Meershaum

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Meerschaum socks combine rustic yarn and delicate lace, creating a pair of dreamy socks. The socks are knitted in the round from the cuff down. Beautiful lace sections run down the ankles and feet. The pattern is written for DPN’s but it can be easily adapted to the magic loop method. Originally published in Laine Magazine, Issue 5.

SIZE

1


Ankle circumference: 8 inches / 20.5 cm.
Leg length: 6 inches / 15 cm or desired length.

MATERIALS

Recommended Yarn

1 skein each of Durasport by Briggs and Little (80% wool, 20% nylon, 430 yds / 393 m ‒ 113 g), colourways Oatmeal (CC) and Ecru (MC).

Needles

  • US 1 (2.25 mm) DPN’s (set of 5) for cast on and ribbing

  • US 1.5 (2.5 mm) DPN’s (set of 5) for main pattern.

Notions

  • Stitch markers (removable)

  • Tapestry needle

GAUGE

30 sts x 48 rows per 10 cm/ 4 ins over lace pattern using larger needles, blocked. Adjust needle size to obtain gauge.


woman wearing the Meerschaum socks, shown from a side view.
Detail of the bottom soles and heels of the Meerschaum socks.
Two pairs of Meerschaum socks in different colour combinations, laying on a sofa.