With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, and 2; 17 sts each on Needles 3 and 4. heel bottom draw through rem sts and pull tight. Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends. Work back and forth on 34 sts of Needles HeeL 3 and 4 as foll:

Heel is worked back and forth using short-row 1 (RS) K24, turn. short-rows (see Glossary) over 34 sts of short-row 2 Slyo, p13, turn. Needles 3 and 4; rem 32 sts will be worked later for instep. Rnd begins at beg short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created of Needle 3. on previous row, knit slyo as 1 st, k1, turn.

86 around the world in knitted socks legLeg knit knitknit knit 41 knit 41 purlknit purlpurl purl 39 purlyoknit 39 yo yoyo yo 37 k2togyopurlknit 37 k2tog k2togk2tog k2togsskyopurlknit 35 ssk 35 ssk sskssk nosskk2togyopurl stitch 33 no stitch 33 no stitch nopatternnosskk2togyo stitch stitch re peat pattern repeat 3131 pattern repeat pattern repeat patternslpatternnosskk2tog 2 stitch sts repeat onto re peat cn, hold in back, k2, k2 from cn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, k2 from cn 2929 sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, k2 from cn slpatternnossk 2 stitch sts onto re peat cn, hold in front,back, k2,k2, k2k2 fromfrom cncn slslsl 2 2 2sts stssts onto ontoonto cn, hold cn,cn, in holdholdback, inin back,front,back, k2,k2,k2, k2k2k2 fromfromfrom cncncn sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in front, k2, k2 from cn 2727 k2,sl 2k23 sts from onto cn cn, hold in front,back, k1,k2, (k1,k2 from p1, k1) cn from cn slpatternno 32 stitch sts onto re peat cn, hold in back,front, k1,k2, (k1,k2 from p1, k1) cn from cn sl 32 sts onto cn, hold in back, k1,k2, (k1,k2 from p1, k1)cn from cn sl 31 stsst onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in front, back, (k1,k1, (k1,p1, k1),p1, k1)k1 fromfrom cncn 2525 slpattern 13 ststs onto onto repeat cn, cn, hold hold in in front, back, (k1, k1, (k1,p1, k1), p1, k1)k1 from from cn cn slsl 2 12sts ststs onto onto onto cn, hold cn, cn, inhold front,hold in in front, back,front, (k1, k2,k2, k2p1,k2 from fromk1), k1 cncn from cn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, (k1, p1, k1), k1 from cn k2,sl k21 stfrom onto cn cn, hold in front, (k1, p1, k1), k1 from cn 23 sl 23 sts onto cn, hold in front,back, k1,k2, (k1,k2 from p1, k1) cn from cn 23 sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in back, k2, k2 from cn sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, (k1, p1, k1), k1 from cn slsl 3 23sts sts onto onto cn, hold cn, in holdback, in front,back, k1,k2, (k1,k2 from p1, k1) cn from cn 2121 k1, (k1, p1, k1) from cn sl 31 stsst onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in front, back, (k1,k1, (k1,p1, k1),p1, k1)k1 fromfrom cncn 1919 slsl 1 st1 ontost onto cn, hold cn, in front,hold in front, (k1, p1, k1), k1 from cn (k1, p1, k1), k1 from cn 1717

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On the ARAN ISLE ireland

he Aran Isles are well-known for the striking cables T of their fishermen’s sweaters. The patterns often serve as local or regional identification, and the wearer’s initials were often worked into the bottom of the garment.

Finished size 8 (8½, 8½)" (2.25 mm) for 2 larger sizes: (20.5 [21.5, 21.5] cm) foot set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). circumference and 9½ (10, Adjust needle size if necessary 10½)" (24 [25.5, 26.5] cm) to obtain the correct gauge. long from back of heel to tip of Notions Marker (m); cable toe. To fit U.S. women’s shoe needle (cn); waste yarn for sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, 9–10½) provisional CO; tapestry needle. (European sizes 36–37 [38– Gauge 35 sts and 42 rnds = 39, 40–41]). Socks shown 4" (10 cm) in leg patt for measure 10" (25.5 cm) long. smallest size; 34 sts and Yarn Fingering (Super Fine 40 rnds = 4" (10 cm) in leg #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply patt for 2 larger sizes. (75% wool, 25% nylon; 32 sts and 42 rnds = 4" 229 yd [209 m]/50 g): (10 cm) in St st for smallest #1078 cardinal, 2 balls. size; 30 sts and 42 rnds = 4" Needles U.S. size 0 (2 mm) (10 cm) in St st for 2 larger for smallest size, or U.S. size 1 sizes. 89 Hem next rnd *Yo, k2tog; rep from * to end. Leg Knit 3 rnds. Using the provisional method (see Work Rows 1–12 of Leg chart. At end of Join hem as foll: Fold fabric WS tog at yo Glossary), CO 72 sts. Arrange sts evenly Row 12, shift beg of rnd as foll: use Needle rnd. Removing provisional CO as you onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), and join 4 to p1 from Needle 1—17 sts on Needle 1, go, *pick up first st of CO edge and place for working in the rnd, being careful not 18 sts each on Needles 2 and 3, 19 sts on it onto left needle; k2tog (picked-up st to twist sts. Knit 3 rnds. Needle 4. with next st on needle); rep from * around—72 sts. Work Row 13 and at the same time arrange sts evenly onto 4 dpn. leg Leg Work Rows 14–42 of Leg chart, then work Rows 15–35 once more. b b b b 4141 next rnd (chart row 36) needle 1 Work

b b 3939 14 sts of Leg chart; needle 2 Work 4 rem sts from Needle 1 according to Leg chart, 37 37 then work next 14 sts according to Leg

b b 3535 chart; needle 3 Work 4 rem sts from Needle 2 according to Leg chart, then b b b b 33 33 work next 14 sts according to Leg chart;

b b b b 3131 do not finish rnd.

b b b b 2929 HeeL

b b b b 2727 Place rem 4 sts from Needle 3, 18 sts from

b b Needle 4, and 14 sts from Needle 1 onto 2525 one needle—36 sts total. Heel will be 2323 worked back and forth in rows on these

b b 36 sts; rem 36 sts will be worked later for 2121 instep.

b b b b 1919 heel flap b b b b 1717 row 1 (RS) Knit.

b b b b 15 15 row 2 K3, p30, k3.

b b 13 13 Rep Rows 1 and 2 seventeen more times.

11 11 turn heel

9 9 Work short-rows (see Glossary) as foll: b b

b b 7 7 short-row 1 (RS) K19, ssk, k1, turn. b b b b 5 short-row 2 Sl 1, p3, p2tog, p1, turn. 5 b b short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap 3 created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. 1 1

90 around the world in knitted socks short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap toe knit created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn. knit knitknit next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit knitpurl Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 six more knitknit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; Needles 2 and 4 purlpurl times—20 heel sts rem. purlpurlknit K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d. purl k1tblknitpurlk1tbl k1tbl k1tblk1tblk1tbl Shape guSSet Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, k1tblpurl yok1tblyo every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 yopurl Next rnd With one needle (Needle 1), yoyoyo times, then every rnd 7 times—8 sts rem. ssskk1tbl k20 heel sts, pick up and knit 18 sts along sssksssk ssskk1tblyo ssskpattern repeat edge of heel flap; work Row 1 of Foot patternyosssk repeat pattern repeat finisHing b pattern repeat b ssskpattern repeat chart over next 36 sts (Needles 2 and 3); b patternslyo 1 st repeat onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, k1 from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, k1 from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, k1 from cn b b slpattern 1 st onto recn,peat hold in back, k1tbl, k1 from cn with another needle (Needle 4), pick up Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. b slsssk 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, k1 from cn bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1tbl,k1, k1tbl k1 fromfrom cncn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, k1, k1tbl from cn b slslsl 1 1st 1 ontost st onto cn, onto hold cn, in holdback, cn, k1tbl, inhold front, in k1, back, k1tbl fromk1tbl, cn k1 from cn bb b slssskpattern 1 st onto recn,peat hold in front, k1, k1tbl from cn and knit 18 sts along edge of heel flap, With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, k1, k1tbl from cn b bb sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,k1, k1tbl k1tbl from from cn cn b b k1sl from 1 st cn onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, k1tbl from cn bb b slpatternsl 1 1st st onto onto recn,peat hold cn, in hold back, in k1tbl, back, k1tbl k1tbl, from cn k1 from cn k10 from Needle 1—92 sts total; 28 sts draw through rem sts and pull tight. b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, k1tbl from cn bb slsl 1 1st st onto onto cn, hold cn, inhold back, in k1tbl, front, k1tbl k1, from k1tbl cn from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, k1tblp1 from from cn cn b b slpatternsl 1 1st st onto onto recn,peat hold cn, in hold back, in k1tbl, back, p1 fromk1tbl, cn k1 from cn Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends. b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, p1 from cn each on Needles 1 and 4, 18 sts each on b bbb b slslsl 1 1st 1 stonto stonto cn, onto hold cn, in holdfront, cn, inhold back, in k1tbl, front, p1 from k1, cnk1tbl from cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, p1 from cn b b slsl 1 1st stonto onto cn, hold cn, inhold front, in p1, back, k1tbl fromk1tbl, cn k1tblk1 from from cn cn b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1, k1tbl from cn Needles 2 and 3. b k1,sl k1tbl1 st from onto cn cn, hold in front, p1, k1tbl from cn b bb b slsl 1 1st stonto onto cn, hold cn, inhold front, in p1, front, k1tbl from k1, cnk1tbl from cn b b slsl 1 1st stonto onto cn, hold cn, in hold front, in p1, back, k1tbl fromk1tbl, cn k1k1tbl from from cn cn needle 1 Knit; needles 2 and b b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1tbl,k1, k1tbl p1 fromfrom cncn next row b b slsl 1 st 1 onto st cn, onto hold in back, cn, k1tbl, hold in back, k1tbl, k1tbl from cn bb b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,front, k1tbl,k1, k1tbl p1 fromfrom cncn 3 Work Row 2 of Foot chart; needle 4 b k1tblsl from1 st cn onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,p1, k1tbl k1tbl from from cn cn bb b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, p1 from cn Knit. Work 2 rnds in patt as established. b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,back, k1tbl,p1, k1tbl k1tbl from from cn cn b slsl 1 st 1 onto st cn, onto hold in back, cn, k1tbl, hold in back, k1tbl, p1 from cn next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 Knit to last b sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1, k1tbl from cn b p1sl from 1 cnst onto cn, hold in back, k1tbl, p1 from cn 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 3 Work in sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, p1, k1tbl from cn b patt as established; needle 4 K1, ssk, knit slsl 1 st 1 onto st cn, onto hold in front, cn, hold in front, p1, k1tbl from cn p1, k1tbl from cn to end—2 sts dec’d. Footfoot Rep last 3 rnds 11 more times—68 sts rem; 16 sts each on Needles 1 and 4, 18 b b b b 2727 sts each on Needles 2 and 3. b b b b b b b b 2525

