Rhubarb and Custard Socks pattern by Zaneteknits

IMPORTANT: The product sold here is a knitting pattern in a PDF format and NOT the finished pair of socks.

Language: English

Do you remember those old-fashioned sweets that were basically just boiled sugar? We used to love them as kids, and now we can wear them on our feet! These Rhubarb and Custard socks are made from the finest quality yarn, with a touch of cashmere for extra softness.
The toe-up construction means they’ll fit any foot or leg length, and the gusset sole together with the honeycomb brioche stitch heel flap add interesting details. The stranded colourwork is in the colours of rhubarb and custard, which will make you feel like you’re walking on candyfloss. Whether you’re treating yourself or someone else, knitting these socks are sure to bring a smile to your face.

Sizes: 1 (2, 3)
Finished foot circumference:

17.5 (20, 22.5) cm
7 (8, 9)”
Yarn: Fingering weight, allow approximately:
Main colour (MC):

155 (185, 220) m
170 (200, 240) yds
Contrast colour (CC):

85 (105, 125) m
95 (115, 135) yds
Yarn used in sample (size 2) is 1 skein of West Green Loft Yarns Swirl (80% Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Nylon; 365 m / 100 g): in Taffy colourway as main colour and 1 skein of Botanical Yarns 100% Non Superwash Merino (400 m / 100 g) in Hydrangea Aspera colourway as contrast colour.

Gauge: 32 sts & 38 rows = 10 cm / 4” in colourwork stockinette stitch in the round, blocked.

Suggested needles: 2.25-2.5mm (US 1-2) circulars 40-60 cm or DPNs

Notions: Stitch markers, row counter, tape measure, locking stitch markers or bobby pins.

Techniques used: Judy’s magic cast-on, Japanese short rows, honeycomb brioche, tubular bind-off.

Difficulty: Intermediate.

Notes: The socks are worked from the toe up with gusset increases on the bottom of the foot instead of the sides. After turning the heel and working the heel flap in honeycomb brioche, the leg is worked in the round with increases to the desired length. The sock is finished with a 1x1 Twisted rib and tubular bind-off.

IMPORTANT: The product sold here is a knitting pattern in a PDF format and NOT the finished pair of socks.

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