Quadratus Interruptuse by Deborah Tomasello
Size: Teen and Women's Medium-Large (Make smaller by decreasing needle size to #2) Materials: 1 ball of KnitPicks Palette: Black. 1 partial skein Inji Kismet Fibers: Zenpyou Fire Opal Sock (Will use only a partial skein) One long circular needle, two circular needles, or 5 DPNs, size #3 (#2 for Small) Stitch marker Tapestryneedle Gauge: 32 stitches and 30 rounds = 4” on #3 needles Abbreviations: K2TOG= knit 2 stitches together SSK= slip one stitch, then slip the next. Insert left needle into the front loops of the slipped stitches and knit them together from this position Instructions: Socks are worked top-down. LEG: With circular needle or DPNs, CO 72 sts using Black. (18 sts on each of 4 DPNs). Join to work in round, placing marker and being careful not to twist stitches (if using a circ needle). Knit 12-15 rounds 2x2 rib. After ribbing, begin following Chart A for 42 rounds. NOTE: Remember to create floats every 2 or 3 sts. on socks so toes don't get caught when putting on the sock!
HEEL:
No more gussets! This pattern features Cat Bordhi's ingenious Sweet Tomato Heel (STH). Cat Bordhi developed her STH over many months, working closely with over a hundred test knitters of all skill levels. During this time she distilled her illustrations and explanations again and again, until her test knitters and tech editor agreed the instructions were as clear and perfect as possible. In order to be sure that her work is not misrepresented, Cat asks that designers who wish to use her heel in their patterns send their readers directly to her free videos as well as to purchasing links for her eBook, Cat's Sweet Tomato Heel Socks (\$20), and to the eBook's individual patterns (\$6 each). She is encouraged that many knitters have been able to work from the free videos alone; if not, the eBook or individual patterns will give you the detailed instructions, illustrations, and explanations you need. Links: (Copy and paste into your web browser.) Video: Sweet Tomato Heel: http://tinyurl.com/4x4xmp2 Video: Padded Sweet Tomato Heel: http://tinyurl.com/3dayxlt To purchase eBook: http://catbordhi.com/books/cats-sweet-tomato-heel-socks-3/ To purchase individual patterns: http://catbordhi.com/category/patterns/socks/ Once you understand Cat Bordhi's STH, proceed with sock. Follow Cat Bordhi's heel instructions, knitting heel with Black. Work three wedges on the 36 sts on needles 1 and 4. Work wedges leaving 8 stitch pairs on each side (4 heel sts left unpaired between pairs). Knit according to pattern across the instep stitches between wedges. Be sure to pick up pattern in the right spot first instep will be using the correct part of round 43, the 2nd wedge will use the appropriate part of round 44, and the 3rd wedge will use the appropriate part of round 45. Float color to be used in instep across when starting each wedge so that it is placed at the beginning of the instep when you are ready for it.
FOOT:
Working all sts on circular needle or split evenly on DPNs as with leg, 18 sts on each DPN, work CHART B. TOE: Using Black, decrease for toe as follows: Needle 1: K to last 3 sts of NEEDLE 1, K2TOG, K1 Needle 2: K 1, SSK, knit until the last 3 stitches of NEEDLE 3 Needle 3: K to last 3 sts, K2TOG, K1 Needle 4: K1, SSK knit to last 3 sts of NEEDLE 1 Repeat this until there are 8 sts left on each needle. Place sts from needles 4 and 1 onto one needle (16sts). Place sts from needles 2 and 3 onto another needle (16 sts). Jraft the remaining stitches together using Kitchener st, and weave in all ends Finishing: Tie and weave in or trim yarn ends. Wash and block to fit.
CHART B
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Please contribute to this global effort. My idea is to gather experiences from the knitting/crocheting community around the world and compile them into a book. We all have so much in common. It will be fun to read our sisters? and brothers' experiences. If this sounds as fun and interesting to you as it does to me, please write a one-page submission for consideration. Any questions or concerns can be directed to me at CoeDeborah@ aol.com. Private information is voluntary, and I will use it only to contact those whose stories I publish. The submitter may remain anonymous. Either way, the personal info won't be shared or used for any other reason. Thank you so much for being a part of this. Once completed, the e-book will be available as a free download for a Name_ Wish to remain anonymous? Ravelry Name_ Email Address_ Country. Phone #_ Write a one-page summary that includes one or more of the following: Why I knit\* What knitting means to me A knitting anecdote-- funny or otherwise (especially looking for funny or humorous stories) Personal history or story related to the topic Knitting Inspiration Pictures (JPEGs) of your work or anything knitting-related (Please own copyright privileges of anything shown) Knitting Aspirations Stash Commentary Unfortunately, I will not be able to use all of the submissions. If I choose to use yours, I will notify you and present you with a permission to publish form for your signature. Thank you, and have fun! DeborahTomasello Please submit to: CoeDeborah@ aol.com Deborah Tomasello on Ravelry http://www.ravelry.com/groups/colorworksbydebi-deborah-tomasello-designs \* I use the word “knit’ to include knitting and/or crocheting
