This pattern includes a second PDF version that is formatted for knitters with low vision. It has black text, size 22 or larger text in a sans serif font, no italics, no columns, and fully-written directions. The chart is still included but is not needed to work the pattern. Many thanks to Gemma Thompson (gemmabelle here on Rav) and the Accessible Patterns group for their guidance in formatting patterns in a more accessible way.

In a book, the frontispiece is an illustrated page facing the title page. Its contents vary depending on when the book was published and what the book is about. Common frontispiece subject matter includes a portrait of the author, a richly illustrated scene from the book, or even an image of the finished book being presented to its new owner (this was common in medieval illuminated manuscripts).

The Frontispiece Socks are knit from the cuff down and feature delicate columns of eyelets down each side. These socks are graded to five sizes. They’re constructed with a heel flap and gusset, and finished with a wedge toe.

Sizes

1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Finished sock dimensions: 6.5” (16.5 cm), 7.5” (19 cm), 8.5” (21.5 cm), 9.5” (24 cm), 10.5” (26.5 cm) circumference (Note: most people like their socks snug, so choose a finished sock size that is slightly smaller than your actual foot)

Materials

Fingering weight yarn, 280-440 yds (256-403 m)

Sample shown knit in Malabrigo Ultimate Sock, 75% Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Nylon, 420 yds (385 m) per 3.5 oz (100 g)

Gauge

4” (10 cm) square = 32 stitches x 40 rows in stockinette

Needles

One set of needles for your preferred style of small-circumference knitting in a size to match gauge listed above

Suggested needle size: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)

Tools

One stitch marker for beginning of round; optional additional markers between pattern repeats
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Skill Level

Intermediate. Techniques include decreases, knitting in the round, stockinette grafting.