Product Description
When asked what makes Washington State unique, the resounding response was that the west coast was vastly different than the east. So, we have one sock for each side of Washington. For the west coast, we have evergreen forests with a nod to the much-loved salmon. The east side holds many, many farms, with everything from wheat to legumes to peaches and cherries. The east side sock uses a cherry blossom pattern to represent their abundant agriculture.
Washington Socks by That Metzbower Girl Designs
Project Overview
Washington is an advanced-level knitting pattern for a pair of socks that celebrates the distinct geography and culture of Washington State. The design features two complementary sock patterns, each representing a different region of the state. This downloadable PDF pattern is crafted for experienced knitters seeking a sophisticated colorwork and shaping project.
Design Concept
The Washington sock pattern showcases the contrasting characteristics of Washington's two sides. The west coast sock features evergreen forest imagery with a tribute to the region's beloved salmon. The east side sock incorporates a cherry blossom pattern, symbolizing the area's abundant agricultural heritage, which includes wheat, legumes, peaches, and cherries. This regional storytelling approach makes the finished socks a meaningful representation of Washington's diverse landscapes and industries.
Sizing and Finished Measurements
- Sizes Available: S (M, L)
- Women's US Shoe Sizes: 5-7 (8-9.5, 10+)
- Finished Circumference: 7½ (8, 8½) inches / 19 (20.3, 21.7) centimeters
Knitting Techniques and Stitches
This advanced pattern employs German Short Rows for constructing the heel, a sophisticated technique that creates smooth, reinforced heel shaping without visible gaps or laddering. Knitters work in the round throughout the project, maintaining consistent fabric and color pattern flow. The gauge is established at 30 stitches by 44 rows over a 4-inch (10-centimeter) square when working stockinette stitch in the round, providing a standard reference for achieving proper fit.
The pattern incorporates colorwork elements to represent the regional imagery, requiring attention to color changes and pattern placement. The combination of short-row shaping and colorwork makes this an ideal project for advanced knitters looking to expand their technical skill set.
Materials and Yarn
The pattern calls for Trekking XXL by Zitron, a 4-ply weight yarn composed of 75% superwash wool and 25% nylon. This fiber blend offers durability, easy care through machine washing, and the elasticity needed for well-fitting socks that maintain their shape through repeated wear and laundering. The 4-ply weight provides excellent stitch definition for displaying the colorwork patterns and creates a fabric with appropriate thickness for comfort and longevity.
Skill Level
Designated as Advanced, this pattern is best suited for experienced knitters who are comfortable with in-the-round knitting, colorwork techniques, and specialized heel construction methods. The German Short Row heel technique requires understanding of this particular method, with the pattern noting that tutorial resources are available for reference.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | That Metzbower Girl Designs |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Advanced |
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