Blooming Radiance

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It’s more than just a bit of earth; it is filled with radiance. When nature thrives it shares its beauty with those who take the time to notice. The fleeting life of a bloom is a simple reminder that wonder exists — if only we choose to see it. While flowers aren’t meant to last, let these socks serve as a daily reminder that both nature and the world are full of Blooming Radiance.

Finished Circumferences

7.25 (8.25, 9.25)” /18.5 (21, 23.5) cm with 0-0.5”/0-1.25 cm of negative ease

Gauges

32 sts x 40 rnds = 4”/10 cm square in Stockinette St/Colorwork on large needles 

32 sts x 44 rnds = 4”/10 cm square in Stockinette St on smaller needles

Yarn

Fingering weight yarn; MC: 300 yds/274 m; CC: 220 yds/201 m

Sample used: Newburgh Yarn Co, Soft Sock; 85% Superwash Merino, 15% Nylon; 437 yds/400 m; 3.5 oz/100 g; MC: 1 hank of Antler Ivory. CC: 1 hank of Lake Life

Needles

US1.5/2.5 mm - 32”/80 cm circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge 

US2/2.75 mm - 9”/23 cm circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions

2 stitch markers (1 unique marker for beginning of the round) 

Tapestry needle, scissors, measuring tape, and blocking tools

Skills Required

Basic knitting skills 

Knitting in the round 

Colorwork - from a chart or willingness to learn 

Slipping stitches 

Picking up stitches 

Short rows 

Increasing and Decreasing 

Grafting (YouTube tutorial included)