Socks With a Twist
Sock cuff is worked in Barley Sugar stitch over a multiple of 11 stitches.
On #2 needles, cast on 66 stitches.
Join together and:
- Purl 1 round.
- Knit next round.
- Purl 1 round.
Begin pattern stitch below:
Barley Sugar Stitch:
Round 1: *Sl1 – K1 – PSSO, K6, YO, K3*; repeat**
Round 2: Knit.
Repeat these two pattern rows for desired sock cuff length.
Knit ½” to 1” plain stockinette stitch before beginning heel.
The pictured sock was made with Gerdine Crawford-Strong’s “Strong-heel”
as published in Knitter’s Magazine, Fall 2003.
Feel free to continue your sock to completion with whatever heel and toe
you prefer.
Please e-mail me with questions or for heel and toe recommendations.
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