Cable Socks by Sarah Dallas

Cable Socks

Knitting
January 2005
DK (11 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
in over Cable pattern using size 6 (4mm) needles
US 6 - 4.0 mm
615 - 630 yards (562 - 576 m)
English

Summary Two sizes (S-M, M-L), top-down, four double-pointed needles, spare needle & cable needle required.

Additional Size Information

To fit foot length:

  • S-M = 9 in, 24 cm
  • M-L = 10 in, 26 cm

Additional Yarn Information

  • Dusty Pink (959) 4 balls
  • Burgundy (910) 1 ball
  • Pale Lime (901) small amount for edging

From Sarah Dallas’ Pattern Description:

Cable-knit patterns are great for socks as they have extra elasticity. Knitted in a wool/cotton yarn, the toes and heels are a rich burgundy, while the ribbing has pale lime-green tips.