Learn It
Instructions
These socks are worked from the toe up with aBosnian toe. The entire sock is worked in the
round except for the initial portion of the toe.
Stitches are worked in scrap yarn to create
the heel opening. After the rest of the sock has
been completed, the scrap yarn is removed
and the heel is worked.
Difficulty:
Category: Knitting
Type of item: Accessory
For: Unisex
Style: Outdoorsy, Casual, Classic, Funky, Traditional
Materials
Brown Sheep Nature Spun Sport Weight (2 balls of main color, 1 ball of contrasting color) check www.brownsheep.com for your local yarn store 1 set US #2 / 2.75mm double-point needles or 2 circular needles US #2 / 2.75mm 1 set US #4 / 3.5mm double-point needles or 2 circular needles US #4/ 3.5mm double-point needles (be sure to check gauge) Other Supplies: Scrap yarn for heel opening Tapestry needle Scissors Ruler or tape measure Stitch markers
What was your inspiration?
I've seen wonderful socks from Eastern Europe in museums and these are a simplified version of those socks, perfect for learning the techniques.
What are you most proud of?
I love the way the diamond pattern flows up from the foot onto the leg.
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