Deft Socks

> Sign up for the [newsletter][1] to hear > about new pattern releases, exclusive > discounts and what’s happening at > Hardybarn Designs. The Deft socks feature a simple twisted stitch pattern complemented by swathes of garter stitch, which balances enough pattern with simple stitches for a relaxing knit. Inspired by the Deft Mitt pattern from my book, Neat Knitting Techniques. Available in 4 sizes with stitch patterns both written and charted. RECOMMENDED YARN 4 ply/fingering weight yarn in a composition suitable for socks YARN USED Malabrigo Ultimate Sock (100g; 385m \[421yds\]; 75% merino, 25% nylon), fingering, 341 Neverland 270 \[305, 335, 415\]m 295 \[334, 367, 454\]yds 1 \[1, 1, 2\] hanks SIZE 1 \[2, 3, 4\] To fit = 18 \[20.5, 23, 25.5\]cm / 7 \[8, 9, 10\]” foot circumference. Finished dimensions = 15.5 \[17.5, 20, 22.5\]cm / 6¼ \[7, 8, 9\]" circumference at foot. GAUGE 36 stitches by 50 rounds = 10cm \[4”\] in stocking stitch. Check your gauge. NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 2.25 mm \[US Size 1\] needles for working in the round; either DPNs, long circular needle or preferred method for circular knitting; or size to obtain gauge Stitch marker x 4 Darning needle TECHNIQUES USED IN THE PATTERN: * Knit * Purl * Decreases (ssk, k2tog, p2tog) * Increases (m1Pr (used once)) * Slipped stitches * Picking up stitches * Kitchener Stitch (video tutorial provided) This pattern has been professionally tech edited and test knitted. [1]: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/508723/150650532612015526/share