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Novita Ulrika Socks in Novita 7 Veljestä

What is Being Made

The Ulrika Socks are a pair of knitted socks designed by Sari Nordlund using Novita 7 Veljestä yarn. This intermediate-level knitting project creates fitted socks available in two sizes: 34 EUR and 38 EUR. The socks feature colorwork patterning combined with classic ribbed and stockinette stitch construction, making them a decorative yet functional accessory.

Knitting Techniques Used

This sock pattern employs several essential knitting techniques suitable for intermediate crafters:

• Circular knitting in the round: The socks are constructed using the round method, which creates seamless tubular fabric ideal for sock construction
• Colorwork knitting: The pattern includes chart-based colorwork in the round, allowing for decorative patterning while maintaining stockinette stitch structure
• Decreasing techniques: Strategic decreases using k2tog (knit two together) and skp (slip, knit, pass slipped stitch over) are worked on alternating rounds to shape the sock foot and heel area
• Grafting: The toe is finished using the grafting technique, which joins stitches together seamlessly for a professional closure
• Ribbed cuff construction: The sock begins with a k2, p2 ribbed pattern worked in the round to create an elastic, fitted cuff

Stitches Used

The Ulrika Socks utilize fundamental knitting stitches arranged in distinct sections:

• Ribbing: A k2, p2 (knit 2, purl 2) repeating pattern creates the elastic cuff
• Stockinette stitch: Knitting all rounds produces the smooth, flat fabric used throughout the main sock body
• Colorwork stitches: Stockinette stitch is maintained while following a colorwork chart, integrating the decorative pattern seamlessly
• Decrease stitches: K2tog and skp decreases are used systematically to shape the foot and close the toe

Materials and Specifications

The Ulrika Socks pattern calls for specific materials to achieve the correct gauge and finished fabric:

• Yarn: Novita 7 Veljestä in two colorways—Christmas (549) at 100g and White (011) at 50g for size 34 EUR (same quantities for size 38 EUR)
• Yarn weight: DK (double knitting) weight yarn provides the appropriate thickness for sock construction
• Needles: Novita 3½ mm (US 4) double-pointed needles or the size needed to achieve proper gauge
• Gauge: 24 stitches in colorwork equals 10 cm (4 inches), which is essential for achieving the correct finished sock dimensions

Construction Overview

The sock is constructed from the cuff downward. Stitches are cast on and divided evenly across four double-pointed needles, with 13 stitches per needle for the smaller size. The cuff begins with ribbing, then transitions to stockinette stitch with colorwork following a provided chart. Decreases are worked strategically on alternating rounds to shape the foot and heel area. The sock is divided at the toe, with 10(11) stitches designated for the instep and 10(11) stitches for the sole. The final stitches are grafted together to close the toe seamlessly. Both socks are knitted using the same method, and finishing involves weaving in yarn ends and light steaming.

Difficulty Level

Rated as intermediate, the Ulrika Socks require familiarity with circular knitting on double-pointed needles, colorwork techniques, and basic shaping decreases. Crafters should be comfortable reading charts and managing multiple needles simultaneously.