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Dancing Fireflies
Sizes
1 (2, 3)
Finished Measurements
Sock circumference: 20 (22.5, 25) cm / 7.9 (8.9, 9.9) in
Socks should be made with 2–4 cm (0.8–1.6 in) negative ease. Sample shown in size 1 worn on size EU 40–41 (25 cm / 10 in) feet with 23 cm (9 in) circumference.
Height from cast on edge to top edge of the heel: 16.5 cm (6.5 in)
Foot length: adjustable
Gauge
32 sts and 36 rows = 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in) in Chart 2 pattern worked in the round on 3.00 mm (US 2.5) needles for colorwork, washed and blocked
Yarn Requirements
213 (238, 268) m / 234 (262, 295) yd / 50 (56, 63) g fingering weight sock yarn in color A
146 (165, 183) m / 160 (180, 200) yd / 40 (45, 50) g fingering weight yarn (preferably sock yarn, though I used Dyed in the Wool which is not your typical sock yarn) in color B
Note: Yardage is given for size EU 40–41 (25 cm / 10 in).
Needles
2.00 mm (US 0) circular needles, with 80–100 cm (32–40 in) cable for magic loop, for heels and toes
2.25 mm (US 1) circular needles, with 80–100 cm (32–40 in) cable for magic loop, for the hem
3.00 mm (US 2.5) circular needles, with 80–100 cm (32–40 in) cable for magic loop, for the colorwork
Notions
2 stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Sock blockers (optional)
Yarn used for the sample
Color A: Zufibres Platinum Sock, 75 % superwash merino, 25 % nylon (425 m / 100 g)
Color B: Spincycle Yarns Dyed in the Wool, 100 % superwash American wool (183 m / 200 yd / 50 g)
Colorways shown:
Color A: Advent Calendar 2024, Week 1
Color B: Vibe Check
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