These socks use cables of long, elongated stitches to create surface texture on top of the fabric. Those elongated stitches also highlight the subtle colour details we all love in handpainted yarns. Worked toe-up or cuff-down (instructions are provided for both directions of knitting), they feature a rounded short row heel using no-holes short rows and a twisted rib cuff. They are available in three standard adult foot circumferences and are adjustable in length and height.

This pattern requires the knitter to be able to knit a small circumference in the round (the pattern is method-neutral to suit your preferred technique for socks — double-pointed needles, magic loop/one circular needle, two circular needles, short circular needle, etc. — and the socks can be worked two-at-a-time) and clearly explains all techniques required. All cables can be done without a cable needle. Within the pattern you will find links to useful video tutorials as well, so the pattern is easily accessible to an intermediate sock knitter.

The texture on these socks stands out in many different colourways, but randomly-multicoloured yarns and speckled yarns are most effective. I do not recommend using a self-patterning or self-striping yarn for this pattern.

This pattern is compatible with the knitCompanion app! You can purchase a version prepared specifically for the app by clicking on the white t-shirt icon buying option.