b b b b b foot 2323

b b b b b b b b Work even in patt as established until foot 2121

b b b b b b b b measures 7¼ (7¾, 8¼)" (18.5 [19.5, 21] 1919 cm) from back of heel. b b b b 1717 next rnd needle 1 Knit; needle 2 K5, 1515 k2tog, k6, k2tog, k3; needle 3 K3, k2tog, b b b b k6, k2tog, k5; needle 4 Knit—64 sts rem. 1313

b b b b b b b b Knit 1 rnd. 11

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b b b b b 77

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on the aran isle 91 92 around the world in knitted socks it ’s tEA TIME england

he textured patterns found on English fishermen’s T sweaters are made up of knit and purl stitches that are often combined with simple cables. The interplay of these patterns also appears frequently on socks.

Finished size 8½" (21.5 cm) Needles U.S. size 1 (2.25 mm): circumference and 10 (10½, set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). 10¾)" (25.5 [26.5, 27.5] cm) Adjust needle size if necessary long from back of heel to tip to obtain the correct gauge. of toe. To fit U.S. women’s Notions Marker (m); cable shoe sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, needle (cn); tapestry needle. 9–10½) (European sizes 35 sts and 40 rnds = 36–37 [38–39, 40–41]). Gauge 4" (10 cm) in charted patt. Socks shown measure 10½" (26.5 cm) long.

Yarn Fingering (Super Fine #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 yd [209 m]/50 g): #2190 beech fruit (celery), 2 balls.

93 stitch guide (see Glossary), skip 2nd st of chart, work Shape guSSet Row 2 to end; rep from * once more— next rnd With one needle (Needle 1), Seed stitch 74 sts. k21 heel sts, pick up and knit 16 sts along (multiple of 2 sts) Work Rows 3–8 of Leg chart, then rep edge of heel flap; work Row 1 of Leg chart rnd 1 *K1, p1; rep from *. Rows 1–8 of chart until piece measures (Needles 2 and 3); with another needle rnd 2 Knit the purl sts and about 7¼" (18.5 cm) from CO, ending (Needle 4), pick up and knit 16 sts along purl the knit sts. with Row 8 of chart. other edge of heel flap, k11 from Needle 1—90 sts total; 26 sts on Needle 1, 19 sts Rep Rnd 2 for patt. HeeL on Needle 2, 18 sts on Needle 3, 27 sts on Place first 37 sts of rnd onto one Needle 4. Cuff needle—37 sts total. Heel will be worked next rnd needle 1 K16, work in seed st back and forth in rows on these 37 sts; (see Stitch Guide) to last 2 sts, k2; CO 72 sts. Arrange sts evenly onto 4 dpn, rem 37 sts will be worked later for instep. needles 2 and 3 Work next row of Leg place marker (pm), and join for working in Work Rows 1–8 of Heel Flap chart 4 chart; needle 4 K2, work in seed st to last the rnd, being careful not to twist sts. times. 17 sts, k17.

Work in k1 through back loop (tbl), p1 rib Rep last rnd 2 more times. for 16 rnds. turn heel next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 K16, work Work short-rows (see Glossary) as foll: Leg in seed st to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles short-row 1 (RS) K20, ssk, k1, turn. 2 and 3 Work next row of Leg chart; Note: Be sure not to work texture patt too short-row 2 Sl 1, p4, p2tog, p1, turn. needle 4 K1, ssk, work in seed st to last 17 loosely; use a smaller size needle if sts, k17—2 sts dec’d. necessary. short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. Rep last 3 rnds 7 more times—74 sts rem. Work Leg chart and at the same time inc 2 sts on 2nd rnd as foll: short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn. foot rnd 1 *Work Row 1 of Leg chart, skipping Work even in patt as established until foot Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 six more first st of chart; rep from * once more. measures about 7½ (8, 8¼)" (19 [20.5, times—21 heel sts rem. rnd 2 *Work first st of Row 2 of chart, M1 21] cm) from back of heel, ending with Row 8 of Leg chart.

k on RS; p on WS kk on on RS; RS; p on p WS on WS k on RS; p on WS leg p on RS; k on WS Leg pkp on on RS; RS; k on kp WS on WS pattern repeat pattern repeat patternppattern on RS; repeat rek peaton WS 7 7 sl 3 sts onto cn, hold in back, k1, k3 from cn slpattern 3 sts onto repeat cn, hold in back, k1, k3 from cn slsl 3 3sts sts onto onto cn, hold cn, in holdback, in back, k1, k3 from cn 55 sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front, k3, k1 from cn k1,sl k31 stfrom onto cn cn, hold in front, k3, k1 from cn sl 31 stsst onto onto cn, cn, hold hold in in front, back, k3,k1, k1k3 fromfrom cncn 33 slsl 1 1st stonto onto cn, hold cn, in holdfront, in front, k3, k1 from cn k3, k1 from cn 1 1

94 around the world in knitted socks toe Rep last rnd every 4th rnd once more, finisHing every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 times, then every rnd 3 times— Sl sts from Needle 4 onto Needle 1 and Knit; needles 2 and 4 Ssk, knit to 32 sts rem. from Needle 3 onto Needle 2. Cut yarn, end—72 sts rem. leaving a 24" (61 cm) tail. With tail next rnd needles 1 and 3 Knit to last 2 threaded on a tapestry needle, use next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit sts, k2tog; needles 2 and 4 Ssk, knit to Kitchener st (see Glossary) to graft rem to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 end—28 sts rem. sts tog. Weave in loose ends. K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d. Knit sts on Needle 1.

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it's t ea t ime 95 96 around the world in knitted socks GREEN ISLE ireland

he three-leaf clover is the national symbol of Ireland. T Legend has it that St. Patrick used it as a symbol to teach the Christian idea of the Trinity. Diamond patterns are found in textured knitting as well as stranded knitting.

Finished size 8¼ (8¾, 8¾)" Needles U.S. size 1 (2.25 mm) (21 [22, 22] cm) circumference for smallest size, or U.S. size 2 and 9¼ (9½, 10)" (23.5 (2.75 mm) for 2 larger sizes: [24, 25.5] cm) long from set of 5 double-pointed (dpn) back of heel to tip of toe. (see Notes). Adjust needle To fit U.S. women’s shoe size if necessary to obtain the sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, 9–10½) correct gauge. (European sizes 36–37 Notions Marker (m); tapestry [38–39, 40–41]). Socks needle. shown measure 9½" 36 sts and 42 rnds = (24 cm) long. Gauge 4" (10 cm) in charted patt Yarn Fingering (Super Fine for smallest size; 34 sts and #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply 40 rnds = 4" (10 cm) in (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 yd charted patt for 2 larger sizes. [209 m]/50 g): #1076 pink Notes Due to the large and #2082 leaf, 1 ball each. pattern repeat, this design lends itself to being worked on 2 circular needles instead of double-pointed needles. 97 Cuff With leaf, CO 64 sts. Arrange sts evenly onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), and join for working in the rnd, being careful not to twist sts.

