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Knitting: Irish Shoal Socks
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Irish Shoal Socks

Pattern Info

This project was designed by Desert Rose.
Info can be found at:

irish Shoal Socks »

Instructions

Due to the very stretchy nature of the leg & instep lace pattern, these socks will fit a foot circumference of 7 1/2 to 8 1/2 inches, and a leg of up to 12 inches at the top of the cuff.

The cast on must also be very stretchy to match the stretch of the lace.

Difficulty:

Category: Knitting

Type of item: Clothing

For: Women

Style: Traditional, Casual, Classic


Materials

450 yds/4 oz sock yarn; US 2 (3.0mm) dpns; tapestry needle.

What was your inspiration?

The "Giants Causeway" in the North Sea off the coast of Ireland - a unique formation of basalt columns.

What are you most proud of?

This pattern captures the wonder of the Causeway surrounded by the North Sea.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

The lace pattern for the leg is in chart form only, it spirals around the leg. Make sure you use a very stretchy cast on.

 

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