Hill Sheep Socks by Debbie Kershaw

Hill Sheep Socks

Knitting
December 2025
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
32 stitches and 38 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette
US 1½ - 2.5 mm
279 yards (255 m)
one size adult
English
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These socks have been inspired by the sheep I can see from my kitchen window. They are in the distance on a hill, and I love to watch them moving up and down as they graze, even during the first flurries of winter snow.

A top-down construction these socks have a colour work leg, heel flap and heel turn before the gusset and foot are then worked. This is a lovely winter project and makes a perfect gift for a loved one or yourself.

Materials Needed:-

Yarn A British Breeds in Mulberry, approx. 170 m (186 yds) or fingering weight yarn
Yarn B British Breeds in Raw approx. 85 m (93 yards) or fingering weight yarn

Needles Adult medium size uses 2.5mm (US 1½) circular needles, 80 cm long for magic loop, 25 cm circular or DPNs if preferred.

Gauge Over 2.5 mm needle 32 sts and 38 rows to 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 inches) over stockinette stitch.
 
One Size (Adult Medium), other sizes may be achieved by using larger or smaller needles.