Purl 1 rnd. Knit 1 rnd. Work in k3, p1 rib for 16 rnds. Leg next rnd *K6, M1 (see Glossary); rep from * to last 4 sts, k4—74 sts; 19 sts on Needles 1 and 3, 18 sts on Needles 2 and 4. K19 sts of Needle 1; rnd beg with Needle 2.

Work Rows 1–10 of Leg chart 4 times. HeeL Place sts from Needles 1 and 4 onto one needle—37 sts total. Heel will be worked back and forth in rows on these 37 sts; rem 37 sts will be worked later for instep.

heel flap Beg with a WS row, work in St st for 33 rows.

turn heel Work short-rows (see Glossary) as foll:

short-row 1 (RS) K20, ssk, k1, turn.

short-row 2 Sl 1, p4, p2tog, p1, turn.

short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn.

short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn.

Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 six more times—21 heel sts rem.

98 around the world in knitted socks Shape guSSet Work 2 rnds in patt as established, toe working sts on Needles 1 and 4 in colors next rnd With RS facing and empty as they appear. next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 needle (Needle 1), k21 heel sts, pick up K2tog, k10, k2tog, k5; needles 2 and 4 next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 Work in and knit 16 sts along edge of heel flap; K6, k2tog, k10—68 sts rem. work Row 1 of Leg chart, break pink patt to last 3 sts, k2tog with pink, k1 with next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit (Needles 2 and 3); with another needle leaf; needles 2 and 3 Work next row of to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 (Needle 4), pick up and knit 16 sts along Instep chart; needle 4 K1 with leaf, ssk K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d. other edge of heel flap, k10 from Needle with pink, work in patt to end—2 sts 1—90 sts total. Sl last st of Needle 1 to dec’d. Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, Needle 2 and sl first st of Needle 4 to Rep last 3 rnds 7 more times; last dec rnd every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 Needle 3—26 sts on Needle 1, 19 sts on falls on Row 6 of Instep chart—74 sts times, then every rnd 8 times—8 sts rem. Needle 2, 20 sts on Needle 3, 25 sts on rem; 18 sts on Needle 1, 19 sts on Needle Needle 4. 2, 20 sts on Needle 3, 17 sts on Needle 4. finisHing next rnd needle 1 *K1 with pink, k3 with Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. leaf; rep from * 5 more times, k1 with foot With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, pink, k1 with leaf; needles 2 and 3 Work Work even in patt until foot measures draw through rem sts and pull tight. Row 2 of Instep chart; needle 4 K1 with about 7¼ (7½, 8)" (18.5 [19, 20.5] cm) Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends. leaf, *k1 with pink, k3 with leaf; rep from * from back of heel. Break pink. Sl first st of 5 more times. Needle 2 to Needle 1 and sl last st of Needle 3 to Needle 4—19 sts on Needles 1 and 3, 18 sts on Needles 2 and 4. legLeg

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green i sle 99 100 around the world in knitted socks vac at ion in the mountains Switzerland

he Alpine influence appears in Swiss knitting in T the prevalence of traveling stitches, worked literally with a twist. Richly patterned stockings are an important part of the traditional costume of both men and women.

Finished size 7¾ (8, 8)" Needles U.S. size 0 (2 mm) (19.5 [20.5, 20.5] cm) foot for smallest size, or U.S. size 1 circumference and 9¼ (2.25 mm) for 2 larger sizes: (9½, 10)" (23.5 [24, 25.5] cm) set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). long from back of heel Adjust needle size if necessary to tip of toe. To fit U.S. women’s to obtain the correct gauge. shoe sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, Notions Marker (m); cable 9–10½) (European sizes needle (cn); tapestry needle. 36–37 [38–39, 40–41]). Socks shown measure Gauge 37 sts and 42 rnds = 9½" (24 cm) long. 4" (10 cm) in leg patt for smallest size; 36 sts and Yarn Fingering (Super 40 rnds = 4" (10 cm) in leg Fine #1). Shown here: Regia patt for 2 larger sizes. 4-ply (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 yd [209 m]/50 g): #1230 sienna, 2 balls.

101 Cuff short-row 2 Sl 1, p3, p2tog, p1, turn. foot short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap CO 78 sts. Arrange sts evenly onto Work even in patt until foot measures created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. 3 dpn, place marker (pm), and join 7¼ (7½, 8)" (18.5 [19, 20.5] cm) from for working in the rnd, being careful short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap back of heel. not to twist sts. created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn.

Work Cuff chart for 12 rnds. Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 five more toe times—18 heel sts rem. next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 Knit; Leg needles 2 and 3 Work next row of Shape guSSet Instep chart and at the same time Work Rows 1–28 of Leg chart 2 times. next rnd With an empty needle (Needle dec 3 sts on Needle 2 and 4 sts on Needle HeeL 1), knit 18 heel sts, pick up and knit 16 sts 3; needle 4 Knit—64 sts rem. along edge of heel flap; work Row 2 of next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 next rnd needle 1 Work 20 sts of Row 1 Instep chart (Needles 2 and 3); with and 3 Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; of Leg chart, sl next 6 sts to Needle 2; another needle (Needle 4), pick up and needles 2 and 4 K1, ssk, knit to needle 2 Work Row 1 of Instep chart, work knit 16 sts along edge of heel flap, k9 from end—4 sts dec’d. 7 sts from Needle 3 onto Needle 2 Needle 1—89 sts total; 25 sts each on Rep last rnd every 4th rnd once more, according to Instep chart; place first Needles 1 and 4, 19 sts on Needle 2, 20 every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 20 sts of rnd and last 19 sts of rnd onto sts on Needle 3. one needle for heel and work Heel Dec 3 times, then every rnd 3 times— next rnd needle 1 Knit; needles 2 chart across these 39 sts—71 sts rem. 24 sts rem. and 3 Work next row of Instep chart; next rnd needles 1 and 3 Knit to last Heel will be worked back and forth in rows needle 4 Knit. on 32 sts rem from Heel Dec chart; rem 2 sts, k2tog; needles 2 and 4 Ssk, knit Rep last row 2 more times. 39 sts will be worked later for instep. to end—20 sts rem. next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 Knit heel flap to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 finisHing and 3 Work next row of Instep chart; Beg with a WS row, work in St st for Knit sts on Needle 1. Sl sts from needle 4 K1, ssk, knit to end—2 sts dec’d. 33 rows. Needle 4 onto Needle 1 and from Needle Rep last 3 rnds 8 more times, ending with 3 onto Needle 2. Cut yarn, leaving turn heel Row 2 of Instep chart—71 sts rem; 16 sts a 24" (61 cm) tail. With tail threaded Work short-rows (see Glossary) as foll: each on Needles 1 and 4, 19 sts on a tapestry needle, use Kitchener st on Needle 2, 20 sts on Needle 3. (see Glossary) to graft rem sts tog. short-row 1 (RS) K17, ssk, k1, turn. Weave in loose ends.

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Vacation in the m ountains 103 104 around the world in knitted socks SCENT OF LAVENDER france

variety of lace patterns originated in Spain, but A lace knitted socks came into their own in France. These created quite a sensation, especially in England, where Henry vIII owned many pairs of French-made lace stockings.

Finished size 8 (8, 8¼)" Needles U.S. size 1 (2.25 mm) (20.5 [20.5, 21] cm) foot for 2 smaller sizes, or U.S. size circumference and 9½ 2 (2.75 mm) for largest size: (9¾, 10¼)" (24 [25, 26] cm) set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). long from back of heel to tip Adjust needle size if necessary of toe. To fit U.S. women’s to obtain the correct gauge. shoe sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, Notions Marker (m); tapestry 9–10½) (European sizes needle. 36–37 [38–39, 40–41]). 34 sts and 40 rnds = Socks shown measure 9¾" Gauge 4" (10 cm) in lace patt, slightly (25 cm) long. stretched, for 2 smaller sizes; Yarn Fingering (Super Fine 32 sts and 40 rnds = 4" #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply (10 cm) in lace patt, slightly (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 yd stretched, for largest size. [209 m]/50 g): #1991 light charcoal, 2 balls.

105 Cuff heel flap CO 64 sts. Arrange sts evenly onto 4 dpn, row 1 (WS) P1, [p1tbl, k1] 14 times, p1tbl, place marker (pm), and join for working in p1. the rnd, being careful not to twist sts. row 2 K1, [k1tbl, p1] 14 times, k1tbl, k1.

Work in k1 through back loop (tbl), p1 rib Rep Rows 1 and 2 fifteen more times, then for 16 rnds. work Row 1 once more.

