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Checkers Socks
Mone cleverly combines stranded colorwork and textured stitches in these top-down socks. Some assembly required, but the results are worth it. Knit these up in a variety of colorways for men or women.
FINISHED SIZE 6½ (7¼, 8¼)“ (16.5 [18.5, 21] cm) foot circumference and 7¾ (9, 9¾)” (19.5 [23, 25] cm) long from back of heel to tip of toe; foot length is adjustable. Socks shown measure 7¼“ (18.5 cm).
YARN Cascade Yarns Heritage (75% superwash merino wool, 25% nylon; 437 yd [400 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #5633 Italian plum (MC) and #5659 primavera (CC), 1 skein each.
NEEDLES U.S. size 1½ (2.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
NOTIONS Markers (m); stitch holder; crochet hook (if desired to pick up stitches); tapestry needle.
GAUGE 32 sts and 44 rows = 4” (10 cm) in St st; 38 sts and 42 rows = 4” (10 cm) in colorwork patt.
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- First published: August 2015
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