Doodle Socks (DK)

These socks are worked in the round from the top down, beginning with a ribbed cuff. Stranded colorwork is worked down the leg and on the foot. The heel short rows use simple wrap and turn technique, and the toe has wedge shaping. **SIZES** Baby, Child, Adult Approx. 4, 6 (8, 10) in / 10, 15 (20, 25) cm, finished foot circumference **YARN** Any DK, light worsted, or sport weight yarn that achieves gauge (tension) **YARDAGE** Approx. total yardage 150, 250 (300, 350) yd / 137, 229 (274, 320) m **NEEDLES** US 5 / 3.75mm or size needed to obtain gauge (tension), for colorwork US 4 / 3.5 mm or one size smaller than gauge (tension) needle, optional for ribbing 8in / 20cm short flexible circulars, longer circulars for magic loop or DPNs **GAUGE (TENSION)** 24 sts and 24 rnds = 4in / 10cm, over colorwork after blocking **NOTIONS** Stitch markers (one in different color) Tapestry needle **SPECIAL TECHNIQUES** Short rows using wrap and turn; ssk and k2tog decreases; grafting ~~~~~ SAMPLES shown in the book are worked with: Madelinetosh Tosh DK, 100% Superwash Merino Wool, 228yd/209m per 3½oz/100g