Kitchener: Foot Soldiers

Horatio Herbert Kitchener was one of the most prominent British military figures of the Great War, and his lasting impact has not been forgotten over the past century.

The grid work designs on this sock pattern are representative of the order and uniformity of the military. The small waffle texture on the sock retains heat well (and prevents trench foot!) and is engaging but not overwhelming, while the intriguing heel construction hearkens back to the increases in industrialization, mechanization, and technological advancement. Knit out of squishy and delicious Malabrigo Sock, this project is perfect for travel knitting: a one skein project with easy-to-memorize stitch patterns.

Yarn:
Malabrigo Sock (pictured in Violeta Africana), 100% superwash merino, 440 yds/402m per 3.53 oz/100g skein 1 skein OR 400 yds fingering weight wool or wool/nylon blend yarn appropriate for socks

Needles and notions:
US size 1 (2.25 mm) double-pointed needles (DPNs), OR needle size to obtain gauge
Yarn needle

Gauge:
32 sts and 43 rows to 4 inches/10 cm

Sizing:
One size, to comfortable fit foot circumference 8-9 inches around