Riverscape

Riverscape Knit Sock Pattern by K.M. Bedigan

What Is Being Made

Riverscape is an advanced knit sock pattern featuring a distinctive top-down construction with symmetrical curvy motifs that spiral outward from the foot and travel around the leg. The pattern offers two finished sizes: Small with approximately 8 inches (20cm) foot circumference and 10 inches (25cm) leg length, and Medium with approximately 9 inches (22cm) foot circumference and 11 inches (27cm) leg length. All dimensions are provided unstretched to ensure accurate fit.

Techniques and Construction Methods

This sock pattern incorporates faux i-cord as its signature technique, which creates an unusual structural appearance during the knitting process. The pattern includes comprehensive written instructions and detailed photo-tutorials specifically demonstrating how to execute the faux i-cord stitching technique, which may be unfamiliar to many knitters. The designer notes that the sock will appear structurally distorted until all faux i-cord stitches are properly picked up and secured. Once completed, the stitches will settle into their intended positions, revealing the full spiral motif design.

The pattern follows a top-down construction method, beginning at the cuff and working downward toward the toe. This approach allows knitters to try on the sock during the knitting process and adjust leg length as needed. The photo-tutorial for creating the faux i-cord technique is included within the pattern documentation, providing visual guidance for this more advanced stitch work.

Stitches Used

While the pattern emphasizes the faux i-cord stitch as its primary decorative element, the exact stitch abbreviations and additional stitches used throughout the pattern are referenced in the provided materials. The faux i-cord creates the spiraling symmetrical motifs characteristic of the Riverscape design.

Materials Required

• Yarn: 400 meters / 440 yards of Fingering Weight (4 Ply) yarn
• Needles: 2.25mm / US1 double-pointed needles (DPNs) or circular needle, or the size required to achieve proper gauge
• Additional Tools: 3 stitch markers, tapestry needle for finishing, and spare DPNs or crochet hook in 2.25mm / US1 size or smaller for picking up faux i-cord stitches

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as advanced, making it suitable for experienced knitters who are comfortable with complex stitch techniques and three-dimensional knitting structures. The faux i-cord technique and the spiral motif construction require careful attention to detail and familiarity with intermediate-to-advanced knitting methods.