Named for Omma, Queen of the Mountain, also known as The Mist Queen. ‘Omma’s tears’ is a reference to Lake Vättern. According to Swedish folklore, the lake was created when Queen Omma shed tears after someone courting her drowned in the sea when approaching the western side of Omberg. It is said to be unwise to be out on the lake while Omma is sat in her chamber weaving

Materials : Fyberspates Vivacious 4 ply 100% superwash merino, 399 yards (365 meters)/ 100 grams.

Needles: US 1/ 2.25 mm, your choice of dpns, two circulars, or one long circular to work in the rnd.

Notions: Tapestry needle, , Cable needle, Stitch markers (optional).

Gauge: 32 sts, 44 rnds = 4 inches (10 cm) over stockinette stitch in the rnd.

Size: Woman’s small (medium, large), to fit 7 (8, 9) inches/18 (20, 23) cm foot/leg from back of heel to tip of toe. Foot length is adjustable, socks shown measure 10”.

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