These were started back in April but what with one thing and another, losing my knitting mojo after the death of my dad, they've taken quite some time to finish.
I used the Sugar Frost Socks pattern by Marianne Heikkinen, a pattern I've used before. It's quite straightforward, just one pattern row in every four, but it adds a nice bit of interest to what would otherwise be a plain sock, and just the right amount of pattern for a self striping yarn. Speaking of which, this is West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 ply yarn in the Mojito colourway. I've used the same yarn in the Chocolate Lime colourway for the cuffs, heels and toes. Instead of following the pattern at the heel, I put in a Fish Lips Kiss heel, it's such a good fit and always works well with a self striping yarn.
They're a great fit and will be added to my sock drawer, though I don't think it will be long going by the weather we've got at the moment until they'll be worn
They're smashing, I love the Mojito colour. I think you're right about needing to wear them quite soon, I wore a jumper instead of a T-shirt yesterday.
ReplyDeleteThe socks look great, Jo. And the colour is exactly like chocolate limes. Crumbs, it's ages since I had any of those. I wonder if they're still available? :o)
ReplyDeleteLove the colours on these socks, it is getting cooler each day, we are hoping for a late hot spell in September before we settle down into Autumn, but it's always good to be ready.
ReplyDeleteDear Jo
ReplyDeleteFabulous fresh zesty socks! It is definitely feeling autumnal - socks will soon be a necessity again.
Best wishes
Ellie
A perfect pair of socks, I just love the colours and the pattern is nice too I'll have to look it up. x
ReplyDeleteMojito is the perfect name for this colourway! Your socks are gorgeous, I think I need to check out the pattern. I cast on a pair last Thursday, I haven't knitted socks for six months and I suddenly really wanted to knit a pair. Strange. x
ReplyDeleteLove the colour, I must admit I have sock envy they are gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteSmashing! So green and stripy!
ReplyDeleteI live them, well done.
ReplyDeleteAwesome! They look great!
ReplyDeleteGreat socks, I love the colour :)
ReplyDeleteThose socks are nearly Irish!! Not really, Im just teasing you. .How warm they will be! I'm glad you can knit during your grief
ReplyDeleteLovely Jo & I can see them keeping your feet toasty warm. The only socks I've ever attempted were donated as they turned out huge. Take care, stay safe & huggles.
ReplyDeleteThey will keep your feet snug!xxx
ReplyDeleteThey do look good Jo, love the colour.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Oooh I love the colour! I will look out for the yarn, I fancy a pair like that for myself.
ReplyDeleteThey're lovely. Sadly you will be wearing them sooner rather than later, where has the summer gone?
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