Marguerite Socks

The Marguerite Socks are worked from the toe up with a Fleegle Heel construction. The pattern alternates between bands of stockinette rows and Daisy Chain lace, which are worked across the top of the foot and the leg, or, if desired, only on the leg. The socks are finished with a half-twisted ribbed cuff and sewn twisted Italian bind off. Worked in a sock yarn base combining Merino and Bamboo, these lace socks are perfect for warm weather wear. Or, work them up in any sock yarn you’d like and enjoy a touch of whimsy year-round! **Sizes** 1 (2) 3 **Finished Measurements** 6.5 (7) 7.75” / 16.5 (18) 19.5 cm foot and ankle circumference Choose a size with 1.5 - 2.5” / 4 - 6.5 cm of negative ease in circumference when measured at the widest part of the foot. Samples shown in Size 2 on an 8.75” / 22 cm foot circumference. **Needles** US 1 / 2.25mm needles for working small circumferences in the round. *Use the needle size you need to achieve gauge and a fabric and fit you love.* **Yarn** 240 (290) 340 yds / 220 (265) 311 m fingering weight sock yarn *These are just approximations. The total amounts used will depend on the yarn you use, your gauge, the wearer’s foot length, and any modifications you may make.* **Yarn used in samples** The Red Pansy Bamboo Merino Sock (65% Fine Superwash Merino Wool / 35% Bamboo, 437 yds / 400 m per 100g) Blue sample uses Bamboo Sock in “Fresco” Yellow sample uses Bamboo Sock in “Illumination” **Notions** * Stitch marker or needle stopper (for DPNs) for marking BOR * Tapestry needle for weaving in ends * Scissors **Gauge** 38 sts & 50 rows = 4” / 10 cm on US 1 / 2.25mm needles Measured over Daisy Chain pattern knit in the round, after blocking 36 sts & 50 rows = 4” / 10 cm on US 1 / 2.25mm needles Measured over stockinette stitch knit in the round, after blocking **Techniques Used** * Judy’s Magic Cast On / Turkish Cast On * Short rows for shaping the heel * Increasing * Decreasing * Slipping stitches * Twisted Italian Bind Off