Wye

Embark on a creative toe-up knitting journey with this stunning sock pattern that showcases intricate sinuous cables, gracefully wrapping around the back of the leg. This beautiful design carves out the perfect spot for a striking central cable motif, making it a visual delight for both knitters and wearers alike. The innovative Y-shaped short-row heel innovation provides a roomy and comfortable fit without the hassle of wraps, ensuring a seamless knitting experience.

Introducing "Wye," the exciting Stage 1 of the 2014 Tour de Sock, a thrilling six-stage speed knitting competition that benefits the remarkable work of Doctors Without Borders. This unique pattern was exclusive to TDS racers upon its initial release and is now available for all knitting enthusiasts to enjoy and create beautiful handmade socks.

Wye is designed for women’s sizes small, medium, and large, with circumferences of 7.5”, 8.5”, and 9.5”, respectively. Knitters can easily fine-tune sizing by adjusting their gauge for a perfect fit. As you prepare your yarn and tools, ensure you have a cable needle (if you prefer using one) and at least seven stitch markers handy. The designer utilized approximately 370 yards to craft a medium-sized sock with a cozy 10” foot length, making it ideal for gifting or personal use.

It’s important to note that initial feedback indicates these beautiful socks tend to run wide. The pattern provides a gauge range of 8.5-9 stitches per inch (spi), with the size calculations primarily based on achieving a gauge of 9 spi. This information allows for better fitting adjustments and ensures a more tailored sock-knitting experience.

Whether you're an experienced sock knitter or looking to develop your skills, this Wye pattern will challenge and delight you as you create a pair of luxurious, cable-knit socks. Dive into this toe-up adventure today and elevate your knitting game while supporting a noble cause!