A debutante and her partner waltz and twirl, creating a simple, yet lovely cable design. This pattern was inspired by a debutante ball and the beautiful and intricate patterns created by the young dancers.

These socks have a basic, twisted, cable design and are suitable for the cabling debutante, but will also keep the interest of a seasoned knitter. The pattern is mirrored on the second sock, creating a pleasing pair.

The pattern is written to fit a 23cm/9” foot circumference, and the fit is very similar to a plain sock of 64sts. It would not be difficult to adapt the pattern for other stitch counts or yarn weights.

A debutante ball was originally quite an aristocratic affair, announcing a young woman’s entrance into society and thus her marriageability. They are still a popular event in parts of Australia, particularly in the rural areas of Victoria and New South Wales. They have evolved to become open to all, but still retain the formal dancing and white gowns.

Technical editing by Butterscotch Press.

Thank you to my test knitters DawnTurner, Kimzboyz, Mooms and Noli.