This pattern for handknit socks is full of texture and lacy panels. Scroll down for yardage, gauge, needle size, and more.
* Skill level: moderate, intermediate
* Instantly download your PDF pattern (includes second PDF accessible for knitters with low vision, following guidelines from Ravelry's Accessible Patterns group)
*This pattern has been tech edited by Bonnie Davis and test knit by several testers
* Step-by-step written instructions
* This is a listing for the pattern, not the finished item
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There are few treats I’ve never been tempted to make for myself at home, but one of them is the elusive crème brûlée. Something about the finicky nature of custard, the little ramekins, and the involvement of a blow torch makes me just a little bit nervous, so I’ve decided to leave this one to the professionals.
But whenever I’m at a restaurant with crème brûlée on the menu, well, you know what I’m ordering for dessert.
The warm, golden color and the texture of these socks reminded me of the perfect crispy crust on a crème brûlée. You’ll find that, unlike my favorite scorched treat, these socks aren’t fiddly at all, but instead have a simple four-row pattern repeat that looks much harder than it really is. Both the socks and the dessert, though, are highly satisfying.
**SIZES**
S, M, L
Finished sock dimensions: 7” (18 cm), 8” (20 cm), 9” (23 cm) circumference (Note: most people like their socks snug, so choose a finished sock size that is slightly smaller than your actual foot)
**MATERIALS**
Fingering weight yarn, 300-380 yds (274-348 m)
Sample shown knit in Oink Pigments Targhee Sock, Heavy Fingering Weight, 100 g/400 yds, 90% USA Superwash Targhee/10% Nylon, 3-ply
**GAUGE**
4” (10 cm) square = 34 stitches x 41 rows in stockinette
**NEEDLES**
One set of needles for your preferred style of small-circumference knitting in a size to match gauge listed above
Suggested needle size: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
**TOOLS**
One stitch marker for beginning of round; optional additional markers between pattern repeats
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
**SKILL LEVEL**
Intermediate
Techniques: wrapless short rows (tutorial included), increases, decreases, knitting in the round
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A Bee In The Bonnet - Simple, Classic, Handmade Knitwear