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Novita Woolly Wood: Kuunlilja (Hosta) textured socks
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The Kuunlilja socks are knitted using Novita Woolly Wood, an entirely plastic-free sock yarn. The interesting texture is created using knit and purl stitches.
Novita Kesä 2021 -lehti (in Finnish)
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Intermediate
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Novita Woolly Wood
As low as
€5.14
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€8.57
Size
34(38)42Yarn demand
Novita Woolly Wood
(281) Fall Colours 150(150)200 g
Needles and other supplies
Double-pointed needles Novita 3 mm (UK 11 / US 2½) or size needed
Designer
Lea PetäjäCast on 54(57)60 sts and divide them onto four needles: 14, 13, 13 and 14 sts (14, 14, 15 and 14 sts) 15, 15, 14 and 16 sts. The beginning of round is between needles I and IV. Knit 2 rounds.
Begin the textured pattern on row 1 of the chart. Repeat the 3 st pattern 18(19)20 times. Work rows 2–16 of the chart, repeat rows 1–16 of the chart 2(3)3 times and then work rows 1–15 (1–7) 1–15. The leg now measures approx. 16,5(18,5)20,5 cm.
Begin heel flap: knit the sts on needle I onto needle IV; at the same time on size 34 only decrease 2 sts and on size 42 only decrease 1 st = 26(28)30 sts. Leave the other sts on hold. Turn work and knit the sts. With the heel flap sts, work reverse stockinette st for 18(20)22 more rows and finish with the WS row.
Begin turning the heel: work reverse stockinette st as established and work the RS row until 9(10)11 sts remain. Skp (= slip 1 knitwise, k1, pass slipped st over), turn work. Slip 1, k8(8)8, p2tog, turn work. Slip 1, work to last 8(9)10 sts, skp. Continue in this manner, decreasing at the ends with 10 sts in the middle. When only the middle sts remain, divide the sts onto two needles, 5(5)5 sts each. Knit the 5 right-hand sts. The beginning of round is now here.
Using a free needle pick up 13(14)15 sts from the left end of the heel flap + 1 st from between the flap and needle II. Knit the 5 heel flap sts and knit the picked-up sts through the back loop. Knit the sts on needles II and III. Using the needle with 5 sts pick up 13(14)15 sts from the right end of the flap + 1 st from between needle III and the flap. Knit the picked-up sts through the back loop and knit the 5 flap sts.
With these 64(69)71 sts work as established (work reverse stockinette st on needles I and IV and textured pattern in the instep) and begin gusset decreases: at the end of needle I, k2tog; at the beginning of needle IV, skp. Repeat the decreases every other round until 13(14)16 sts remain on needles I and IV. 52(57)61 sts on the needles. Redistribute the sts: 14, 13, 13 and 14 sts (14, 14, 15 and 14 sts) 15, 16, 15 and 15 sts.
Work as established until the sole measures 17(20)22 cm or until the sock covers your fifth toe.
Keep working the textured pattern in the instep and begin toe decreases: at the end of needles I and III, k2tog, k1; at the beginning of needles II and IV, k1, skp. Repeat the decreases on every other round 6(7)8 more times. Then repeat the decreases on every round until 8(9)9 sts remain. Break yarn, pull it through the sts and securely weave in.
Knit the other sock in the same manner.
Finishing
Lightly steam the socks.
Finished dimensions
Shoe size Approx. 34(38)42 (EUR)Stitch patterns & gauge
Stitch patterns Textured pattern in the round: follow the chart and instructions. Reverse stockinette stitch (flat): purl the right side rows and knit the wrong side rows. Reverse stockinette stitch in the round: purl all rows.
Gauge 24 sts in stockinette st = 10 cm / 4 in
Cast on 54(57)60 sts and divide them onto four needles: 14, 13, 13 and 14 sts (14, 14, 15 and 14 sts) 15, 15, 14 and 16 sts. The beginning of round is between needles I and IV. Knit 2 rounds.
Begin the textured pattern on row 1 of the chart. Repeat the 3 st pattern 18(19)20 times. Work rows 2–16 of the chart, repeat rows 1–16 of the chart 2(3)3 times and then work rows 1–15 (1–7) 1–15. The leg now measures approx. 16,5(18,5)20,5 cm.
Begin heel flap: knit the sts on needle I onto needle IV; at the same time on size 34 only decrease 2 sts and on size 42 only decrease 1 st = 26(28)30 sts. Leave the other sts on hold. Turn work and knit the sts. With the heel flap sts, work reverse stockinette st for 18(20)22 more rows and finish with the WS row.
Begin turning the heel: work reverse stockinette st as established and work the RS row until 9(10)11 sts remain. Skp (= slip 1 knitwise, k1, pass slipped st over), turn work. Slip 1, k8(8)8, p2tog, turn work. Slip 1, work to last 8(9)10 sts, skp. Continue in this manner, decreasing at the ends with 10 sts in the middle. When only the middle sts remain, divide the sts onto two needles, 5(5)5 sts each. Knit the 5 right-hand sts. The beginning of round is now here.
Using a free needle pick up 13(14)15 sts from the left end of the heel flap + 1 st from between the flap and needle II. Knit the 5 heel flap sts and knit the picked-up sts through the back loop. Knit the sts on needles II and III. Using the needle with 5 sts pick up 13(14)15 sts from the right end of the flap + 1 st from between needle III and the flap. Knit the picked-up sts through the back loop and knit the 5 flap sts.
