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Product Description
This pattern is part of Clare Devine’s sock knitting series, Sock Anatomy: Dissecting Heels and Toes. It is available as a single pattern or part of the e-book.
Planum
Fabulous toe up socks for everyone: Planum is the perfect choice for all the family. The faux heel flap offers a great fit, especially for those with high insteps, and the clever fold-over ribbed cuff is designed to stay up while looking stylish. Add a feminine finish with a picot edge, or leave the ribbed cuff plain for a practical unisex look.
Yardage
Yardage per size varies. Baby and toddler (allow 35 – 40g), child (allow 50 – 60g), adult sizes will depend on the size and foot length, allow up to 100g for XS, S and M in a UK size 6. For larger sizes and over a UK size 7 you may need up to 150g of yarn.
Gauge
34 sts and 44 rows to 10cm / 4” in stocking stitch worked in the round, blocked.
Sizes
0-6m (6-12m, toddler, child) XS, S, M, L, XL Finished circumference (unstretched): 11.5 (13, 14, 15) 16, 17.5, 20, 22.5, 25 cm / 4.5 (5, 5.5, 6) 6.5, 7, 8, 9, 10” To fit approx: 12.5-14 (14-15, 15-16, 16-17) 18, 19.5, 22, 24,5, 27 cm / 5 – 5.5 (5.5 – 6, 6 – 6.25, 6.25 – 7) 7.25, 7.5, 8.5, 9.5, 10.5”
Planum Socks by Clare Devine
What is Being Made
Planum is a knitted sock pattern designed by independent designer Clare Devine. This downloadable PDF pattern provides instructions for creating a complete pair of socks using fundamental knitting techniques suitable for beginners entering sock construction.
Craft and Primary Technique
This project uses knitting as both the primary craft and overall technique. Knitting is an ancient fiber art that creates fabric by interlocking loops of yarn using two needles. For sock knitting specifically, crafters typically work in the round using either circular needles or double-pointed needles to create seamless, tubular fabric that conforms to the foot.
Yarn Weight and Materials
Planum is worked in 4-ply yarn, also known as fingering weight. This yarn weight is the traditional choice for sock knitting, offering the ideal balance of durability, elasticity, and fabric density. Four-ply yarn creates socks with excellent stitch definition and a smooth, refined finish. The pattern will require appropriate knitting needles sized to work with 4-ply yarn, typically in the range of US 0-2 (1.5-3mm), though exact needle specifications are detailed within the PDF pattern.
Difficulty Level
Rated as a beginner pattern, Planum introduces sock knitting fundamentals to crafters new to this specialized technique. Beginners working this pattern will develop essential skills in circular knitting, tension management, and the construction methods specific to sock architecture.
Pattern Contents
The downloadable PDF includes:
- Materials and gauge information for accurate sizing
- Multiple size options to accommodate different foot measurements
- Detailed pattern instructions with step-by-step guidance
- Pattern notes explaining techniques and construction methods
- Complete abbreviations reference for knitting terminology
About the Designer
Planum is created by Clare Devine, an independent pattern designer specializing in knitted garments and accessories.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply |
| Featured Products: | West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 Ply |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Clare Devine |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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