Leg turn heel Work Rows 1–16 of Leg chart 2 times, Work short-rows (see Glossary) as foll: then work Rows 1–8 once more. Sl first st short-row 1 (RS) Work 16 sts in patt, of Needle 4 to Needle 3—16 sts each on ssk, k1, turn. Needles 1 and 2, 17 sts on Needle 3, 15 sts short-row 2 Sl 1, work 2 sts in patt, on Needle 4. p2tog, p1, turn. HeeL short-row 3 Sl 1, work in patt to 1 st before gap created on previous row, ssk, next row needle 1 [K1tbl, p1] 8 times, k1, turn. turn. Place 16 sts of Needle 1 and 15 sts of Needle 4 onto one needle—31 sts total. short-row 4 Sl 1, work in patt to 1 st Heel will be worked back and forth in rows before gap created on previous row, on these 31 sts; rem 33 sts will be worked p2tog, p1, turn. later for instep. Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 five more times—17 heel sts rem.

leg instep Leg Instep knit knitknit knit knit k1tblknit 1515 15 k1tblknitk1tbl k1tbl k1tbl k1tblyo 1313 13 yoyo yo k2togyo yok2tog 1111 11 k2togk2tog k2tog k2togssk ssk 99 9 ssk sskk3togssk sskk3tog k3tog 77 7 k3togk3tog k3togsssk sssk sssk 55 5 nosssk stitch ssskssskno stitch no stitch no stitch 3 patternno stitch re peat 3 3 nonopattern stitch stitch re peat pattern repeat pattern repeat 1 1 1 pattern repeat pattern repeat

106 around the world in knitted socks Shape guSSet foot to last 2 sts, k2tog; needles 2 and 4 Ssk, knit to end—20 sts rem. next rnd With an empty needle (Needle Work even in patt as established until foot Knit sts on Needle 1. 1), k17 heel sts, pick up and knit 17 sts measures about 7¼ (7½, 8)" (18.5 [19, along edge of heel flap; work Row 9 of 20.5] cm) from back of heel, ending with Instep chart (Needles 2 and 3); with Row 8 or 16 of Instep chart. finisHing another needle (Needle 4), pick up and Sl sts from Needle 4 onto Needle 1 and knit 17 sts along edge of heel flap, k7 heel toe from Needle 3 onto Needle 2. Cut yarn, sts from Needle 1, k2tog from Needle leaving a 24" (61 cm) tail. With tail next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 [P1, k1tbl] 7 1—83 sts total; 25 sts each on Needles 1 threaded on a tapestry needle, use times, k2tog, k1; needle 2 K2, [p1, k1tbl] 7 and 4, 16 sts on Needle 2, 17 sts on Kitchener st (see Glossary) to graft rem times; needle 3 [P1, k1tbl] 7 times, k2tog, Needle 3. sts tog. Weave in loose ends. k1; needle 4 K1, ssk, [p1, k1tbl] 7 next rnd needle 1 Knit; needles 2 and times—64 sts rem. 3 Work next row of Instep chart; needle 4 Knit. Work sts as they appear for 3 rnds.

Rep last rnd once more. next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Work in patt as established to last 3 sts, next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 Knit to last k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 K1, ssk, work 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 3 Work in patt to end—4 sts dec’d. next row of Instep chart; needle 4 K1, ssk, knit to end—2 sts dec’d. Rep last rnd every 3rd rnd 2 more times, every 2nd rnd 3 times, then every rnd 4 Rep last 3 rnds 7 more times—67 sts rem; times—24 sts rem. 17 sts on Needles 1, 3, and 4; 16 sts on Needle 2. next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit

scent of laV ender 107 108 around the world in knitted socks FEMININE LACE Spain

nitting in Spain shows the influences of the stranded K knitting of North Africa and the Christian motifs created for liturgical purposes. It is considered by many to be the cradle of lace knitting.

Finished size 7¾ (8, 8)" Adjust needle size if necessary (19.5 [20.5, 20.5] cm) foot to obtain the correct gauge. circumference and 9¾ Notions Marker (m); tapestry (10, 10½)" (25 [25.5, 26.5] needle. cm) long from back of heel Gauge 42 sts and 44 rnds = to tip of toe. To fit U.S. 4" (10 cm) in leg patt, slightly women’s shoe sizes 5–6½ stretched, for smallest size; (7–8½, 9–10½) (European 40 sts and 42 rnds = 4" sizes 36–37 [38–39, 40–41]). (10 cm) in leg patt, slightly Socks shown measure 10" stretched, for 2 larger sizes. (25.5 cm) long. 40 sts and 44 rnds = 4" Yarn Fingering (Super Fine (10 cm) in instep patt for #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply smallest size; 38 sts and (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 yd 42 rnds = 4" (10 cm) in instep [209 m]/50 g): #2066 black, patt for 2 larger sizes. 2 balls. (See Notes.) Notes For U.S. women’s shoe Needles U.S. size 0 (2 mm) sizes 5–6½ (European sizes for smallest size, or U.S. size 1 36–37), use Regia 3-ply. (2.25 mm) for 2 larger sizes: set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). 109 stitch guide Leg heel flap row 1 K4, *k2tog, k6; rep from * 3 more inc 2 Work Rows 1–21 of Leg chart once, then work Rows 1–18 once more. times, k2tog, k3, turn—36 heel sts rem. Insert needle into center of st row 2 Purl. 3 rows below and knit (but do next rnd needle 1 Work Row 19 of Leg not drop st from left needle); chart, omitting inc 2 and working p1 row 3 K1, *sl 1, k1; rep from * to last st, knit st on left needle (and drop instead; needles 2 and 3 Work Row 19 of k1. Leg chart as written. st off); knit into center of same Rep Rows 2 and 3 fifteen more times, st 3 rows below—2 sts inc’d. then work Row 2 once more. HeeL row 1 (RS) needle 1 K27, sl 1 st to Needle turn heel Cuff 2, turn. Work short-rows (see Glossary) as foll:

CO 84 sts. Arrange sts evenly onto 3 dpn, row 2 (WS) K1, p39 (26 sts from Needle short-row 1 (RS) K19, ssk, k1, turn. place marker (pm), and join for working in 1 and 13 sts from Needle 3), k1 from short-row 2 Sl 1, p3, p2tog, p1, turn. the rnd, being careful not to twist sts. Needle 3—41 sts total. short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap Work 4 rnds in garter st (*knit 1 rnd, purl 1 Heel will be worked back and forth in rows created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. rnd; rep from *). on these 41 sts; rem 43 sts will be worked short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap Work Rows 1–3 of Cuff chart 4 times. later for instep. created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn. knit Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 six more times—20 heel sts rem. purl knitknit knit knit knitpurlk1tbl purlpurlk1tbl purl k1tblpurl leg k1tblpurl Leg k1tblk1tblyo k1tbl yok1tbl 21 yok1tbl 21 yoyok2tog yok2tog k2togyo 3 19 k2tog 19 k2togk2tog sskk2togssk sskssk 1717 ssk sskslssk 1, k2tog, psso slssksl 1, 1, k2tog, k2tog, psso psso slsl 1, 1, k2tog, k2tog, psso psso 1515 3 sl 1, k2tog, psso 3 incsl 1, 2 k2tog, (see Stitch psso Guide) 3 slincsl 1, 1,k2tog, 2 k2tog, (see psso Stitch psso Guide) 3 inc 2 (see Stitch Guide) 33 inc 2 (see Stitch Guide) 3 13 3 incinc 2 2(see (see Stitch Stitch Guide) Guide) 13 33 incinc 2 2(see (see Stitch Stitch Guide) Guide) 3 noinc stitch2 (see Stitch Guide) incno 2 (seestitch Stitch Guide) no stitch 1111 nopatternno stitch stitch re peat patternno stitch repeat 3 nopattern stitch repeat pattern repeat 99 patternpattern repeat repeat patternpattern repeat repeat 7 7

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110 around the world in knitted socks Shape guSSet toe next rnd With an empty needle (Needle next rnd needle 1 Knit; needle 2 K1, sl 1), k20 heel sts, pick up and knit 17 sts last st worked to Needle 1, knit to end; along edge of heel flap; work Row 1 of needle 3 Knit to last st, sl last st to Instep chart (Needles 2 and 3); with Needle 4; needle 4 Knit to end—18 sts another needle (Needle 4), pick up and each on Needles 1 and 4, 21 sts on Needle knit 17 sts along edge of heel flap, k10 2, 20 sts on Needle 3. from Needle 1—97 sts total; 27 sts each next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 K3, k2tog, on Needles 1 and 4, 22 sts on Needle 2, 21 k7, k2tog, k4; needle 2 *K2tog, k2; rep sts on Needle 3. from * 4 more times, k1; needle 3 *K3, Work 2 rnds in patt as established (knit k2tog; rep from * 3 more times; needle 4 sts on Needles 1 and 4; work next row of K3, k2tog, k7, k2tog, k4—64 sts rem. Instep chart on Needles 2 and 3). next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 Knit to last to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 3 Work K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d. next row of Instep chart; needle 4 K1, ssk, Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, knit to end—2 sts dec’d. every 3rd rnd 3 times, every 2nd rnd 4 Rep last 3 rnds 9 more times—77 sts rem; times, then every rnd 5 times—8 sts rem. 17 sts each on Needles 1 and 4, 22 sts on Needle 2, 21 sts on Needle 3. finisHing foot Knit sts of Needle 1. Sl sts from Needle 4 onto Needle 1 and from Needle 3 onto Work even in patt as established until foot Needle 2. Cut yarn, leaving a 24" (61 cm) measures 7¼ (7½, 8)" (18.5 [19, 20.5] tail. With tail threaded on a tapestry cm) from back of heel. needle, use Kitchener st (see Glossary) to graft rem sts tog. Weave in loose ends. instepInstep

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feminine l ace 111 112 around the world in knitted socks ROUTE 66 united StateS

mmigrants to the United States brought an enormous I variety of knitting techniques from their homelands, where they disseminated them quickly. These socks are inspired by a traditional American patchwork quilt pattern called Tumbling Blocks.

