Precambrian Cable Socks

These casual and densely cabled socks were inspired by the rugged rock of the Canadian Shield. The combination of simple and embedded cables is easily mastered by knitters with some cable experience.  The pattern includes detailed instructions and cable charts. These socks are worked from the top down.

Sizes:  small/medium (large)
leg length = 8.5 (9.5) inches
foot length = adjustable
cuff circumference = 11.5 (12.5) inches

Yarn Requirements:  350 - 400 yards (320 - 366 meters) fingering weight yarn
Needles:  2.5 mm (US 1.5) and 2.75 mm (US 2) double point needles; small cable needle
Gauge:  7 stitches and 9 rounds = 1 inch in stockinette on 2.75 mm (US 2) needles 

Skills/Techniques Required:
basic sock knitting skills
following charted stitch patterns
cables
grafting using kitchener stitch