These cuff-down socks, knit on two circular needles, were inspired by a German textured stitch pattern, featuring rows of gentle arches over corresponding eyelets. You’ll want to select a sock yarn with good elasticity and stitch definition — think a tightly-twisted wool or wool blend.
yarn:
approx. 400 yds/365m of fingering weight sock yarn (Category 1); sample shown in: Black Bunny Fibers Superwash Merino Classic; colorway: Plasma
needles:
2 US size 2 (2.75mm) circular needles, or size needed to get gauge
tapestry needle
size:
Adult Small (Large)
Finished Circumference: approx. 7.6 (8.25)”/19 (21)cm after blocking, with some flexibility due to stretch
gauge:
8 sts = 1”/2.5cm in Pattern Stitch when slightly stretched
