Hobbiton Socks by Gwen Moeller

Hobbiton Socks

Knitting
August 2021
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
8 stitches = 1 inch
US 1 - 2.25 mm
250 - 400 yards (229 - 366 m)
56-Stitch, 64-Stitch, 72-Stitch
English
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Perfect for enjoying a cup of tea by the fire, or strolling down a grassy lane, these socks have an easy moss texture, befitting a Hobbit of the Shire.

This pattern in included with the purchase of the West Farthing Socks. (If you have previously purchased that pattern, this pattern is already in your library under the West Farthing pattern).

Size and Gauge:
• This pattern includes three sizes: 56-stitch, 64-stitch, and 72-stitch, which will fit most adults. To adjust fit, go up or down a needle size based on your preferences.
• Approximately 8 stitches per inch.

Needles:
• I used 2.25mm (US size 1) needles, but please use whichever size of sock needles works for you.
• I used 32-inch-long circular needles for magic loop.

Yarn:
• Any fingering weight (1: superfine) yarn, or sock yarn, that includes nylon will work for this pattern.
• You will need between 250-400 yards, depending on the size you make.
• I used a heavy fingering weight, so I sized down.

The (56-stitch) sample I made used:
• Six and Seven Fiber, Clover (fingering weight, 3 ply, 443 yards per 115g skein, 75% superwash Corriedale wool and 25% nylon), in the colorway “Post Box.”
• 265 yards, 60g, used.

Notions:
• Tapestry needle

Skills Needed:
Perfect for the adventurous beginner, this pattern utilizes:
• Knitting and purling
• Increasing and decreasing
• Textured stitches
• Textured heel flap and gusset