Summer Waltz

= > Make your own Ebook! Buy 3 get one FREE! Place 4 of my self-published patterns in the cart and the 4th (least expensive) is free, no code needed! > 60% off any of the Summer of Socks Vol 2 collection with code “SOS2” **OR** get the entire collection for ONLY $8 with code “GARDEN”. Both offers valid through 8/2/2026. Walk among the dancers as the wind sways the flowers, the birds sing, and the golden rays light up the stage. With gardens in full bloom, the world is alive, and the sky is filled with the waltz of butterflies. From perfectly manicured garden beds to wildflower meadows, the butterflies are drawn to the blooming bouquet. This pair of socks is inspired by nature’s ballerinas and the season of colorful blooms. **Finished Circumferences** 7.25 (8.25, 9.25)” /18.5 (21, 23.5) cm with 0-0.5”/0-1.25 cm of negative ease **Gauges** 32 sts x 40 rnds = 4”/10 cm square in Stockinette St/Colorwork on large needles 32 sts x 44 rnds = 4”/10 cm square in Stockinette St on smaller needles **Yarn** Fingering weight yarn; MC: 300 yds/274 m; CC: 220 yds/201 m *If making size larger than a size 2 for a Women’s US11 foot you may need a second skein of Contrast Color.* *Sample used: Newburgh Yarn Co, Soft Sock; 85% Superwash Merino, 15% Nylon; 437 yds/400 m; 3.5 oz/100 g; MC: 1 hank of Antler Ivory. CC: 1 hank of Lake Life* **Needles** US1.5/2.5 mm - 32”/80 cm circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge US2/2.75 mm - 9”/23 cm circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge **Notions** 2 stitch markers (1 unique marker for beginning of the round) Tapestry needle, scissors, measuring tape, and blocking tools **Skills Required** Basic knitting skills Knitting in the round Colorwork - from a chart *or willingness to learn* Slipping stitches Picking up stitches Short rows Increasing and Decreasing Grafting (YouTube tutorial included)