Redwoods

“These socks are inspired by the redwood trees in the forests of Northern California. The cable pattern appears more complex than it is to execute, reminiscent of the stoic beauty of the timeless trees. The cable design gives a hardy, woodsy feel to the socks, with a classic heel flap and gusset construction that mimics the look of hiking socks.” – Gabrielle Koizumi These socks are knit cuff down, with a 2x2 rib cuff, slip stitch heel flap, and a wedge toe. The cable design is a combination of garter stitch and 2x2 cabling which appears on the outside edge of either foot. SIZES 1 (2, 3, 4, 5) Finished foot circumference: 20, (21.25, 22.5 23.75, 25) cm / 8, (8.5, 9, 9.5, 10)” – recommended to be worn with 2.5 cm / 1” of negative ease. YARN Retrosaria Rosa Pomar, Brusca (100% wool (50% Saloia, 50% Merino Studio Solas Organic Sock (German Merino; 235 metres / 257 yards per 100 g) 150 (165, 185, 205, 235) metres / 160 (180, 200, 220, 260) yards Sample shown is knit in colourway Deep Red. Elisa wears a size 3 with 0.5 cm / 0.25" negative ease. NEEDLES 3.25 mm / US 3 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle size to obtain gauge) This pattern uses the magic loop technique. To work this pattern using the magic loop technique, use a circular needle with a cable length of at least at least 80 cm / 32” instead of double-pointed needles. GAUGE 20 sts x 32 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in stockinette stitch, after blocking) NOTIONS • Blocking tools (blocking mats, t-pins, blocking wires) • Cable needle • Darning needle • Removable stitch markers (optional) • Stitch markers • Tape measure SKILLS & TECHNIQUES • Picking up stitches • Long Tail Cast-On • Grafting • Reading your knitting • Cables CONTRIBUTORS • Model: Elisa Mariacher • Photography: Melinda Dela Costa • Tech Editing: Jen Hurley, Rachael Prest & Isabell Dröse • Graphic Design: Camille Romano FINISHED MEASUREMENTS • Foot circumference: 20, (21.25, 22.5, 23.75, 25) cm / 8, (8.5, 9, 9.5, 10)” • Leg length: 7.65 cm / 3”