Blooming Radiance by Makenzie Alvarez

Blooming Radiance

Knitting
July 2026
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
32 stitches and 44 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette St on smaller needle
US 2 - 2.75 mm
US 1½ - 2.5 mm
300 - 520 yards (274 - 475 m)
7.25 (8.25, 9.25)” /18.5 (21, 23.5) cm
English
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It’s more than just a bit of earth; it is filled with radiance. When nature thrives it shares its beauty with those who take the time to notice. The fleeting life of a bloom is a simple reminder that wonder exists — if only we choose to see it. While flowers aren’t meant to last, let these socks serve as a daily reminder that both nature and the world are full of Blooming Radiance.

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

Gauges
32 sts x 40 rnds = 4”/10 cm square in Stockinette St/Colorwork on large needles
32 sts x 44 rnds = 4”/10 cm square in Stockinette St on smaller needles

Yarn
Fingering weight yarn; MC: 300 yds/274 m; CC: 220 yds/201 m

Sample used: Newburgh Yarn Co, Soft Sock; 85% Superwash Merino, 15% Nylon; 437 yds/400 m; 3.5 oz/100 g; MC: 1 hank of Antler Ivory. CC: 1 hank of Lake Life

Needles
US1.5/2.5 mm - 32”/80 cm circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge
US2/2.75 mm - 9”/23 cm circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions
2 stitch markers (1 unique marker for beginning of the 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)