Finished size 8½" (21.5 cm) 20% silk; 219 yd [200 m]/ circumference and 9½ 50 g): #1237 petrol (9¾, 10¼)" (24 [25, 26] cm) (dark blue) and #0017 light long from back of heel to tip camel, 1 ball each. of toe. To fit U.S. women’s Needles U.S. size 2 (2.75 mm): shoe sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). 9–10½) (European sizes Adjust needle size if necessary 36–37 [38–39, 40–41]). to obtain the correct gauge. Socks shown measure Notions Marker (m); tapestry 9¾" (25 cm) long. needle. Yarn Fingering (Super Fine Gauge 34 sts and 40 rnds = #1). Shown here: Regia Silk 4" (10 cm) in charted patt. 4-ply (55% wool, 25% nylon,

113 Cuff created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. (Needles 2 and 3); with another needle (Needle 4), pick up and knit 18 sts along With light camel, CO 64 sts. Arrange sts short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap edge of heel flap, k10 from Needle 1—92 evenly onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn. sts total; 28 sts each on Needles 1 and 4, and join for working in the rnd, being Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 six more 18 sts each on Needles 2 and 3. careful not to twist sts. times—20 heel sts rem. next rnd needle 1 Beg as indicated for Work in k2, p2 rib for 12 rnds. Shape guSSet Needle 1, work Sole chart; needles 2 and next rnd *K8, M1 (see Glossary); rep 3 Work next row of Patchwork chart; next row With an empty needle (Needle from * to end—72 sts. needle 4 Ending as indicated for Needle 1), k20 heel sts, pick up and knit 18 sts 4, work Sole chart. along edge of heel flap; work Row 8 of Leg Patchwork chart, break dark blue Rep last rnd once more. Work Rows 1–14 of Patchwork chart 3 times. Break yarns. HeeL Sl 2 sts from Needle 2 to Needle 1 and sl 2 sts from Needle 4 to Needle 3—20 sts each on Needles 1 and 3, 16 sts each on Needles 2 and 4.

Place first 20 sts of rnd and last 16 sts of rnd onto one needle—36 sts total. Heel will be worked back and forth in rows on these 36 sts; rem 36 sts will be worked later for instep. With RS facing, join light camel.

heel flap next row (RS) Sl 1, *sl 1 pwise with yarn in back (wyb), k1; rep from * to last st, k1.

next row Sl 1, purl to end.

Rep last 2 rows 16 more times.

turn heel Work short-rows (see Glossary) as foll:

short-row 1 (RS) K19, ssk, k1, turn.

short-row 2 Sl 1, p3, p2tog, p1, turn.

short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap

114 around the world in knitted socks next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 Work in patt to last 2 sts, k2tog with dark blue; needles 2 and 3 Work next row of Patchwork chart; needle 4 Ssk with dark blue, work in patt to end—2 sts dec’d.

Rep last 3 rnds 9 more times—72 sts rem; 18 sts on each needle. foot Work even in patt as established until foot measures 7¼ (7½, 8)" (18.5 [19, 20.5] cm) from back of heel. Break dark blue. toe next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d.

Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 times, then every rnd 9 times—8 sts rem. finisHing Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, draw through rem sts and pull tight. soleSole patchworkPatchwork Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends. 1 1 1313 beg needle 1; beg Needle 1; 11 end needle 4 11 end Needle 4 99

77 dark blue darkdark blue blue 55 light camel lightlight camel camel 3 pattern repeat 3 pattern repeat pattern repeat 1 1

route 66 115

Color s OF THE ANDES South AmericA

he motifs in the colorful embroidery of South T America are related to the strong weaving tradition. In addition to geometric patterns such as diamonds and diag onal lines, birds and animals appear frequently.

Finished size 8½" (21.5 cm) #1229 biscuit, #1081 ruby, circumference and 9½ #1087 lagoon (light blue), (10, 10¼)" (24 [25.5, 26] cm) and #1988 lavender long from back of heel to tip (medium blue), 1 ball each. of toe. To fit U.S. women’s Needles U.S. size 2 (2.75 shoe sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, mm): set of 5 double-pointed 9–10½) (European sizes (dpn). Adjust needle size 36–37 [38–39, 40–41]). if necessary to obtain the Socks shown measure 10" correct gauge. (25.5 cm) long. Notions Marker (m); Yarn Fingering (Super Fine tapestry needle. #1). Shown here: Regia Gauge 34 sts and 40 rnds = 4-ply (75% wool, 25% nylon; 4" (10 cm) in charted patt. 229 yd [209 m]/50 g):

117 Cuff With medium blue, CO 72 sts. Arrange sts evenly onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), and join for working in the rnd, being careful not to twist sts.

With medium blue, work in k2, p2 rib for 1 rnd.

Work 2 rnds as foll: *k2 with medium blue, p2 with light blue; rep from * to end.

With light blue, work in k2, p2 rib for 2 rnds.

Work 2 rnds as foll: *k2 with light blue, p2 with medium blue; rep from * to end.

With medium blue, work in k2, p2 rib for 2 rnds.

Work 2 rnds as foll: *k2 with medium blue, p2 with biscuit; rep from * to end.

With biscuit, work in k2, p2 rib for 2 rnds.

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118 around the world in knitted socks Leg on previous row, purl slyo as 1 st, p1, turn. finisHing Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 eleven more Work Rows 1–18 of Leg chart once, then Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. times. work Rows 1–9 once more. With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, next row Slyo, k17 (to end of rnd)—fi rst draw through rem sts and pull tight. HeeL and last sts of heel are slyos. Fasten off on WS. With medium blue, knit to end of Needle embroidery 1. Place fi rst 18 sts of rnd and last 18 sts foot of rnd onto one needle, keeping beg of Resume working in the rnd, working Cut 3 strands of biscuit and 2 strands of rnd marker in place—36 sts total. Heel is rem 2 slyo as 1 st on fi rst rnd. Work Foot ruby, each about 19¾" (50 cm) long. worked back and forth using short-rows chart until foot measures 7¼ (7¾, 8)" With biscuit threaded on a tapestry (see Glossary) over these 36 sts; rem 36 (18.5 [19.5, 20.5] cm) from back of heel. needle, use a running st to pass over 2 sts will be worked later for instep. Work sts and under 2 sts on every Row 8 of heel in medium blue; break other colors. toe Foot chart as shown. Rep with ruby on every Row 20. Weave in loose ends. Toe is worked in medium blue; break heel top other yarns. Knit 1 rnd. short-row 1 (WS) Slyo (see Glossary), next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit p35, turn. to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 short-row 2 Slyo, knit to slyo created K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d. on previous row, turn. Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, short-row 3 Slyo, purl to slyo created every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 on previous row, turn. times, then every rnd 9 times—8 sts rem. Rep Short-rows 2 and 3 eleven more times, then work Short-row 2 once more but do not turn—13 slyo sts at each end of heel, 10 plain sts in center.

Work to end of rnd in St st, being careful to work each slyo as 1 st. Work 1 more rnd even. heel bottom Work back and forth on 36 sts of heel as foll: short-row 1 (RS) Knit to last 12 heel sts, turn. short-row 2 Slyo, p11, turn. short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created on previous row, knit slyo as 1 st, k1, turn. short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created

colors of the andes 119 Riot of C o l o r morocco Riot of C o l o r morocco

he colorfully patterned motifs of North Africa T are exciting and luminous. The traditional tiles are abundantly embellished and decorated with gold accents and artful ornaments. Saturated tones of red from crimson to ruby are often on display.

Finished size 8¾" (22 cm) Needles U.S. size 1 (2.25 mm): foot circumference and 9½ set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). (10¼, 11)" (24 [26, 28] cm) Adjust needle size if necessary long from back of heel to tip to obtain the correct gauge. of toe. To fit U.S. women’s Notions Marker (m); about shoe sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, 2 yd (2 m) gold metallic 9–10½) (European sizes embroidery thread; tapestry 36–37 [38–39, 40–41]). needle. Socks shown measure 36 sts and 40 rnds = 10¼" (26 cm) long. Gauge 4" (10 cm) in charted patt. Yarn Fingering (Super Fine #1). Shown here: Regia 4-ply (75% wool, 25% nylon; 229 yd [209 m]/50 g): #1078 cardinal, 2 balls, and #2002 cherry, 1 ball.

