Munster Socks

The Munster Socks are part of the “Provinces of Ireland” sock designs, all using traditional Aran stitches to create interesting socks to knit and wear. In the Munster socks, a diamond twisted cable runs down the centre of the sock front with smaller cables and reverse stocking stitch at either side. A cable also runs down the back of the leg. The diamond cable in aran knits represented wealth.

The socks are written for knitting in the magic loop method, but can be easily adapted to suit double-pointed needles or a short circular. They are knit from the cuff down with a traditional heel flap and gusset. However, the heel can be substituted for your own choice of heel.

Folklore Yarns “Faerie Folk” Donegal Tweed is used in colours representative of the Ulster coat of arms. The Faerie Folk yarn produces a really warm and durable fabric. The pattern has written instructions and a chart. It is knit using a magic loop but can be adapted with dpns or a short circular.