THE DUKE COMMANDS: socks with double thickness heels, soles and toes
Introducing the ultimate sock pattern for the discerning knitter: THE DUKE requested the WEE DUCHESS to create colourful, cozy socks that would not just be delightful to wear but also durable. He specifically wanted socks that aren’t too thick around the leg, yet feature reinforced heels, soles, and toes to prevent premature holes after just a few wearings. Additionally, he desired a comfortable fit, avoiding tightness around the ankles. OF COURSE! exclaimed the Wee Duchess, rising to the challenge. Now, delight in the crafting of these exquisite socks using a single strand of vibrant, self-striping sock yarn for the instep, designed with a simple yet stylish twist pattern. The contrasting yarn, held in two strands for extra durability, is used to create the heel, sole, and toe in classic stocking stitch. The Wee Duchess has ingeniously developed a straightforward method involving wraps and turns to achieve these robust features. The ‘Strong’ heel construction, knitted with twin strands of yarn, guarantees a spacious and comfortable heel box, perfect for men or women with a high instep. To ensure an ideal fit, especially for varied foot shapes, optional additional rows are incorporated to compensate for different tensions on the instep. The Duke joyfully exclaimed, ‘Thank you, my dear! These are the very best socks ever!’ Experience the perfect blend of creativity and functionality as you knit these exceptional socks, ideal for gifts or personal use.
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