The design for this pattern came to me after finishing a pair of socks. The remaining sock yarn was not enough for a full pair of socks. I decided to design an ankle pair with a lace design so the yarn would not go to waste. I have been able to get 2 pairs from a 100-gram skein of solid or hand-painted yarn. To use a self-patterning yarn be prepared to make at least one pair of fraternal socks.