Chunky Book Sock by Lizzie.Clark

Chunky Book Sock

Knitting
May 2022
Blacker Yarns Devon Closewool Aran
Aran (8 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in Stocking Stitch (St-st)
US 6 - 4.0 mm
306 - 383 yards (280 - 350 m)
Medium 5-8 UK/Large 9-11 UK
English
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PLEASE NOTE THIS IS KNITTED ON A CIRCULAR NEEDLE (80cm)

It was lovely working with this nice thick, hardwearing Blacker Yarns Devon Aran (and local too). I wanted to create something functional (for keeping your feet warm and comfortable) no matter what the elements throw at us, and a trendy accessory - great with ankle boots.

I made this sock cuff fairly short so that it would look like what the American’s would call a ‘Boot Cuff’. Here in the UK, we would call it an ‘Ankle Warmer’. It would look just the part at the top of your Chelsea Boot, and allow you to see the detail of the pattern.

I wanted to include a small amount of cable stitch but nice and easy for the beginner. I have chosen to knit this on a circular needle using ‘The Magic Loop’ method. (It could also be knitted using sock needles if you prefer them and already know how to use them).

I personally really like the 2x1 Rib and I like to knit into the back of the stitch to create a nice neat/tight finish. Finally the purl definition rows were included just to add that little bit more to the design but again nothing too complex…

I hope you enjoy knitting these quaint little socks, perfect to use as a walking boot sock or for going out…

As I have said in the pattern, always do your Tension Square and adjust as stated, if need be.
Yarn: For the best results, I have recommend the luxurious Blacker Yarns ‘Breeds’ Aran 100% Pure Wool
Breed: Devon Closewool Pure Wool
Ball/Skein Length: c.50g c.70m (c.76yds)
Finish (Woollen or Worsted): Woollen
Handle: Medium

Blacker Yarns specialise in breed specific British Wool yarn all spun and processed in Cornwall and consist of 100% natural fibres.

The pattern could be knitted with other Aran wool, but do your test square first to ensure you are going to have enough yarn.

The pattern uses:
200g-250g of Aran yarn (100% Wool)
You will also need 8 stitch markers and a wool needle to sew together