Seward Socks
Seward Socks
*The Seward Socks are my idea of a perfect boot sock. I wear boots pretty much year round here in Alaska, and hand knit wool socks are an absolute must to pair with them in my opinion! A combination of simple colorwork and cables keep the knitting engaging and the results are stunning! These socks are knit from the cuff down with a short row heel.*
**MATERIALS
Yarn:**
Sample uses
Biches & Bûches
Le Petit Lambswool
100% Lambswool
270 yards [248 m] / 50 g
Fingering weight
Sample 1
**MC:** Beige
**CC1:** Dark Grey
**CC2:** Blue Green
Sample 2
**MC:** Grey Brown
**CC1:** Norwegian Red
**CC2:** Turquoise
**Needles**
Note! Needle size is suggested only, you will need to swatch and block to determine the needle size needed to achieve gauge.
US 1.5 [2.5 mm] at least 32” [80 cm] long circular needles for magic loop method.
US 2 [3.25 mm] at least 32” [80 cm] long circular needles for magic loop method
**Gauge:**
32 sts and 48 rounds over 4” [10 cm] knitted in the round, after blocking.
You should always knit your swatch the same way that the pattern is knit —in this case, in the round. Block your swatch as you will your finished sock and allow it to dry fully before measuring.
**Notions:**
Stitch markers, cable needle, tapestry needle.
**Yardage:** Note that yardage is estimated and may vary depending on yarn used, gauge variations or modifications.
MC: 120 (135) yards [110 (124) m]
CC1: 80 (92) yards [73 (84) m]
CC2: 50 (60) yards [46 (55) m]
**SIZES
1 (2)**
Only the leg/foot circumference and leg height are listed, the foot length is customizable to fit the intended wearer. Recommended to fit with 0.25-1" [0.5-2.5 cm] of negative ease.
Finished measurements (unstretched):
**Circumference:** 8 (9)" [20.5 (23) cm]
**Leg Height:** 6 (6)” [15.5 (15.5) m]
Sample shown in size 1.