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Product Details
Inspired by the 19th century Norwegian Lusekofte, the traditional geometric patterning and lus (lice) motifs make this sock fun to knit. The stockinette stitch heel flap is knitted with a Norwegian Star pattern, and has a Band Heel, which requires no instep gusset, and a Wide Toe. The gauge is 8 stitches/inch in 2 color stockinette stitch for three sizes. Notes are given for another three sizes, in between, knitted at 7 stitches/inch. Guernsey or firm sport weight yarn recommended. Traditionally knitted in black and cream. This pattern is recommended for intermediate knitters. Featured Techniques: Double Cast-on (Long Tail), Knitting with a color in each hand, The Band Heel, The Wide Toe, Kitchener Stitch. Charts, technique photos, glossary, reading list , and schematic are included.
- Brand
- Independent Designer
- Craft
- Knitting
- Designer
- Beth Brown-Reinsel
- Format
- Downloadable PDF
- Language
- English
- Notes
- Regular sport-weight or fingering weight sock yarn can be substituted for Frangipani Guernsey yarn.
- Pages
- 6
- Skill Level
- Intermediate
- Yarn Weight
