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| Job type | Test knit |
| Description | Is there any better way to celebrate the coming Spring than a pair of delicate, lacy, ruffly socks? The Frolic Socks fit the bill, from their beautiful (and surprisingly easy and intuitive) lace pattern to the dainty ruffle at the base of the cuff. These will look just as great full-length, as pictured, as they would short! Whether you're traipsing through a meadow or just running errands, the Frolic Socks will add a dose of whimsy and romance to every step you take. The Frolic Socks are knit from the toe-up with multiple options for toe and heel constructions for a perfectly customizable fit. Before beginning to knit the 2x2 cuff, you'll insert a lifeline so that once you finish the cuff and bind off, you can easily slip those stitches back onto your needles to knit the ruffle separately. You can choose between a wedge toe and a barn toe, then between a heel flap and gusset and a German short row boomerang heel. Note: I like to do my test-knits through Canva because it ensures that changes can be seen in real time and testers can leave comments directly in the document. It is possible to download the PDF from the Canva link, but it can be tricky and if you have trouble doing so, I'm happy to provide an emailed PDF, so long as you ask politely! |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Due date | 2025-03-17 |
| Craft | Knitting |
| Test secrecy | Postable |
| Advertiser | Flights of Fancy |
| Spots available | 0 |
| Sizes required |
Adult Medium
: Filled!
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| Finished measurements | Medium: 18cm/7in This size should fit the average woman's foot width, and the length is entirely customizable. |
| Gauge | 34 stitches and 44 rows per 4 inches |
| Charted or written pattern | Written |
| Skills required | Toe-up sock construction, including Judy's Magic Cast On. For German Short Row Boomerang Heel construction: German Short Rows Basic lace work techniques (yarn overs and single decreases) |
| Construction type | Toe Up |
| Required or recommended yarn | Filcolana Arwetta or other fingering weight yarn |
| Yardage | 70-100g |
| Tools required | The pattern is written using the magic loop method, but can be worked using double pointed needles or small (23cm/9in) circulars, depending on your preference. You’ll need 2.25mm needles, or size required to meet gauge. |
| Ownership of the finished item | The finished item is yours to keep. |
| Requirements from the maker |
One finished sock before the deadline. A Ravelry project page set up and linked to the pattern with at least one photo. |
| Rewards from the designer |
The designer is offering discounted or free pattern(s) to testers
A discount code for a free pattern of your choice from my Ravelry shop. |
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