Siroc Socks
The Siroc Sock design came about as a way to bust my sock stash, especially my leftover advent self-striping sock yarn from years past. I wanted a motif that would not only play nicely with the horizontal striping, but would also add a bit of vertical detailing for visual interest. This is achieved with simple 1/2 left and right cross cables that are enjoyable to knit and work up fast!
Siroc is derived from the word sirocco, meaning a hot, dusty wind that blows across the Mediterranean coast. This wind is so powerful that it creates ripples in the sand. This ripple effect is mimicked in this sock pattern, created by the cabling technique.
This digital pattern has two heel options, the Shadow Wrap or Afterthought Heel, based on your preference and also includes both charted and written instructions.
The Siroc Sock design came about as a way to bust my sock stash, especially my leftover advent self-striping sock yarn from years past. I wanted a motif that would not only play nicely with the horizontal striping, but would also add a bit of vertical detailing for visual interest. This is achieved with simple 1/2 left and right cross cables that are enjoyable to knit and work up fast!
Siroc is derived from the word sirocco, meaning a hot, dusty wind that blows across the Mediterranean coast. This wind is so powerful that it creates ripples in the sand. This ripple effect is mimicked in this sock pattern, created by the cabling technique.
This digital pattern has two heel options, the Shadow Wrap or Afterthought Heel, based on your preference and also includes both charted and written instructions.
The Siroc Sock design came about as a way to bust my sock stash, especially my leftover advent self-striping sock yarn from years past. I wanted a motif that would not only play nicely with the horizontal striping, but would also add a bit of vertical detailing for visual interest. This is achieved with simple 1/2 left and right cross cables that are enjoyable to knit and work up fast!
Siroc is derived from the word sirocco, meaning a hot, dusty wind that blows across the Mediterranean coast. This wind is so powerful that it creates ripples in the sand. This ripple effect is mimicked in this sock pattern, created by the cabling technique.
This digital pattern has two heel options, the Shadow Wrap or Afterthought Heel, based on your preference and also includes both charted and written instructions.
YARN
STRIPED: The Cozy Knitter Bliss 80% Superwash Merino / 20% Nylon (Fingering Weight) 420 yds (384 m) / 115 g; 1 skein in 2023 Advent Stripe
SPECKLED: (MC) Salty Blonde Fibers 2-ply Sock 80% Superwash Merino / 20% Nylon (Fingering Weight) 400 yds (366 m) / 100 g; 1 skein in Burn Book
(CC) Silly Goose Yarns Plump Fingering 75% Superwash Merino, 25% Nylon (Fingering Weight) 463 yds (423 m) / 100 g 0.5 skein in Bubblegum
SOLID: Polka Dot Sheep Tenderfoot 80/20 80% Superwash Merino / 20% Nylon (Fingering Weight) 400 yds (366 m) / 100 g; 1 skein in Slate
NEEDLES & NOTIONS
• US 1 (2.25 mm) needles for small circumference knitting (Cuff: All Sizes; Leg/ Foot: Sizes 1, 3, 5)
• US 1.5 (2.5 mm) needles for small circumference knitting (Leg/Foot: Sizes 2 & 4)
• Cable needle, stitch markers, tapestry needle, waste yarn in contrasting color and same yarn weight (only if you choose the Afterthought Heel option)
GAUGE
Sizes 1, 3, 5 on US 1 (2.25 mm) needle:
3 full repeats across in Siroc pattern = 2.5 in (6.3 cm) after blocking
36 sts in stockinette = 4 in (10 cm) after blocking
52 rnds in Siroc pattern and in stockinette = 4 in (10 cm) after blocking
Sizes 2 & 4 on US 1.5 (2.5 mm) needle:
3 full repeats across in Siroc pattern = 2.75 in (6.9 cm) on US 1.5 (2.5 mm) after blocking
32 sts in stockinette = 4 in (10 cm) after blocking
48 rnds in Siroc pattern and in stockinette = 4 in (10 cm) after blocking
SIZES
Adult 1 (2, 3, 4) 5
Your Foot Circumference: 7.5 (8.5, 9.5, 10.5) 11.5 in [19 (21.5, 24, 27) 29 cm]
Finished Sock Circumference (Foot): 7 (7.75, 8.5, 9.5) 10.25 in [17.75 (19.5, 21.5, 24) 26 cm]
Finished Sock Circumference (Leg): 6.75 (7.25, 8.25, 9.25) 10 in [17 (18.5, 21, 23.5) 25.5 cm]
For Best Fit: You will measure the circumference of your foot around the widest part, and allow for 0.75-1.5 in (2-3.75 cm) of negative ease in circumference and 0.5 in (1 cm) negative ease in length.
There is all-over cabling on the leg and then the foot only has cabling on the front half; this means the leg will fit more snugly. If you'd prefer a looser leg, you can opt to only cable the front half of that as well, so that there are no cables on the back side of your sock.