Ulster Socks Light

*NEW RELEASE OFFER* - Use the code **U15** for 15% off the Ulster Socks Light pattern AND the other "Provinces of Ireland" socks designs. [Find them here.][1] Code valid until Friday 15 May, 2026 2359 (BST) ---------------------------------------- The Ulster Socks LIGHT are part of the “Provinces of Ireland” sock designs, all using traditional Aran stitches to create interesting socks to knit and wear. The cable stitch used in the Ulster Socks is probably the most common of Aran stitches, found in the majority of Aran jumpers. The cable represented the fisherman’s ropes, and the promise of good fortune and safety at sea. The original Provinces of Ireland Socks written for Folklore Yarns “Faerie Folk” Donegal Tweed in colours representative of each coat of arms, this version is re-worked to suit the stitch counts for fingering weight yarn. They are knit from the cuff down with a traditional heel flap and gusset. However, the heel can be substituted for your own choice of heel. It is knit using a magic loop but can be adapted with dpns or a short circular. The pattern has written instructions and a chart for the cable. Size: To fit approx.: Small 7”/18 cm foot circumference Medium 8”/20 cm foot circumference Large 9”/23 cm foot circumference Foot and leg length can be easily adjusted. Needles: 2.5 mm (US 1.5) 80 cm circular needles or dpns (or size needed to get gauge) * The nature of cables will pull the knitted fabric tighter, if you find the recommended needle size produces a fabric that is too tight for you, please go up a needle size and use the smaller needle size for the cuff, heel and toe. Cable Needle (cables can be worked without a cable needle if desired). Gauge: 32 sts x 44 rows per 4 inches using 2.5 mm (US 1.5) needle over cable pattern. [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/woollen-knots-socks