What you'll need
| Size: | S | M | L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finished Foot Circ., in: | 7.33 | 8 | 8.66 |
| Finished Foot Length, in: | 9.25 | 9.75 | 10 |
YCS001_8021
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2 | 2 | 2 |
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Cascade Yarns Cloud 9 - #147 Eggplant
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1 | 1 | 1 |
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Cascade Yarns Cloud 9 - 114 Lavender
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1 | 1 | 1 |
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Cascade Yarns Cloud 9 - 101 Natural
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2 | 2 | 2 |
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Cascade Yarns Cloud 9 - 119 Navy
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1 | 1 | 1 |
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Cascade 220 - 7816 Bluebell
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1 | 1 | 1 |
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Cascade Yarns Cloud 9 - 119 Navy
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3 | 3 | 3 |
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YCS001_8622
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1 | 1 | 1 |
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YCS001_8021
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1 | 1 | 1 |
Product Description
**About the Design:**These Bohus-inspired socks are worked in 2 Cascade Yarns - Cascade 220 and Cloud 9, a luscious angora/wool blend. Challenging (3-color) leg patt rewards you with easy St st feet. The pattern is in 3 women’s sizes.
Gauge: 6 sts and 8.25 rows = 1” (2.5 cm) in Stockinette with size 4 ndls, 6.25 sts and 6 rows = 1” over colorwork patt with size 5 ndls, 6 sts and 5.75 rows = 1” over colorwork patt with size 6 ndls, 5.75 sts and 5.5 rows = 1” over colorwork patt with size 7 ndls or size to give gauge. To save time, take time to check gauge.
Note: Due to the width of the color patt rep, the feet use varying stitch counts to change size, but the leg uses the same stitch count, with varying ndl sizes to change size.
The navy pair (size L) was sampled entirely in Cloud 9. The natural pair (size M) used the 220 as one of the accent colors.
Substitute Yarn Weight: Worsted
Happy Knitting! Dawn
Winter Garden Socks by Dawn Brocco
What is Being Made
Winter Garden Socks are a pair of women's knitted socks available in three sizes: Small, Medium, and Large. These socks feature a finished foot circumference of 7.33 to 8.66 inches and a leg circumference of 8 to 8.66 inches, with foot lengths ranging from 9.25 to 9.7 inches. The design combines decorative colorwork on the leg with practical construction throughout, making them suitable for everyday winter wear.
Design Inspiration and Construction
Winter Garden Socks draw inspiration from Bohus knitting, a traditional Swedish knitting technique known for its intricate colorwork patterns. The socks feature a distinctive three-color leg pattern that creates visual interest while the feet are worked in simple Stockinette stitch for comfort and ease. This strategic placement of complexity rewards knitters by providing a challenging colorwork section followed by straightforward knitting, making the project engaging without becoming overwhelming.
Stitches and Techniques Used
- Stockinette Stitch: Used throughout the foot sections for a smooth, classic sock finish
- Slip Stitch: Applied in both the toe and heel construction to create a coordinated, snug fit
- Slip Stitch V-Heel Flaps and Turns: A structured heel construction method that provides durability and a secure fit around the heel area
- Three-Color Colorwork: A challenging leg pattern that incorporates three different yarn colors to create the Bohus-inspired design
Materials and Yarn
Winter Garden Socks are designed to be knitted using two distinct yarns from Cascade Yarns. The primary yarn is Cascade 220, a worsted-weight yarn, paired with Cloud 9, a luxurious angora and wool blend. This combination of a standard worsted-weight yarn with a specialty blend creates both visual depth and textural interest. The use of aran and worsted weight yarns ensures the socks will have appropriate thickness and elasticity for durability and comfort.
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with some experience. The three-color colorwork on the leg requires familiarity with stranded knitting techniques and color management, while the straightforward Stockinette stitch feet provide a more accessible section that allows knitters to practice their skills at a manageable pace.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran, Worsted |
| Featured Products: | Cascade Yarns 220 |
| Pages: | 5 |
| Designer: | Dawn Brocco |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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