With no fancy stitches or unusual techniques these socks are very straightforward to make. So even if you have never made socks before, as long as you are happy knitting and purling and making simple decreases you will enjoy making Castlefield Socks.

The texture is created by the tensions caused by alternating knit and purl stitches. It forms a rib-like fabric with excellent elasticity making it ideal for socks. The texture is gradually reduced down the leg. With less texture on the foot, Castlefield Socks are comfortable to wear in shoes.

The texture makes me think of castle ramparts and battlements, hence the name.

Cast on for the cuff and work in rounds from written instructions or chart to complete the leg. Half the stitches are left on hold while the heel flap is knitted back and forth in slip stitch. The heel is formed by making standard k2tog and ssk decreases - no short rows. Stitches are picked up for the gusset and the foot is worked in rounds to the toe. The top of the foot is textured and the sole is stocking stitch. K2tog decreases form the toe shaping and yarn threaded through the last few stitches to finish. No grafting.
All slip stitches are slipped purl wise unless otherwise instructed.

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