River of Life Socks

River of Life Socks

Description: This stitch pattern is one of my favorites. The way it is made—by increasing stitches at the edges, then decreasing them in the center—reminds me of how everything in life comes and goes—birth and death—and that the cycle is continuous and always beginning and ending at the same time. This technique, combined with knit and purl stitches creates a beautiful wave-like effect, and together with the blue yarn it reminds me of a flowing river—thus we have, the river of life.

Yarn used in photo: Classic Elite's Alpaca Sox (60% alpaca, 20% merino, 20% nylon)

Suggested yarn weight: FINE

Yarn amounts: Approx 450 yards

Difficulty level:   INTERMEDIATE

Sizes: 6½ (8)" leg circumference; 4½ (5½)" leg length; 7½ (8½)" foot circumference; 9 (10)" foot length, or desired length.

Gauge: 15 sts and 20 rows = 2" in Circular St st

Needles used: US#2/2.75mm DPNs

Notions: tapestry needle

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