121 Cuff HeeL stitch guide With cherry, CO 72 sts. Do not join. Knit 1 Place first 20 sts of rnd and last 20 sts of row. With cardinal, knit 2 rows. With rnd onto one needle—40 sts total. Heel rotation cherry, knit 2 rows. will be worked back and forth in rows on Bring right needle to back of these 40 sts; rem 40 sts will be worked next row With cherry, k3, *1 rotation work, down and under knitted later for instep. (see Stitch Guide), k6; rep from * to last 3 fabric, then in front of fabric sts, 1 rotation, k3. Arrange sts evenly onto and up—right needle has made heel flAp 4 dpn, place marker (pm), and join for one rotation around knitted working in the rnd, being careful not to With RS facing, join cardinal. fabric, and 1 twist is inserted in twist sts. fabric between needles. next row (RS) Knit. With cardinal, work in k1 through back next row (dec row) K1, p2, *p2tog, p6; loop (tbl), p1 rib for 10 rnds. rep from * 3 more times, p2tog, p2, k1—35 sts rem.

Leg next row Knit. next rnd *K9, M1 (see Glossary); rep next row K1, purl to last st, k1. from * to end—80 sts. Rep last 2 rows 15 more times. Work Rows 1–12 of Border chart.

Work Rows 1–24 of Tile chart. Break both turn heel yarns. Work short-rows (see Glossary) as foll:

short-row 1 (RS) K19, ssk, k1, turn. tile Tile short-row 2 Sl 1, p4, p2tog, p1, turn. cardinal cardinalcardinal short-row 3 Sl 1, knit to 1 st before gap 2323 cherry created on previous row, ssk, k1, turn. cherrycherry 2121 pattern repeat short-row 4 Sl 1, purl to 1 st before gap pattern repeat pattern repeat created on previous row, p2tog, p1, turn. 1919 Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 five more 1717 times—21 heel sts rem.

1515 next short-row (RS) Sl 1, knit to 1 st borderBorder before gap created on previous row, ssk, 1313 turn—20 heel sts rem. 1111 1111 next short-row Sl 1, purl to 1 st before

99 99 gap created on previous row, p2tog, turn—19 heel sts rem. 77 77

ShApe guSSet 55 55 next rnd With an empty needle (Needle 33 33 1), k19 heel sts, pick up and knit 16 sts

1 1 1 1 along edge of heel flap; work Row 1 of Tile

122 around the world in knitted socks chart (Needles 2 and 3); with another needle (Needle 4), pick up and knit 16 sts along edge of heel flap, k9 from Needle 1—91 sts total; 26 sts on Needle 1, 20 sts each on Needles 2 and 3, 25 sts on Needle 4. next rnd needle 1 *K1 with cherry, k1 with cardinal; rep from * to last 2 sts, k2 with cherry; needles 2 and 3 Work next row of Tile chart; needle 4 K2 with cherry, *k1 with cardinal, k1 with cherry; rep from * to last st, k1 with cardinal.

Rep last rnd 2 more times. next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 Work in patt to last 3 sts, k2tog with cherry, k1 with cherry; needles 2 and 3 Work next row of Tile chart; needle 4 K1 with cherry, ssk with cherry, work sts in colors as they appear to end—2 sts dec’d.

Cont in patt, rep dec rnd every 4th rnd 5 more times—79 sts rem; 20 sts each on Needles 1–3, 19 sts on Needle 4. foot Work even in patt as established for 30 (36, 43) more rnds, ending with Row 7 (13, 20) of Tile chart. With cardinal, knit 1 rnd. Break cherry. toe next rnd (dec rnd) *K3, k2tog; rep from * 14 more times, k4—64 sts rem; 16 sts on each needle. next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 finisHing embroidery K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d. Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. With gold threaded on a tapestry needle, Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, embroider stars between twists at cuff. every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 draw through rem sts and pull tight. times, then every rnd 7 times—8 sts rem. Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends.

riot of color 123

Herringbone from K IE L germAny

n Northern Germany, you hardly see the abundant I diversity of patterns found in the alpine regions. The knitting patterns are simpler, the lines are clear and unadorned. The style is graphic, and the designs are reminiscent of weaving patterns.

Finished size 8¼" (21 cm) Needles U.S. size 2 (2.75 mm): circumference and 9¾ (10¼, set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). 10½)" (25 [26, 26.5] cm) long Adjust needle size if necessary from back of heel to tip of toe. to obtain the correct gauge. To fit U.S. women’s shoe Notions Marker (m); sizes 5–6½ (7–8½, 9–10½) tapestry needle. (European sizes 36–37 34 sts and 40 rnds = [38–39, 40–41]). Socks shown Gauge 4" (10 cm) in herringbone patt. measure 10¼" (26 cm) long. Notes For U.S. women’s Yarn Fingering (Super Fine shoe sizes 5–6½ (European #1). Shown here: Regia Cotton sizes 36–37), choose 100% 4-ply (41% wool, 34% cotton, wool yarn. 25% nylon; 220 yd [201 m]/50 g): #0037 petrol (dark blue), 2 balls, and #0088 turquoise, 1 ball. (See Notes.)

125 Cuff HeeL next rnd needle 1 Knit, being careful to work slyo as 1 st; needles 2 and 3 Attach With dark blue, CO 60 sts. Arrange sts Heel is worked back and forth using turquoise, work next row of Herringbone evenly onto 4 dpn, place marker (pm), short-rows (see Glossary) over 35 sts of chart, break turquoise; needle 4 Knit, and join for working in the rnd, being Needles 1 and 4; rem 35 sts will be being careful to work slyo as 1 st. Work 1 careful not to twist sts. worked later for instep. Work heel in dark more rnd even. Work in k1, p1 rib for 15 rnds. blue; break turquoise. heel bottom next rnd *K6, M1 (see Glossary); rep heel top from * to end—70 sts; 17 sts each on Work back and forth on 35 sts of Needles short-row 1 (RS) K15, turn. Needles 1 and 3, 18 sts each on Needles 2 1 and 4 as foll: and 4. short-row 2 Slyo (see Glossary), purl short-row 1 (RS) Knit to last 11 sts of to end, turn. Needle 1, turn.

Leg short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created short-row 2 Slyo, p12, turn. Work Rows 1–4 of Herringbone chart 10 on previous row, turn. short-row 3 Slyo, knit to slyo created times, then work Rows 1 and 2 once more; short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created on previous row, knit slyo as 1 st, k1, turn. piece measures about 6¼" (16 cm) from on previous row, turn. CO. Sl last 2 sts of Needle 1 onto Needle 2 short-row 4 Slyo, purl to slyo created Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 ten more times, and last 2 sts of Needle 3 onto Needle on previous row, purl slyo as 1 st, p1, turn. then work Short-row 3 once more, but do 4—15 sts each on Needles 1 and 3, 20 sts Rep Short-rows 3 and 4 ten more times. not turn—12 slyo sts at each end of heel, each on Needles 2 and 4. 11 plain sts in center. next row Slyo, k19 (to end of rnd)—fi rst and last sts of heel are slyos.

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126 around the world in knitted socks foot Resume working in the rnd, working rem 2 slyo as 1 st on first rnd. Rep Rows 1–4 of Herringbone chart until foot measures 7¼ (7¾, 8)" (18.5 [19.5, 20.5] cm) from back of heel, ending with Row 2 or 4 of chart. Break turquoise. next rnd (dec rnd) needle 1 K15; needle 2 K16, k2tog, sl next 2 sts to Needle 3; Needle 3 K17; needle 4 K16, k2tog, sl next 2 sts to Needle 1—68 sts rem; 17 sts on each needle. toe next rnd (dec rnd) needles 1 and 3 Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1; needles 2 and 4 K1, ssk, knit to end—4 sts dec’d.

