“A traditional Christmas stocking knit in the Fair Isle style. Fair Isle stranded knitting is defined by pattern and color. Especially important is that no more than two colors are used in any one row or round.“ ~Joan
Size:
Approximately 13"/33 cm circumference, 20”/51 cm cuff to toe. Adjust size by changing the needle size.
Yarn:
Fingering weight, samples made with Jamieson’s Spindrift (25 g, 115 yds/105 m), or
Jamieson & Smith Shetland Heritage (25 g ball, 120 yds/110m).
Five colors:
Spindrift
(A) 587 Madder - 161 yds (147 m);
(B) 106 Mooskit - 46 yds (42m);
(C) 104 Natural White - 92 yds (84 m);
(D) 107 Mogit - 83 yds (76 m);
(E) 788 Leaf - 115 yds (105 m).
Shetland Heritage
(A) Berry Wine - 161 yds (147 m);
(B) Fawn - 46 yds (42m);
(C) Flugga White - 92 yds (84 m);
(D) Moorit - 83 yds (76 m);
(E) Moss Green - 115 yds (105 m).
Needles and Notions:
US 2.5/3.0 mm and US 2/2.75 mm for circular knitting or size to achieve gauge.
Stitch markers, tapestry needle.
Skills:
Knitting in the round, two-color stranded knitting, following a chart, and short rows.
Written/Charted:
Charted with written support.
Design by Joan Sheridan
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