from The prologue to Romeo & Juliet:

Two households, both alike in dignity, in fair Verona, where we lay our scene, From ancient grudge break to new mutiny, Where civil blood makes civil hands unclean.

Skill Level: Beginning Sock Knitter; basic sock construction & a K/P pattern, chart reading necessary.

Materials: approx. 330-440 yds (300-400 m) of sock yarn. The socks pictured are a size XL and used 430 yds (393) of Wollmeise Twin in the color “Dani”

Needles: US1 (2.25mm) sock needles
Tools: Tape measure, scissors, and tapestry needle for weaving in ends.

Sizing: Small (Medium, Large, Extra-large) socks measure 7(8,9,10) inches or 18(20.25, 23, 25.5) cm in circumference, leg height, ankle depth, and foot length are all adjustable to fit and preference.

Gauge: 8 stitches and 12 rounds per inch (2.5cm) in stockinette stitch.

Abbreviations:
K=knit
P=purl
S1= slip a stitch
K2tog= Knit 2 together
SSK= Slip, slip, knit