Guernsey Socks
One of my earliest POMs was for a "flag dishcloth" as I really like this traditional Guernsey pattern. These are 5ply socks which reflect this design on the upper part of the sock - the feet are knitted plain. This is a nice wool weight if you want a slightly thicker sock, and no need to be limited to navy or cream (nice though that is), as 5ply is generally available in a good range of colours.
It can also be a good way to use up left over 5 ply, especially if you bought the wool for a guernsey in large cones.
Instructions (work 2 alike).Using No 11 needles, cast on 102sts. First Round: * K2tog, k1, p2tog, p1. Repeat from * to end. [68 sts] [Editor's note: Casting on 2 or 3 times the required stitches and then immediately decreasing on the first row provides a method of making sure you have a nice loose cast-on for the top of the sock. Otherwise chaps have a habit of yanking on their socks and right away breaking the first row of stitches, (ask me how I know...).] Work 2 rounds in k2, p2 rib, then change to No 12 needles and work 8 more rounds in rib. Next Round: Knit. Change to No 11 needles and knit 1 round. Flag PatternThis pattern is worked down the leg as far as the ankle. 1st Round: * (p1, k1) 3 times; p2,
k9; repeat from * to end. Repeat these 10 pattern rows 3 more times.
Next Round: Knit. Knit 3 rounds. Divide for heelNext Row: K14; turn. Divide the remaining stitches on to two needles and leave to pick up later for the instep. 2nd Row: Slip 1; k27. Repeat 2nd and 3rd rows, 12 times more. Turn HeelNext Row: K18, slip 1, k1, psso (pass the slipped stitch over), turn. Next Row: P9, p2tog, turn. Repeat the last 2 rows until all stitches are taken up and 10 sts remain,
and (right side of work facing) knit across the 10 sts, then, pick up
and knit 14 sts along side of heel. Shape instep:Knit one round on all stitches. Next round: 1st needle: knit
to the last 3sts, k2tog, k1. Repeat these two rounds until 56 stitches remain. Continue on these stitches until work measures 5½(6, 6½) inches, or desired length for foot. Shape Toe:1st round: 1st needle: knit
to the last 3sts, k2tog, k1. 2nd round: Knit. Repeat these 3 rounds until 28 sts remain. Making UpKnit stitches from 1st needle on to end of 3rd needle. |
Materials2 x 50g balls British Breeds Guersey 5ply One set of 4 number 12 (2¾mm) needles, (or 2½mm if necessary),
and, A stitch marker. Tension26sts and 32 rows to four inches on No 11 (3mm) needles. Size mattersTo fit men's shoe sizes: 10 (10½, 11). Abbreviationsk2tog/p2tog: knit/purl 2 sts together. SL 1: slip 1 stitch SL 1, k1, psso: slip 1, knit 1, pass the slipped stitch over; also known as "ssk" (slip, slip, knit). Disclaimer
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