Staffin Socks

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.