Porto Memories Socks
Sizes Available: 1 (2, 3) - Perfect for creating comfortable and stylish socks for yourself or as a thoughtful gift!
Finished Foot Circumference:
- 17.5 (20, 22.5) cm - Ideal for a snug fit!
- 7 (8, 9)? - Ensure a tailored experience for your feet.
Yarn Requirements: For this delightful sock pattern, we recommend using fingering weight yarn. Depending on the length of the socks, you'll need approximately:
Main Color (MC):
- 185 (220, 260) m
- 200 (240, 285) yds
Contrast Color (CC):
- 75 (90, 105) m
- 80 (95, 115) yds
The yarn featured in our sample (size 2) consists of 1 ball of Regia Premium Silk 4-Ply Sock Yarn, which is composed of 55% wool, 25% polyamide, and 20% silk. This yarn offers 400 m (437 yds) per 100 g, and we used the stunning colorway Linen Mix (#005) for the main color. Additionally, we incorporated 1 skein of Malabrigo Sock, made entirely of 100% wool, which gives you 402 m (440 yds) per 100 g, in the beautiful colorway Primavera as the contrast color.
Gauge Information: Achieve the best results by knitting to a gauge of 32 stitches and 40 rows = 10 cm / 4" in Stockinette stitch and colorwork knitted in the round, thoroughly blocked.
Techniques Utilized: This pattern incorporates a variety of knitting techniques including stranded colorwork, knitting in the round, knit decreases, and grafting. These techniques will help you create intricate designs and a perfect fit for your socks, making them not only functional but also fun to knit!
With these easy-to-follow instructions, you'll be able to craft a stunning pair of socks that showcase your creativity and skill in knitting. Whether you're making them for yourself or as a gift, these colorwork socks are sure to impress!
Discover the joy of knitting these beautiful colorwork socks today! Perfect for knitters of all skill levels looking to enhance their techniques and try something new.
