Avalon

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Behind the iron gate, a serene oasis awaits. It is a place where the noise of the world fades with every step on the sun-warmed stone, and the scent of damp, green earth welcomes you into its embrace. Here you can let go of the worries of the day and surrender to a moment of total serenity.

Avalon was inspired by the journey from the pavement to the sanctuary. Inspired by the contrast of cold, wrought iron and weathered stone, this design captures the path toward a garden oasis. From the structured lines of the entrance to the organic flow of the mossy flagstones, every stitch is a step deeper into the greenery. These socks lead you to your own hidden garden, one stitch at a time.

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

Gauge

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

33 sts x 40 rnds = 4”/10 cm square in colorwork rep on larger needle

Yarn

Fingering weight yarn; MC: 400 yds/366 m; CC: 200 yds/183 m 

Sample used: Wool and Palette; Fingering Weight; 100% Merino/Rambouillet; 225 yds/ 206 m; 1.75 oz/50 g; Colors: 2 hanks (MC) Salamander, 1 hank (CC) Fern

Needles

US1/2.25 mm - 32”/80 cm circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge 

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

Notions

2 stitch markers, 1 unique for Beginning of 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)