From the pattern description on the Soxie.com website

These socks were so-named because the design resembles artichoke leaves, as depicted in the two insert pictures. The top insert shows how the design looks knitted with a mult-colored yarn.

Also, don’t let the thin snake-like appearance of the sock pictured discourage you from trying out this pattern. When you put the sock on, it really looks beautiful on your foot and your ankle.

Yarn Requirements

1 skein of Opal sock yarn (or other sock yarn of your choice)