Rep dec rnd every 4th rnd once more, every 3rd rnd 2 times, every 2nd rnd 3 times, then every rnd 8 times—8 sts rem. finisHing Break yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. With tail threaded on a tapestry needle, draw through rem sts and pull tight. Fasten off on WS. Weave in loose ends.

herringbone from kiel 127 128 around the world in knitted socks glossary& KNITTING Techniques

glossary 129 abbreviations

beg(s) begin(s); beginning ssk slip 2 stitches knitwise, one at wyb with yarn in back BO bind off a time, from the left needle to wyf with yarn in front CC contrasting color right needle, insert left needle yd yard(s) cm centimeter(s) tip through both front loops yo yarnover and knit together from this cn cable needle * repeat starting point position (1 stitch decrease) CO cast on * * repeat all instructions between st(s) stitch(es) cont continue(s); continuing asterisks St st stockinette stitch dec(s) decrease(s); decreasing ( ) alternate measurements tbl through back loop dpn double-pointed needles and/or instructions tog together foll follow(s); following [ ] work instructions as a group WS wrong side g gram(s) a specified number of times inc(s) increase(s); increasing k knit k1f&b knit into the front and back of same stitch CO edge kwise knitwise, as if to knit cuff m marker(s) Anatomy of a MC main color top-down sock mm millimeter(s) M1 make one (increase) M1L make one left (increase) M1p make one purlwise (increase) M1R make one right (increase)

p purl gusset decreases p1f&b purl into front and back leg of same stitch patt(s) pattern(s) instep psso pass slipped stitch over pwise purlwise, as if to purl toe rem remain(s); remaining

rep repeat(s); repeating toe rev St st reverse stockinette stitch heel shaping rnd(s) round(s) flap RS right side sl slip heel turn sl st slip st (slip 1 stitch purlwise unless otherwise indicated) gusset

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130 around the world in knitted socks stitch The instructions in each pattern give the number of stitches on each needle. Working on four needles From the CO edge, stitches are divided among distribution needles that are numbered clockwise, usually beginning at the back of the heel (figure 1). The heel is generally worked on the stitches on Needles 1 and 4, so that the & numbering beginning of the round is at the back of the sock and under the foot. However, for some patterns it is simpler to have the beginning of the round at the side of the sock and of needles work the heel on a different pair of needles. Working on Three needles Sometimes it is simpler to divide the stitches among three needles (figure 2). In this case, the heel is usually worked on half of the stitches. Stitches are then redistributed before knitting the heel by slipping stitches from one needle to another. Working on TWo CirCular needles When working large pattern repeats, it is sometimes easier to use two circular needles instead of four double points. Stitches are then divided such that one needle holds the stitches for the front of the leg and the other needle holds the stitches for the back of the leg (figure 3). The sole and instep stitches are divided in the same way. To set up for working on two circular needles, cast all stitches onto one circular needle, then slip one-half of the stitches onto the cable of a second circular needle, or cast the appropriate number of stitches directly onto each needle. Join for working in the round, being careful not to twist the cast-on. When using this method, it is very important to keep the needles from getting mixed up. Knit the first half of the stitches from one end to the other of the first needle (the needle on which they sit) while the second needle “rests,” then do the same with the other stitches and needle. The heel is centered on the beginning of the round as for other methods. In the round before beginning the heel, rearrange the stitches to center the heel as foll: Work all stitches of Needle 1 as established, then work the stitches that would be on Dpn 3 from Needle 2 to Needle 1. With Needle 2, work the remaining stitches from Needle 2, then work the stitches that would be on Dpn 1 from Needle 1 to Needle 2. This rotates the sock one-quarter round.

> Needle 3 Circular Needle 1 holding sts Needle 2 > from Needles 1 and 2

Needle 2 >

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Figure 1: Working on four needles Figure 2: Working on three needles Figure 3: Working on circular needles

glossary 131 slipped Yarnover (slYo) Slipped yarnovers make it possible to knit a Short-Row short-row heel with no holes. Heels After turning the work, bring the yarn to the front as if to purl. With the right needle, slip the next stitch as if to purl (figure ).1 Wrap the yarn over the top of the right-hand needle and pull tightly so that both legs of the stitch from the row below are stretched over the needle (figure ).2 Bring the working yarn to the back of the right needle before working the next stitch. Slipped yarnovers are worked the same way on both right side and wrong side rows. To continue purling a WS row, bring the yarn to the front under the right needle (figure ).3

Figure 1: Slip one stitch purlwise Figure 2: Pull yarn tightly over needle Figure 3: Bring yarn to front under right needle

Working a slipped Yarnover To knit a slipped yarn-over, carefully insert the right needle under both legs of the stitch and work them together (shown from the right side in figure 1 and from the wrong side in figure ).2 Be careful not to mistake each leg of the stitch for two separate stitches and accidentally increase.

Figure 1: Working a slipped yarnover Figure 2: Working a slipped yarnover

132 around the world in knitted socks right & left The way that two stitches are knitted together determines whether they lean to the - - right or to the left. These decreases are important when knitting lace patterns, uniform leaning gusset decreases on a heel, or symmetrical toe shaping. Right-Leaning Decrease (k2tog) Insert right-hand needle into two decreases stitches at once and knit them together (figure 1). Left-Leaning Decrease (ssk) Slip two stitches, one at a time, from left needle to right needle (figure 2). Insert left needle tip through both front loops and knit stitches together (figure 3).

Figure 1: Right-leaning decrease (k2tog) Figure 2: Left-leaning decrease (ssk), Step 1 Figure 3: Left-leaning decrease (ssk), Step 2

twisted Many patterns from Alpine countries owe their beauty to twisted traveling stitches. Twisted Knit Work a twisted knit stitch (k1tbl) by inserting the right needle into traveling the back of the next stitch from right to left, then wrapping the yarn to knit it as usual (figure 1). The stitch has been rotated 180˚ and appears more pronounced. stitches Twisted Purl Work a twisted purl stitch (p1tbl) by inserting the right needle into the back of the stitch from left to right and proceeding to purl (figure 2). The stitch now appears as a twisted knit stitch on the wrong side. This technique is useful when a pattern requires twisted stitches in a heel flap, which is worked back and forth rather than in the round.

Figure 1: Twisted knit (k1tbl) Figure 2: Twisted purl (p1tbl)

Glossary 133 twisted righT TWisT WiTh Cable needle Slip one stitch onto a cable needle and traveling hold in back of work, knit one stitch from the left needle through the back loop, then stitches either knit one stitch through back loop or purl one stitch from the cable needle (as (cont.) given in directions). righT TWisT WiThouT Cable needle Insert the right needle from front to back into the right leg of the second stitch from the tip of the left needle and knit it without dropping it from the left needle (figure 1). Then work the first stitch as either a twisted knit stitch or a purl stitch (as given in directions) and slip both stitches off the needle. lefT TWisT WiTh Cable needle Slip one stitch onto a cable needle and hold in front of work, knit one stitch from the left needle through back loop, then knit one stitch from cable needle through the back loop. lefT TWisT WiThouT Cable needle Insert the right needle from right to left behind the left needle into the back leg of the second stitch on the left needle and knit it without dropping it from the left needle (figure 2). Then knit the first stitch through the back loop and slip both stitches off.

Figure 1: Right twist without a cable needle Figure 2: Left twist without a cable needle Figure 3: Left purl twist without a cable needle

lefT purl TWisT WiTh Cable needle Slip one stitch onto a cable needle and hold in front of work, purl one stitch, then knit the stitch from cable needle through the back loop. lefT purl TWisT WiThouT Cable needle Slip the first stitch purlwise, slip the second stitch knitwise, then replace the rotated stitches on the left needle. On the WS of the work, purl the second stitch (figure 3), but do not slip stitch from needle yet. Then knit the first stitch through back loop and slip both stitches off together.

134 around the world in knitted socks These patterns are worked with at least two colors per row, a background color and a TwO-COLOR contrast color. As a rule they are knit in stockinette stitch and indicated with charts. STRANDED While knitting with one color, the other is floating across the back of the work; the more stitches there are to be knit in a given color, the longer the floats. The floats shouldn’t KNITTING exceed eight to ten stitches when working with 4-ply sock yarn in U.S. needle size of 1–3 (2.25–3.25 mm).

Trapping The floaTs There is a risk of getting snagged when putting on or taking off a garment with floats. To prevent snags, catch the float about midway through its length so that it is snug against the fabric (figure 1).When trapping the float, prevent its showing through by trapping the yarn behind a stitch of a less contrasting color. lengTh of floaTs For a consistent fabric, it is important that the length of the floats be as even as possible. To prevent a float that is too short and causes the fabric to pucker (figure 2), spread out the stitches on the right needle (figure 3). Press your right index finger on the working yarn so that the float will be the right length.

Figure 1: Trapping floats Figure 2: Too-short floats Figure 3: Spread out stitches on right needle

glossary 135 Changing needles The next big challenge is at the junction between two TwO-COLOR needles (figure 1). The most helpful technique is to spread the stitches on the needle STRANDED as wide as they will be when the sock is worn and hold the yarn near the needle. After KNITTING knitting the first stitch in a new color, line up the previous and new needles and (cont.) measure the amount of yarn required (figure 2). Beginners often find stranded knitting easier on two circular needles because the needle only changes twice per round instead of three or four times, and the flexible cable of the circular needle might make it easier to spot floats that are too tight.

