Ebla

Introducing the Ebla Socks knitting pattern! These top-down socks feature a beautiful design of twist stitch stars arranged in a striking diamond and hexagon lattice pattern. The construction includes a convenient heel flap, round heel, and gussets, along with a twist stitch instep and a short toe for a comfortable fit. If you're concerned about working lattices in the round—which can present the same challenges as stripes that jog—fear not! The pattern includes helpful notes in the written instructions to guide you through these technical aspects.

When it comes to sizing, the finished sock circumferences are available in several options: 4.25" (5.25", 6.5", 7", 7.5") or 10.75 cm (13.75 cm, 16.5 cm, 18.25 cm, 19.5 cm). For the best fit, refer to Kate Atherley’s excellent blog post, "Choosing a Hand-Knit Sock Size," which provides invaluable guidance and tips for selecting the perfect size for your handmade socks.

To successfully complete your Ebla Socks, you'll need a few essential notions: a tapestry needle, 2 locking stitch markers for the heel, and 1-2 additional stitch markers to denote the instep/sole division—especially helpful if you are not using the magic loop technique. Be sure to gather your supplies before diving into this delightful knitting project!

The Ebla Socks pattern calls for using 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) skeins of Anzula Nebula yarn in the luxurious Fern colorway. This yarn boasts an impressive blend of 84% Superwash Merino and 16% Sparkling Stellina, providing both comfort and a touch of sparkle. Each skein contains 400 yards (364 meters), weighing 100 grams, ensuring you have ample material to create these gorgeous socks.

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