Inspired by the sloping buttresses of the Trotternish escarpment on the Isle of Skye, especially the weirdly shaped rock pinnacles of the Old Man of Storr, this sock pattern is a mix of simple knit, purl and twisted stitches. The boomerang heel, using German short rows and wedged toe shape with a gathered tip fit the foot perfectly. Add to this Shilsdair’s beautifully hand-dyed yarn using local plants, the finished item does not disappoint, and you will have a super comfy pair of socks you won’t want to take off.
Materials
1 hank of Shilasdair Stocainn 75% British Wool/25% Nylon – 100g/400m Sample uses Col. Elm Set of 5 - 2.5mm Double Pointed Needles (or your preferred needles for sock knitting) 3 Stitch Markers
Size The pattern is written for a size Eur 39/UK 6 but can be adjusted to fit any size.