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Plain Crazy Socks
These basic mid-calf length socks will quickly become a staple in your handknit wardrobe. The simple pattern is suitable for any fingering weight sock yarn including solid, semi-solid, self-patterning, and variegated.
Sizing: extra-small, small, medium, large, extra-large
Yarn Requirements: 350 - 550 yards (320 - 503 meters) fingering weight yarn
Needles: 2.5 mm (US 1.5) needles for working small circumferences in the round
Gauge: 8 stitches and 11 rounds = 1 inch in stockinette
Skills/Techniques Required:
basic knitting skills
working small circumferences in the round
grafting using kitchener stitch
These socks feature smooth stockinette for the legs and feet, generous ribbing to prevent the socks from slipping down, a durable slip-stitch heel, and the unique Redtigerdesigns toe. The pattern includes a tutorial for working this toe, which grafts stitches from side-to-side, to create a visually pleasing and comfortable toe.
This pattern is offered at a reduced price as an educational tool and sample of the construction of Redtigerdesigns socks.Sizing: extra-small, small, medium, large, extra-large
Yarn Requirements: 350 - 550 yards (320 - 503 meters) fingering weight yarn
Needles: 2.5 mm (US 1.5) needles for working small circumferences in the round
Gauge: 8 stitches and 11 rounds = 1 inch in stockinette
Skills/Techniques Required:
basic knitting skills
working small circumferences in the round
grafting using kitchener stitch