Flock Socks

The Flock Socks are a celebration of my newest phase of life as a shepherd. This whimsical stranded colorwork sock pattern features a sky blue cuff, grassy-green body scattered with a grazing flock of Shetlands with their tiny stick-legs, and the real charm hides on the optional duplicate stitch heels: one showcases a single, wandering sheep, while the other displays their loyal guardian sheepdog keeping watch. I designed these socks as a love letter to Woolen Pond Farm, especially my precious ewe, Opal, who is pretty sure she is a dog, and her bestie, Fitz, the Great Pyrenees, who lets her get away with eating from his food bowl. I hope this pattern brings you as much joy as these animals bring me! Sizes: Small/Medium (7.5"/ 20 cm foot circumference) Medium/Large (8.5"/ 22 cm foot circumference) Materials: ~50 grams of fingering weight yarn in Main Color ~10 grams of fingering weight yarn in Contrast Color 1 ~7 grams of fingering weight yarn in Contrast Color 2 ~5 grams of fingering weight yarn in Contrast Color 3 -Size US 1 (2 mm)/ US 2.75 (mm) needles (or sizes needed to obtain gauge) -Tapestry needle for Kitchener and duplicate stitch and weaving in ends -Stitch markers (optional) Gauge: 32 sts/48 rnds = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette 36 sts/40 rnds = 4 inches (10 cm) in colorwork