These top-down socks are worked in the round with twist cable and lace patterns. These intermediate socks can be worked with any of the sock knitting methods. A Kitchener toe, twisted rib cuff, and traditional heel make for a classic sock.
Finished Size 8" foot circumference and 9½ " long from tip of toe to back of heel, to fit women’s U.S. shoe size 8. Foot length is adjustable.
Yarn Zitron Trekking Pro Natura (75% wool, 25% bamboo; 459 yd [420 m]/100 g): #1504 latte (brown), 1 skein. Yarn distributed by Skacel.
Yarn Weight #1 - Super Fine
Needles Size 1 (2.25 mm) (see Notes). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 32 sts and 44 rnds = 4" in St st.
Originally Published Interweave Knits Holiday Gifts 2009