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These sweet ankle socks were inspired by images of the paths and the rows of flowers at Monet’s house in Giverny. The socks are knitted from the top down, starting with a ribbing that incorporates a twist stitch. This then develops into an open lace pattern that creates columns of flower motifs repeating all the way around the sock.

The 4 row lace pattern is easy to remember making the socks an ideal project when relaxing outdoors, surrounded by blossoming flowers and soaking up the sunshine. The end result is a pair of light, lacy socks, perfect for stepping into Summer!

If you prefer a longer leg of lace you can easily adjust the length to make a longer sock before working the heel.

The Giverny Garden socks are available in 3 adult sizes, and video tutorials are provided for the stitches and techniques used to make the socks. The socks are constructed with a heel flap and gusset to give them a nice, comfortable fit.

Kits for the socks are available from www.undertheolivetreeknits.com

Skills / Techniques Used – Knit, purl, slip stitch, short rows, increases and decreases

Sizes and Measurements

The sizes given are ‘to fit’ sizes.

• Small Adult - 8” / 20.5cm foot circumference and at least 9” / 23cm length from tip of toe to back of heel
• Medium Adult - 9” / 23cm foot circumference and at least 10” / 25.5cm length from tip of toe to back of heel
• Large Adult - 9.75” / 25cm foot circumference and at least 10.25” / 26cm length from tip of toe to back of heel

The size shown in the pattern photographs is Small Adult.

Materials Used

When choosing the yarn for your socks, I recommend looking for a yarn with nylon content or a high twist as this adds extra durability and strength.

• 306yd / 280m, 2.45oz / 70g of 4 ply sock yarn. The yarn used in the pattern is the Under the Olive Tree 75% superwash merino / 25% nylon 4ply yarn in the Cherry Blossom colourway (1 skein)
• 1 set of US 1.5 / 2.5mm double-pointed needles (or size needed to obtain gauge)
• 1 Stitch Marker
• 1 Tapestry Needle

Gauge - 32 sts and 44 rnds to 4” / 10cm in stockinette stitch after blocking

Pattern Testimonials

Yet another stunning sock pattern from Jemma. The pattern is reminiscent of garden paths through flower beds, I love them! - Sabina

This pattern has an easy to remember repeat with enough interest to make an enjoyable knitting project with a very pleasing result – Hazel

Enjoyed the pattern, and seemed to go quickly due to the stitch pattern used – Beth

A well written pattern. Very easy to follow resulting in a very pretty end product. – Claire