Ribbed Rope Socks by Cynthia Levy

Ribbed Rope Socks

Knitting
March 2009
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
7 stitches and 9 rows = 1 inch
in stockinette on 3.25 mm needles
US 1½ - 2.5 mm
US 2½ - 3.0 mm
US 3 - 3.25 mm
370 yards (338 m)
adult woman
English
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This intricate sock pattern provides a rewarding challenge for the experienced knitter. The recommended yarn provides excellent stitch definition. The resulting sock makes for an impressive display of delicate cables.

The pattern includes detailed instructions and cable charts. These socks are worked from the top down.

Skills/Techniques Required:

  • Basic sock knitting skills
  • Following charted stitch patterns
  • Complex cables and twisted stitches
  • Grafting using kitchener stitch

A kCDesigns version of this pattern, already set up for use in KnitCompanion, is available through Create2Thrive.