Ifthen Socks by Shanel Wu

Ifthen Socks

Knitting
December 2017
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
8 stitches = 1 inch
in stockinette
US 1 - 2.25 mm
300 - 550 yards (274 - 503 m)
Adult S, M, and L
English
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Yarn Requirements
You’ll need 100g self-striping sock yarn in MC. Optionally, you’ll also need 20g sock yarn in the same weight in CC.

Sample used Knit Picks Felici in “Cheshire Grin” (100g/436y) as MC and Knit Picks Stroll in “Sprinkle Heather” (100g/462y) as CC.

Tools

  • Long circular needle for Magic Loop in your preferred size for socks
  • Tapestry needle

Sizing/Gauge
This pattern is written for three sock gauges: S (58 sts), M (66 sts), and L (74 sts). Choose the stitch count that is closest to your normal gauge for vanilla socks.

Sample was knitted on 58 sts with US1/2.25mm needles.

Techniques

This pattern is intended to be knit on Magic Loop or two circular needles. It is written for an intermediate sock knitter looking to expand their sock technique repertoire. Prior to knitting this pattern, you should be familiar with knitting in the round with Magic Loop or two circulars, Judy’s Magic Cast On, basic lace techniques, and German Short Rows. A Pattern Key is provided with a complete list of abbreviations.