Sandpiper Socks

This sock pattern was designed with the Pacific Northwest Coast in mind and the speckled look of the sandpiper shorebird. The socks are knit top to bottom featuring colorwork on the leg and toe. The heel is shaped using German short rows. There are 4 different sizing options, based on the widest circumference of the foot, typically measured around the ball of the foot: 7 (8, 9, 10) inches / 18 (20, 23, 26) cm. Each size is designed to accommodate about 10% of negative ease to ensure a snug fit around the foot and calf. Two contrasting, fingering weight yarns will be needed. The sample pictured was knit with Gusto Wool Core Fingering in #1050 (light brown) and #1053 (dark brown).