The KAL fun begins October 1 in my Paper Daisy Creations Ravelry group!

Need yarn? Emma’s Yarn has put together kit options for the entire collection!

This pattern will be released on October 2, 2025.

“Too late for second guessing / Too late to go back to sleep / It’s time to trust my instincts / close my eyes, and leap…”
- Elphaba Thropp, Wicked

The most iconic witch of all time is humanized in the Wicked story, and shown to be not only misunderstood, but a warrior for justice. These top-down socks are as strong and unique as Elphaba herself, with crisp lines of left and right twists working their way to an aptly named ‘strong’ heel. Don’t judge these socks by their outward appearance– they’re easier than they look, with no need for a cable needle or picked up stitches. Grab your magic wands (aka knitting needles)… it’s time to try Defying Gravity!

FINISHED SIZE
Adult S (M, L, XL)

Leg/Foot Circumference: 7 (8, 9, 10)”/ 18 (20.5, 23, 25.5) cm; fits leg/foot circumference of 8 (9, 10, 11)” / 20.5 (23, 25.5, 28) cm

Leg/Foot Length: Adjustable to fit

YARN
Emma’s Yarn PRACTICALLY PERFECT SOCK (80% Superwash Merino, 20% Nylon; 400 yards / 100 grams); 1 skein or 400yds / 365m fingering weight sock yarn

Sample shown in ‘Legal Tender’

NEEDLES
US 1 (2.25mm), or as needed to meet gauge; DPNs or needles for small circumference knitting

NOTIONS
2-10 stitch markers
Tapestry needle

GAUGE
In Cable Pattern: 32 sts and 48 rounds = 4” (10cm)
In Stockinette: 32 sts and 48 rounds = 4” (10cm)

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Tech editing by Cathy Susko.