Pähkinä socks

The Finnish word Pähkinä translates to "nuts," and these enchanting Pähkinä socks are crafted specifically for all knitting enthusiasts who are truly passionate about lace knitting. Featuring a charming moderate lace pattern that is seamlessly integrated into every round, these socks will keep your mind engaged and your creativity flowing as you knit. The result is a pair of delicately beautiful and lightweight socks, perfect for showcasing your knitting skills, created from light fingering weight yarn.

The Pähkinä socks are designed to be worked from the top down, making them easy to customize to fit your preferences. This particular pattern caters to a foot measurement of 24 cm, making it an ideal fit for sizes EU 38 - 39 / US 7.7 - 8 / UK 5 - 5.5. With this pattern, you’ll enjoy both the crafting process and the finished product that adds elegance to your sock collection.

Yarn: The project requires 1.5 skeins of Filcolana Arwetta Classic yarn, which is a luxurious light fingering yarn composed of 80% wool and 20% nylon. Each 50g skein contains approximately 210 meters of yarn, ensuring you have ample material to create stunning socks.

Needles: For the knitting process, use 2.5 mm double pointed needles, allowing for precise stitch work and a comfortable knitting experience.

Gauge: It's essential to achieve a gauge of 28 stitches by 38 rows to equal 10 cm in stockinette stitch. This will ensure your socks fit perfectly and retain their shape after washing.

This delightful lace sock pattern is available in English for your convenience, and for those who are fluent in Finnish, Suomenkielinen ohje saatavilla. Whether you're an experienced knitter or just starting out, the Pähkinä socks present an enjoyable challenge that will enhance your knitting repertoire. Don't miss out on this elegant pattern—perfect for gifting or personal wear!