Virgo Socks by Laura Peters

Virgo Socks

Knitting
August 2018
Light Fingering ?
32 stitches and 46 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette
US 1 - 2.25 mm
300 - 350 yards (274 - 320 m)
Small (Medium, Large)
English
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This is the seventh pattern from Knit the Stars - a 12 pattern collection of Zodiac-inspired socks. By purchasing the ebook you will automatically receive this, all prior and subsequent patterns in the collection when they are released.


Virgos are practical perfectionists with an incredible eye for detail. These socks are sure to please even the most discerning Virgo with their perfectly planned, complimentary lace panels.

The pattern includes written instructions for toe up and cuff down construction with two needles using the Magic Loop method but any circular knitting method can be used. Instructions are given for a short row heel and tips are given throughout the pattern on technique.


PATTERN INFO
Sizing
Small (Medium, Large)
To fit foot circumference 7 (8, 9)in/18 (20.5, 23)cm

Gauge
32 sts and 46 rnds = 4in/10cm Stockinette
36.5 sts and 43 rnds = 4in/10cm Pinecone Lace Pattern

Yarn
300 - 350yds/275 - 320m Bad Wolf Girl Studios Matte Base (75% superwash merino, 25% nylon, 462yds/423m per 3.5oz/100g skein)
Sample in Luna

Needles
US 1/2.25mm for working in the round; DPNs or 40in/100cm circular for Magic Loop method

Notions
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends