A well-bound book invites reverence. The weight of it. The soft gleam of worn leather, marked by gold filigree, textured tooling, and time. Raised cords along the spine, stitched by hand and finished with care. In a bookbinder’s workshop, every crease and fold is intentional, part of a centuries-old craft that binds together thoughts, words, and human creativity. Books this beautiful remind us of what books have always been: vessels of knowledge and connection. Treasures made to outlast the minds that imagined them and the hands that made them real.

The Bookbinder Socks are a gentle tribute to that craft: thoughtful, structured, and full of subtle detail. Knitted from the top down, they begin with a wide ribbed cuff and flow into elegant, easy cables down the leg—like the ornate spines of antique books. The foot returns to simple ribbing, echoing the clean, practical lines of the pages inside. A classic heel flap and gusset offers a snug, comfortable fit, and the wedge toe gives a neat finish. The pattern includes three sizes.

Finished Measurements:
To fit approx. foot circumference of 7 (8, 9)” /17.5 (20, 22.5) cm

Yarn:
Skein Sisters Fabulous Sock 80% superwash merino, 20% nylon; 400m/437yds per 100g skein,
1 x skein, Colour: Barn Owl
or
80g (320m/350yds) of fingering weight yarn

Needles
2.25mm (US 1), 100cm (40”) long circular needles(or size to obtain gauge) for magic loop method or DPNs if preferred

Notions:
Tapestry needle 3 stitch markers Cable needle gauge 32 sts/46 rounds = 10cm (4”) in stockinette stitch