Leiden is a versatile stranded colourwork sock pattern in two sizes. Tulips adorn the heel and toe, reinforcing the area of most wear. The leg and foot feature a simple stripe pattern punctuated with a slipped stitch which creates a jogless join as well as adding interest. Instructions are provided for working the socks toe up or cuff down.

Techniques
Magic Circle Cast On
Magic Loop
Stranded Colourwork
Italian Tubular Bind Off
Afterthought Heel

Materials
Yarn:
Sian’s Yarns Sock Yarn (75% Superwash wool, 25% nylon; 390 m / 427 yds per per 100 g / 3.52 oz) in three colours:
Yarn 1: Snow - approx 100g
Yarn 2: Watermelon Skin approx 20g
Yarn 3: Terry’s Orange approx 50g

Alternative yarns should be of a similar fibre content and length per 100 g / 3.52 oz.

Knitting needles
2.25 mm / US 1; 80 cm / 32” circular knitting needle

Notions
30 cm “waste“ 4ply/ fingering weight yarn for afterthought heel - it should be distinctive from Yarn 1 and 2.
Stitch marker for BOR
Optional: 8 stitch markers for chart repeats
Scissors
Tapestry needle

Gauge
All measurements are taken after blocking.
10 cm x 10 cm/ 4” x 4” =
40 sts x 48 rounds in Half Twisted Rib
36 sts x 56 rounds in Stripe Pattern
36 sts x 48 rounds in colourwork pattern

Size
Sizes 1(2)
With finished circumference of 17.5 (20) cm / 7 (8)” and customisable length.

Intended to be worn with 2 — 3 cm / 0.75 — 1.25“ of negative ease.

Schematic with detailed measurements provided in the pattern.