Double Cable Socks for Spinners by Kate Larson

Double Cable Socks for Spinners

Knitting
June 2017
DK (11 wpi) ?
29 stitches and 41 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette stitch
US 2 - 2.75 mm
275 - 300 yards (251 - 274 m)
8.75" foot circumference and 9.5" long from back of heel to tip of toe; foot length is adjustable
English

When spinning for socks, I typically use a worsted draw (without twist between my hands). Whether you are using handcarded rolags, roving, or combed top, spinning with a worsted draw will add structure and strength to the final yarn.

Fiber 4.5 oz of washed Columbia locks (includes extra for small samples).

Yarn 4-ply cabled; 275 yd; 1050 ypp; 12 wpi; DK weight.

Needles U.S. size 2 (2.75 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Gauge 29 sts and 41 rnds = 4” in St st.

Notions Markers; cable needle; tapestry needle.

Finished Size 8.75” foot circumference and 9.5” long from
back of heel to tip of toe; foot length is adjustable.