With these 64(69)71 sts work as established (work reverse stockinette st on needles I and IV and textured pattern in the instep) and begin gusset decreases: at the end of needle I, k2tog; at the beginning of needle IV, skp. Repeat the decreases every other round until 13(14)16 sts remain on needles I and IV. 52(57)61 sts on the needles. Redistribute the sts: 14, 13, 13 and 14 sts (14, 14, 15 and 14 sts) 15, 16, 15 and 15 sts.
Work as established until the sole measures 17(20)22 cm or until the sock covers your fifth toe.
Keep working the textured pattern in the instep and begin toe decreases: at the end of needles I and III, k2tog, k1; at the beginning of needles II and IV, k1, skp. Repeat the decreases on every other round 6(7)8 more times. Then repeat the decreases on every round until 8(9)9 sts remain. Break yarn, pull it through the sts and securely weave in.
Knit the other sock in the same manner.
Finishing
Lightly steam the socks.
This pattern is publish in the latest issue of Novita Magazine. You can buy your own copy here
Beginner
Have you just learned to knit, maybe still trying to figure out the very basics like knit and purl stitches? Or are you picking up knitting again for the first time since elementary school? Start here.
Technique
Beginner-level patterns include only basic knitting techniques: knitting and purling. You’ll also need to cast on and cast off stitches. The projects can be worked flat or in the round. Easy, regular decreases are used. Most patterns are worked in stockinette or garter stitch. Other simple stitch patterns may occur, and they are always detailed in the written pattern. Stripes of different colours may be used, but no more advanced colourwork.
Patterns
All patterns are written and do not include charts. Abbreviations are not used. Getting gauge is not crucial to the finished piece. Patterns include mostly accessories such as scarved and beanies. Pillowcases and other home decoration pieces.
Adventurous beginner
Got the basics covered? You’d like to take a swing at your first pair of socks, perhaps some easy cables or colourwork? A treasure of patterns awaits you on this level.
Technique
Patterns on this level may include simple colourwork, cables or lace. Colourwork patterns repeats are relatively short, cables simple and symmetrical and lace patterns easy and relatively small, covering details rather than entire pieces. The colourwork, cable and lace stitches are not worked into decreases or increases. Colourwork yarn floats are short, max. 3-4 stitches. Picking up stitches may occur. On this level, you’ll also find easy patterns using domino knitting, log cabin knitting or tunisian crochet.
Patterns
Patterns may include simple charts. In case special techniques are employed, they are detailed our in the instructions, either as text or e.g. through videos. The patterns may also suggest ”shortcuts”, i.e. easier ways to accomplish a technique. Most of the basic socks with heel flaps or afterthought heels are on this level, as well as mittens with no-gusset thumbs. There’s also plenty of sweaters, usually yoke sweaters or raglan sleeve sweaters.
Intermediate
So knitting is a regular hobby for you? Abbreviations, charts and instructions are no more than a walk in the park? Perhaps you’re looking for something to challenge yourself with, even at the odds of frogging?
Technique
In addition to basic techniques, some special techniques may be employed on this level, e.g. short rows. The same pattern may include both lace and cables. Magic loop knitting or entrelac, two-coloured brioche stitch, also here. In general, patterns require a more advanced ability to "read" your knitting. Lace patterns are also more advanced than on the previous level, but the lace stitches are still worked on right side only. Intarsia may be included, but in relatively simple and symmetrical patterns.
Patterns
Patterns on this level can feature concurrent shaping, e.g. neckline shaping at the same time as sleeve decreases or sleeve decreases into cable pattern. Sweater sleeves may require more advanced shaping. Most of our sweaters are at this level. Other patterns include e.g. magic loop patterns and toe-up socks.
Advanced
Turn off that telly and lash the doors, maximum concetration required! Although this skill level doesn’t bring much more in terms of technique, there’s simply more going on at the same time. Skill, concentration and perception are requisite.
Technique
On this level, you’ll find more advanced intarsia patterns, including intarsia in the round. Brioche patterns with decreases and/or cables are also here. Beginning of rounds may shift and multiple markers are needed. Lace or cable stitches may be worked also from wrong side. We’ve also included patterns featuring steeks here. Steeking isn’t hard as such, but requires the nerves and confidence of an experienced knitter.
Patterns
Patterns may include complex steps and require simultaneous reading of both charts and written instructions. Gauge may vary over different steps of the project. The patterns often feature much details and a combination of techniques. The size of the project is not what determines whether it’s advanced or not; focus is on technique, overall complexity and the risk of errors during the project.
Gauge and Swatching
Every pattern is based on a certain gauge, expressed as stitches or rows per 10 cm. It is important that you make a swatch to check your gauge before you start the actual project. If your gauge doesn’t match the pattern’s gauge, your finished garment won’t be the correct size either.
Swatching Start by knitting a swatch. Use the yarn, the needles and the stitch pattern you intend to use in the project. Make the swatch a little wider than 10 cm, so that you’ll be able to measure the stitches properly. Block the swatch by pinning it to a surface, then steam it gently. Count the stitches; put a pin in a stitch, then measure 10 cm from that stitch and put another pin there. Count the stitches from pin to pin – that’s your gauge! If needed, measure both horizontal and vertical gauge (rows). If you’re measuring rib or brioche stitches, stretch out the swatch slightly before measuring.
Adjusting gauge
If your gauge doesn’t match the pattern gauge, you can adjust it by switching needle size. If your swatch has too few stitches per 10 cm (i.e. your knitting is too loose), switch to smaller needles. Conversely, if your swatch has too many stitches per 10 cm, your knitting is too tight and you’ll need a larger pair of needles. Always knit another swatch in order to determine proper gauge and sizing. Also note that the pattern yardage only applies to the pattern yarn, the yardage may differ if you choose another yarn.
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