North Star Socks

Inspired by timeless Nordic star motifs, these socks bring a little winter magic to everyday steps. Named **North Star,** as a quiet reminder that even small things can point you forward. If you’re craving a classic, wearable colourwork cast-on, this one’s ready for your needles. SIZES 1 (2) Finished measurements Leg/Foot Circumference: 18 (20) cm / 7 (8)″ Foot Length: 22 (23.5) cm / 8.75 (9.25)″, adjustable Leg Length: 15 cm / 6″ YARN Fingering-weight sock yarns. The sample pair was knitted in Filcolana Arwetta (80% superwash wool and 20% nylon, 210 m / 230 yds / 50 g), colorways 234 Slate, 977 Marzipan and 136 Mustard YARDAGE C1: 85 (95) m / 93 (104) yds, 20 (22) g in Slate C2: 95 (105) m / 104 (115) yds, 23 (25) g in Marzipan C3: 90 (100) m / 98 (109) yds, 22 (24) g in Mustard Note, these are estimates; please reserve more. NEEDLES 2 mm / US 0 and 2.25 mm / US 1, 80 cm / 32″ circular needles. NOTIONS Tapestry needle, scrap yarn, stitch markers (if needed). GAUGE 36 sts x 38 rnds = 10 cm / 4″ on 2.25 mm / US 1 needles in colorwork after blocking NOTES This is a top-down sock worked in stranded colorwork, featuring a peasant heel and anatomical toes. A mini gusset tutorial is included in the pattern for those who like a bit more room over the instep; the original sample socks are knit without the mini gusset. The pattern is written for the magic loop technique, but you can also use DPNs.