Saltus

The Saltus socks take their name from the Latin word for “leap,” a reference to the hurdle stitch used throughout the design. The connection between the stitch pattern and the name felt especially fitting. SIZES 1 (2, 3, 4) **Recommended negative ease:** approx. 0.5–1" / 1.5–2.5 cm. FINISHED MEASUREMENTS **Ball-of-foot Circumference:** 7.5 (8, 8.5, 9)" / 19 (20, 21.5, 22.5) cm. **Length:** Adjustable. MATERIALS **Yarn:** 1 skein of Ovis Sock by Woollentwine Fibrestudio (50% Cheviot, 50% Jacob, 410 yds / 375m – 100 g). Or approx. 300 (360, 390, 410) yds / 275 (329, 357, 375) m of fingering-weight yarn. Alternative yarn suggestions are for example Sisu by Sandnes Garn or Heritage by Cascade Yarns. **Needles:** US 1 / 2.25 mm. **Notions:** Stitch markers. GAUGE 32 sts x 40 rows to 4" / 10 cm on US 1 / 2.25 mm needles in St St and Hurdle stitch, after blocking. NOTES The pattern is written for 4 DPNs but you can also work using long circular needles and the Magic Loop method. CONSTRUCTION These socks are worked from the top down, beginning with a 1x1 rib and transitioning into a hurdle stitch pattern. The heel is shaped with a heel flap and gusset construction, and the foot length can be adjusted to fit your foot. The socks are finished with a wedge toe and the remaining stitches are grafted together.