KIHNU

A colourful modern twist on a traditional sock style from the island it is named after. These socks have colourwork detailing and sock teeth pattern (‘sukahambad’) with braids and sleek ribbing down the leg to the toes and heel, reminiscent of its intricate traditional inspiration.

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Foot Circumference: 8.25 (9)" / 20.5 (22.5) cm
Leg Length from Cuff to Start of Heel (adjustable): 6" / 15 cm
Magpie Fibers Swanky Sock (80% Superwash Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Nylon, 400 yds / 366 m – 115 g)
MC: 1 skein of Drops of Jupiter
CC: 1 skein of Bougie Beaver
Or 4ply fingering weight in the following amounts:
MC: 180 (200) yds / 165 (183) m
CC: 48 (58) yds / 44 (53) m
US 1 / 2.25 mm – DPNs or 32"/ 80 cm circular needle for magic loop for Stockinette stitch
US 1.5 / 2.5 mm – DPNs or 32" / 80 cm circular needle for magic loop for colourwork and braid pattern
32 sts x 36 rnds = 4″ / 10 cm in Stockinette stitch in the rnd, after blocking
32 sts x 32 rnds = 4″ / 10 cm in colourwork and braid pattern in the rnd, after blocking
• Knit braids
• Stranded colourwork

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