Embossed Socks

Daydreaming about textural contrasts is the inspiration for these lovely socks.
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Knit in the round from the cuff down, the embossed appearance is created by outlined cables that smoothly merge into a ribbed texture for a snug fit.

These socks are designed using the same stitch pattern as: 
Embossed Fingerless Mitts
Embossed Hat

Sizes:
Adult Small (Small-Medium, Medium, Large, Extra Large) 
To fit foot circumference: 17.5 (19, 20, 23, 25.5) cm / 7 (7.5, 8, 9, 10) in

Finished Measurements:
Sock circumference: 15 (17, 18.5, 20, 22) cm / 6 (6.75, 7.25, 8, 8.75) in

Yarn:
230 (260, 295, 326, 395) m / 252 (285, 323, 357, 432) yds of 4ply (fingering) yarn
Sample shown in Knit Picks Hawthorne Fingering yarn;
(80% superwash fine highland wool, 20% polyamide; 326 m / 357 yds per 100g skein)
Colour: Turkish Delight Kettle Dye; 1 skein; Size: Medium

Needles & Notions:
1 set 2.25mm / US 1 dpns 
​1 set 2.50mm / US 1 1/2 dpns 
​(or sizes required to obtain gauge)
cable needle 
3 stitch markers 
tapestry needle

Gauge: 
32 sts and 46 rnds = 10 cm / 4 in worked in Stocking stitch 
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Pattern Language: English

Skill level: Intermediate

Tech Editor: Cathy Susko