Heartichoke

These socks are knitted toe-up. The pattern features a curved line on the toe, derived from ballerina shoes. The foot is made with a gusset and a heel flap construction. The lace pattern on the leg was inspired by the form of an artichoke, as well as each petal.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Foot and leg circumferences: 8 (9)” / 20 (22.5) cm.

Foot length (adjustable): 8 (8.75)” / 20.5 (22) cm.

Leg length from heel to end of cuff: 8.5 (8.75)” / 21.5 (22) cm.

YARN

1 skein of Balade by Cheval Blanc Official (75% wool, 25% nylon, 460 yds / 420 m – 100 g), colourway Flanelle (058).

Or approx. 340 (405) yds / 311 (370) m of fingering weight yarn.

GAUGE

32 sts x 48 rnds to 4” / 10 cm on US 1 / 2.25 mm needles in stockinette stitch, after blocking.

32 sts x 44 rnds to 4” / 10 cm on US 1 / 2.25 mm needles in lace pattern, after blocking.