Barbican by Jo Torr

Barbican

by Jo Torr
Knitting
October 2022
both are used in this pattern
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
9 stitches and 10 rows = 1 inch
in Stocking stitch and stranded colourwork
US 1 - 2.25 mm
US 2 - 2.75 mm
920 yards (841 m)
S, M, X, XL (see notes)
English
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This toe-up sock with a traditional heel flap and gusset, has a simple and easily remembered pattern. Use contrasting colours for best effect, maybe playing with a semi-solid or a gradient for one of the choices.

Sizes - measured around mid-foot

  • Small - 7” (17.75cm)
  • Medium - 8 “ (20.25cm)
  • Large - 9” (22.75cm)
  • X Large - 10” (25.5cm)

Notions

  • stitch markers
  • tapestry needle for weaving in the ends

Instructions for the colourwork pattern are both charted and fully written out so you can choose which you prefer. The colourwork chart is in grey and white to make it easier to read.

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