These socks are third in the Main & Mini Sock Series, which aims to use a skein + mini set in ways that are more creative than just contrasting heels/toes. These socks are inspired by tatted lace edgings and feature a hybrid gusset/afterthought heel construction.

Materials:

• Size US 1/2.25 mm double point needles or circular needles for magic loop, or size needed to obtain gauge - Stockinette gauge: 8sts/inch; 11.5 rows/inch
• Fingering weight yarn, approx. 240(300, 350) yds Main Color and 68(75,92) yds Contrasting Color
• Tapestry needle
• 2 regular stitch markers & 1 locking stitch marker
• Length of smooth scrap yarn for afterthought heel
• Tape measure or ruler

Notes:
Sizes: Small (Medium, Large), corresponding to 7.25(8.5, 10)” foot circumference with ~5% negative ease and 60(72, 84) sts around foot/leg

Sample socks are knit with handspun yarn in size Medium.