Roar Socks in West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4ply - DBP0234 - Downloadable PDF

Roar Hand Knit Socks by Winwick Mum

What Is Being Made

The Roar socks are a hand knitted sock design created by Winwick Mum. This downloadable PDF pattern provides complete instructions for knitting a pair of socks using West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4ply yarn. The project is classified as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with some experience beyond basic techniques.

Yarn and Materials

These socks are designed to be knitted using West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4ply yarn, which is composed of 75% wool and 25% nylon. The nylon content provides durability and helps create a hard-wearing fabric ideal for sock wear. The yarn is supplied in 100g balls, with approximately 400 metres or 437 yards per ball. The recommended needle size on the ball band is 3.25mm (US3), though the pattern notes specify using 2.5mm needles instead to achieve a firmer, more durable fabric suitable for socks that will withstand regular wear.

Knitting Techniques and Construction

The Roar socks are constructed using circular knitting methods on double pointed needles (DPNs). The pattern offers flexibility in needle choice and casting on methods. Knitters may cast on using 2.5mm DPNs before transitioning to a short circular needle for the main knitting, or alternatively use the magic loop technique with a larger circular needle if preferred. This flexibility allows knitters to choose the method most comfortable for their working style.

Tension and Gauge

The ideal tension for these socks is 30 stitches to 10cm (4 inches) when measured over stocking stitch. While the ball band recommends 3.25mm needles, the pattern specifically directs knitters to use 2.5mm needles to achieve this tighter gauge. The pattern emphasizes checking that the knitted fabric is firm but not stiff, and advises using whatever needle size is necessary to reach the specified tension. This adjustment ensures the finished socks will be durable and long-lasting despite regular wear.

Stitches Used

The pattern employs fundamental knitting stitches including knit (K) stitches and knit 2 stitches together (K2tog) for decreasing. The pattern also incorporates contrast (C) colour work and uses main (M) colour sections, indicating a colourwork design element. The socks are worked in the round using these basic stitches combined to create the sock structure.

Pattern Format

This is a downloadable PDF pattern that includes comprehensive pattern notes, abbreviations, and detailed instructions. The pattern provides all necessary information for completing the project, including stitch counts, construction methods, and guidance on achieving proper fit and fabric quality.