ERRATA:
In the beginning of this pattern is the set up row for knitting in the round. It should read:
Next row: K 2, PM, K2, pick up & K 8 sts on side, pick up & K 2 sts from bottom, PM, pick up & K 2 more sts from bottom, pick up & K 8 sts on other side, K to marker.

Also known as an ‘afterthought’ heel, this pattern is very simple for the beginner sock knitter. Worked on double pointed needles, some people have trouble with them. It can also be worked from top down, doing the same decreases for the toe as noted for the heel.