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Lovers in Line
A pair of socks with a rich, vibrant appearance. The variegated yarn adds depth and movement to the colorwork, while the contrasting pattern gives the overall design structure and a sense of calm. The motifs flow seamlessly across the foot and leg while the heel grabs the decreases giving the sock a sturdy and cozy feeling
The socks look sturdy and warm, with a clear handmade charm. These are not “quick” socks but socks you knit with care and wear with pride or give as a gift. They tell a story of time, patience, and the joy of making.
Yarn
330 (380, 430, 480) yards of fingering weight/sockweight yarn
Sample uses Schoppel Zauberball Crazy in color 2546 Warm Botanical Garden (100 grams/420 meters) as color A and Durable Sock in colour 2172 Cream (50 grams/210 meters) as colour B.
For all sizes: 1 main color and 1 contrast color are enough. Keep in mind that making the socks longer or having a different
gauge might result in more or less yardage needed.
Gauge
30 stitches and 46 rounds = 4”in stockinette stitch, knit in the round
Sizes
1 (2, 3)
Finished measurements unstretched:
Cuff: 7.5 (8, 8.5)”
Leg (is adjustable): 6”
Foot (is adjustable) 9 (10, 11, 11.5)”
Needles
Using size US 1.5 (2.50 mm) or one size smaller than gauge needles for the cuff, heel and toes and US 2 (3 mm) or any size to obtain gauge for the color work.
Notions
3 stitch markers, scissors and a darning needle
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- First published: March 2026
- Page created: March 6, 2026
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