Reverse Psockology by Anne Pettigrew

Reverse Psockology

This pattern is available for free.
Errata available: pettigrew.org.uk

Top-down reverse stocking stitch socks with lace panel and short-row heel and toe.

In the 2008 Stitch’n Bitch calendar version of this pattern it calls for a gauge of 32 sts per inch! 8 sts per inch would be more appropriate.

(Or use the version linked to from here, where you can calculate your own number of stitches based on your gauge and foot size.)

Also found in Knitting Pattern a Day Calendar 2008 on January 28

Designer’s Note:
I know some people have had problems getting the lace panel symmetrical. I’ve been having a play - you can see what I think gives the best results here