Whale Socks are textured socks worked from the cuff down in the round using the Magic Loop method. The leg and the top of the foot feature a sculptural crossed-stitch pattern, while the sole is worked in 11 ribbing for a comfortable and elastic fit.
The pattern is detailed and step-by-step, with exact stitch counts and clear instructions for each size. Photo tutorials and video instructions are included for the more complex techniques.

Materials:
- Any 4-ply sock yarn, approx. 420 m / 100 g or 210 m / 50 g
Recommended yarn: Regia 4 Ply, 75% virgin wool, 25%PM,

• 2.25 or 2.50 mm circular needles with an 80 or 100 cm cable, or size needed to obtain gauge,
• Stitch markers, including BOR marker and pattern markers
• Scissors,
• Tapestry needle.

Yarn usage:
1 skein of 100 g / 420 m yarn
or 2 skeins of 50 g / 210 m yarn

Gauge:
38 sts and 50 rows = 10 x 10 cm in the main stitch pattern after blocking, using 2.25 mm needles.

Sizes:
EU 35/36 (37/38) 39/40 (41/42)

Construction:

• Worked cuff down in the round
• 11 ribbed cuff
• Textured crossed-stitch pattern on the leg and instep 11 ribbing on the sole
• Strong Heel with gusset shaping
• Wedge toe
• Kitchener stitch.

Skill level:
Intermediate and above.