What you'll need
| To fit shoe size, cm: | 36/37 | 38/39 | 40/41 |
|---|---|---|---|
Wollmeise Pure - Okzident
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1 | 1 | 1 |
|
Wollmeise Pure - Orient
|
1 | 1 | 1 |
Product Description
Arjuna - the Wollmeise Sock Club design for March 2009
The design inlcudes:
- Directions written for one circular needle, but can be worked on two circulars or DPNS
- Knit from the cuff down in the round
- Braid edging
- Diagonal rib cuff
- Diagonal patterned sole (fully charted)
- Shadow rib flap heel
- Moti/ bead stitch
- Round toe with blossom closure (no Kitchener!)
- 7 page pattern available in English and German
- Charted patterns
- Three sizes :Small (36/37), Medium (38/39), Large (40/41)
- Sock circumference (unstretched) 7”, 8”, 9” - 18, 20.5,23cm
- Foot length: 9.25”, 9.75”, 10.25“ - 23.5,25,26cm
***Errata: *** There are 2 errors in the English version of the original printed pattern distributed for the Sock Club only
The PDF download version and printed German verions of the pattern are all present and correct!
Page 1: Small (36/36) should readSmall (36/37)
Page 4: R3) [RS] sl1* p2, k1b; rep
Arjuna Socks by RiotousAssembly
What is Being Made
Arjuna is an advanced-level downloadable knitting pattern for a pair of socks designed by Sue Grandfield of RiotousAssembly. The pattern is inspired by Hindu mythology, specifically referencing the character Arjuna's year of exile. These are stranded knit socks featuring a decorative paisley pattern created through two-color colorwork technique. The pattern offers three sizes: Small (sock circumference 7 inches / 18cm), Medium (8 inches / 20.5cm), and Large (9 inches / 23cm), with corresponding foot lengths ranging from 9.25 to 10.25 inches (23.5 to 26cm).
Techniques Used
The primary technique employed in Arjuna socks is stranded knitting, also known as Fair Isle knitting. This colorwork method involves carrying two colors of yarn across the row and switching between them to create the pattern. Stranded knitting produces a denser, less stretchy fabric than single-color knitting, which is an important consideration for sock fit and wear. The pattern requires knitters to manage two yarn colors simultaneously while maintaining consistent gauge and tension throughout the project.
Stitches and Stitch Details
The primary stitch pattern used is a stranded paisley pattern. The gauge for this pattern is 9 stitches per inch (2.54cm) and 10 rows per inch (2.54cm) when worked on 2.50mm needles. The pattern utilizes stitch markers to help track pattern repeats and shaping increases or decreases. A tapestry needle is required for weaving in ends and finishing the socks after completion.
Materials and Tools
- Yarn: The pattern calls for Wollmeise Superwash Arjuna sock yarn in two colorways. For a pair in size Large, knitters will need approximately 60 grams of the main color (MC) "Occident" and 90 grams of the contrast color (CC) "Orient." The full yardage for smaller sizes uses 150 grams of each color.
- Needles: Multiple needle sizes are specified for different stages of construction. A 3.25mm needle is used for casting on, while 2.50mm needles are used for the main sock body to achieve proper gauge. A 2.00mm needle size is also listed, likely for ribbed cuffs or other stitch details requiring tighter gauge.
- Notions: Stitch markers and a tapestry needle are essential notions for completing the project.
Pattern Difficulty and Considerations
This pattern is classified as advanced
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Designer: | RiotousAssembly |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Advanced |
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