Figure 1: Changing Needles Figure 2: Changing Needles

holding The Yarn How you hold your yarn is a matter of personal preference. Being relaxed and creating a smooth fabric are more important than speed. The best thing to do is to experiment with the suggested methods and figure out what works best for you. both yarns in the left hand To hold both yarns in the left hand, lay them both over the left index finger(figure 1). You may choose to wrap them around your pinkie finger for tension. When one color is used more often than the other, it quickly becomes tight around your finger. This method of holding the yarn allows you to quickly adjust the length of both strands and return to your customary hold while knitting. One disadvan-

Figure 1: Both yarns in left hand Figure 2: Variation on both yarns in left hand

136 around the world in knitted socks tage of this method for holding yarn is that both strands are held to the same side as the working needle and can become easily twisted when adjusting the tension. variation on both yarns in left hand Lay the first strand as usual from back to front over the left index finger, then lay the second strand from front to back (figure 2, previous page). Wrap both strands together one more time around the left pinkie. This grasp prevents the twisting of the yarn, but it is more difficult to keep both strands the same length. one yarn in each hand In two-handed knitting, one strand of yarn lies over each index finger (figure 3). Each strand must be allowed to run through the fingers at a different rate to maintain the same length. Yarns hardly ever get tangled using this method, and it is no problem to use the yarns at different rates. This grasp requires a little practice and is suitable for more experienced knitters. one yarn at a time The easiest way of knitting with two colors is to lay the working strand over the left index finger for Continental knitters (figure 4) or over the right for English-style knitters. The unused strand hangs off the back of the knitting. To change colors, drop the first strand and lay the second strand over the index finger. The tension of the yarn is easiest to manage with this method, and even beginners can easily manage two yarns. It is very easy to trap a float, and as you are manually wrapping the yarns around one another, it is easy to anticipate and avoid tangles.

Figure 3: One yarn in each hand Figure 4: One yarn at a time gauge Stranded knitting fabric is always tighter than stockinette fabric, which means that more stitches are needed to work the same diameter. Stranded knitting is also less elastic, so there should be a little extra width built into the sock as well. The floats running through the inside of the sock help make it thicker and warmer than a solid color sock knit from the same yarn. Be sure to block stranded knitting when it is complete or at least dampen and stretch gently into desired shape. It will become more even in appearance.

glossary 137 Size 8° (2.6 mm) seed beads are especially well-suited for knitting socks with 4-ply KNITTING yarn. Craft and bead shops offer them in many different colors and finishes. wITH sTringing beads Before knitting the beaded patterns in the book, you will need to string the beads onto the working yarn. It is simplest to use a sewing needle. Cut a bEADS 12"–16" (30.5–40.5 cm) piece of strong sewing thread, fold it in half, and thread it through the sewing needle. Pull about 8" (20.5 cm) of yarn through the loop. With the help of the sewing needle, all the beads can be slid onto the sock yarn (figure 1). To count the beads, it is helpful to pick up five at a time and slide them up the yarn in blocks of fifty. Once all the beads are threaded, slide them about 3 yd farther up the yarn. Cast on the number of stitches specified and follow the instructions as usual. Slide the beads up the working thread as needed or farther down the yarn to keep them out of the way. plaCing beads Where a bead stitch is indicated on the chart, insert the right needle as if to knit and slide a bead up close to the needle. As you knit the stitch, pull the bead through, too. The bead should sit on the right leg of the stitch (figure 2).

Figure 1: Stringing beads Figure 2: Bead on right leg of stitch

kniTTing TWisTed bead sTiTChes The simplest way to place beads in knitting is with a twisted stitch. The stitch that contains a bead is worked as a twisted stitch on the next row or round, securing the bead in place. This rotates both legs of the stitch so that the beads cannot slip (figure 3). Be careful that the bead sits on the right leg of the stitch. This technique is most common when there is a single row of beads in the design.

Figure 3: Bead stitches in stockinette stitch

138 around the world in knitted socks bead sTiTChes in sToCkineTTe sTiTCh Stitches are more even when beads are worked in stockinette stitches, though you have to watch closely because a bead can easily slip from the right to left leg of a stitch, changing the appearance of the pattern. Knitting beads in stockinette-stitch fabric is well-suited for knitting an entire pattern, not just one row. For this technique, work every stitch as a knit stitch regard- less of whether you’ll be knitting another bead. If the bead is not placed on the right leg of the stitch, slip the beaded stitch as if to knit, then insert the left needle from left to right and knit. This allows you to control the position of the bead more easily. Bead knitting in stockinette stitch should not be too loose. If it is, you may find that after washing, the beads have migrated to the inside of your sock.

The cast-on edge of a piece of knitting that has been worked provisionally can be pROvISIONAL opened up and worked in the opposite direction. This technique can be used to add CAST-ON an afterthought heel, create a hem, or work a sock from side to side. Choose a contrasting colored yarn that is somewhat thicker than the sock yarn. With a crochet hook, make a very loose chain of ten to fifteen more stitches than the desired number of knit stitches. Using the sock yarn, pick up and knit one stitch per “bump” on the back of the chain until you have the desired number of stitches (figure 1). Be careful not to split the strand of yarn. When you are ready to work the cast-on stitches, loosen the end of the chain and pull out the crochet chain slowly and carefully (figure 2). Pick up each revealed stitch and place it on a needle.

Figure 1: Provisional cast-on Figure 2: Remove the crochet chain

glossary 139 The Kitchener stitch can be used to attach parallel rows of live stitches to one another. KITCHENER Begin with the stitches to be joined on two double-pointed needles held parallel to one STITCH another with the stitches to be joined across from one another. There must be the same number of stitches on both needles. Thread a length of matching yarn on a tapestry needle; you will be mimicking the path of a new row of stitches with it. step 1: Insert the tapestry needle purlwise into the first stitch on the front needle and pull the yarn through, leaving the stitch on the needle (figure 1). step 2: Insert the tapestry needle knitwise into the first stitch on the back needle and pull the yarn through, leaving the stitch on the needle (figure 2). step 3: Insert the tapestry needle knitwise into the next stitch on the front needle and pull the yarn through, dropping the stitch from the needle. step 4: Insert the tapestry needle purlwise into the next stitch on the front needle and pull the yarn through, leaving the stitch on the needle (figure 3). step 5: Insert the tapestry needle purlwise into the next stitch on the back needle and pull the yarn through, dropping the stitch from the needle. step 6: Insert the tapestry needle knitwise into the next stitch on the back needle and pull the yarn through, leaving the stitch on the needle (figure 4). Repeat Steps 3–6 to the last two stitches, then repeat Steps 3 and 5 for the remaining two stitches.

Figure 1: Step 1 Figure 2: Step 2

Figure 3: Steps 3 and 4 Figure 4: Steps 5 and 6

140 around the world in knitted socks Weaving in ends Weaving in the ends on socks requires more care because DECORATION there are no edge stitches or seams at your disposal to anchor yarn. It is fairly easy to & FINISHING hide ends in the cast on-edge or toe but be careful with ends in the middle of your sock, as with stranded knitting in general. TOuCHES Use a sharp embroidery needle to pull ends through a single strand on the inside of the sock (figure 1). Floats in stranded knitting are also good places to weave in ends. sashiko embroiderY Cut a strip of foot-shaped cardboard to slip into the sock; this will prevent you from stitching through both layers of fabric. The sock should be stretched slightly while you work so that the embroidery doesn’t pull tight when you put on the sock. Trace two copies of the sashiko design onto tissue paper and pin one to each sock. Stitch directly through the tissue on top of the lines with small stitches, placing the needle into the fabric as accurately as possible (figure 2). Tear out the tissue. balTiC braid Bring both strands to the front of your work. In the rounds to follow, bring the next color to be knitted to the back of the work, knit the stitch, and bring it to front again. rnd 1 *K1 in color A, k1 in color B; rep from * and at the same time, working in St st, lay the strand of the next color over the previously used strand (figure 3). rnd 2 * K1 in color A, k1 in color B; rep from * and at the same time, working in St st, bring the strand of the next color under the previously used strand (figure 4). Rep Rnds 1 and 2 as desired.

Figure 1: Weaving in ends Figure 2: Sashiko Embroidery

Figure 3: Rnd 1 of Baltic Braid Figure 4: Rnd 2 of Baltic Braid

glossary 141 ACKNOwLEDGmENTS

Many heartfelt thanks to Melitta Carola, Barbara, and Miriam, whose needles worked so diligently; to Giovanna Lo Presti for the many long discussions about color and photos; and my family, who endured the mountain of wool with me! Thanks to Coats LLC for their support of this book.

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142 around the world in knitted socks INDEx

Baltic braid 38, 141 twisted knit stitch 133 beads, knitting with 58, 62, 138–139 twisted purl stitch 133 beads, stringing for knitting 138 twisted traveling stitches 133–134 twist, left with and without cast-on 139 cable needle 134 twist, purl with and without decreases 133 cable needle 134 twist, right with and without embroidery 49, 141 cable needle 134 ends, weaving in 141 yarn, holding 136–137 floats 135 yarnover (slyo), slipped 132 gauge 137

Kitchener stitch 140 knit two together (k2tog) decrease 133 lace knitting 61, 71, 105, 109 left-leaning decrease (ssk) 133 needles, changing 136 needles, stitch distribution 131 provisional cast-on right-leaning decrease (k2tog) 133 sashiko embroidery 49, 141 short-rows 132 slip slip knit (ssk) decrease 133 stitches on multiple needles 131 slipped yarnover 132 stockinette stitch, bead stitches in 139 stranded knitting, two-color 15, 43, 97, 109, 135–137 traveling stitches 9, 101 twisted bead stitches, knitting 138

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