What you'll need
| To fit: | 0-6m | 6-12m | Toddler | Child | XS | S | M | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 Ply - Various
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Product Description
This pattern is part of Clare Devine’s sock knitting series, Sock Anatomy: Dissecting Heels and Toes. It is available as a single pattern or part of the e-book.
Ossa
Swirls of colour dance and play around Ossa; the perfect blank canvas for using up sock scraps and celebrating colour. This sock is knitted from the top down and features an afterthought heel. The heel and toe are shaped using swirl decreases, which often look a little unusual but fit beautifully.
Materials
West Yorkshire Spinners Signature MC Shade: Milk Bottle
CC: Sour Apple, Blackcurrant Bomb, Butterscotch, Bubblegum
Yardage per size varies. For larger sizes and over a UK size 7 you may need up to 150g of yarn.
Gauge
32 sts and 44 rows to 10cm / 4” in stocking stitch worked in the round, blocked.
Sizes
0-6m (6-12m, toddler, child) XS, S, M, L, XL Finished circumference (unstretched): 11.5 (13, 14, 15) 16, 17.5, 20, 22.5, 25 cm / 4.5 (5, 5.5, 6) 6.5, 7, 8, 9, 10” To fit approx: 12.5-14 (14-15, 15-16, 16-17) 18, 19.5, 22, 24,5, 27 cm / 5 – 5.5 (5.5 – 6, 6 – 6.25, 6.25 – 7) 7.25, 7.5, 8.5, 9.5, 10.5”
Ossa Knitted Socks by Clare Devine
What Is Being Made
Ossa is a downloadable knitting pattern for a pair of socks designed by independent designer Clare Devine. This project is suitable for beginner-level knitters looking to develop foundational sock-knitting skills while creating a finished, wearable garment.
Craft and Primary Technique
Ossa is created using knitting as both the primary and sole craft method. The pattern guides knitters through the construction of socks from yarn using needles, following a structured set of written instructions and abbreviations specific to knitting terminology.
Stitches and Stitch Techniques
The Ossa pattern incorporates a Left Twist stitch technique, which is detailed in a dedicated tutorial section within the pattern. This stitch adds textural interest and visual definition to the sock design. The pattern uses standard knitting abbreviations, which are provided in a comprehensive abbreviations section to guide knitters through each row and round of construction.
Materials and Tools
To complete the Ossa socks, knitters will need yarn and knitting needles. The pattern includes a dedicated materials section specifying yarn requirements and needle specifications. A gauge section is provided to help knitters achieve the correct finished dimensions, ensuring proper fit across the range of included sizes.
Pattern Structure and Sizing
The Ossa pattern is organized with clear sections including pattern notes, size options, stitch tutorials, and a complete abbreviations guide. This structured approach makes the pattern accessible to beginner knitters while providing the technical detail necessary for successful completion.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Clare Devine |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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