Spring steps

Notes If you tend to have a tight cast on, use the larger-sized needles to cast on before switching to the smaller-sized needles to work the rib stitch. Rnds 1 to 6 (Using Yarn B) *K3, sl2, K3; rep fr

CAROLINE BIRKETT has used a soft cotton-blend sock yarn from King Cole for this sock design, which produces a breathable, flexible fabric that’s perfect for summer wear. Caroline has created a lovely

Cast on 90 (98: 110: 118: 130: 138: 150: 158) sts using 4.5mm needles and Yarn A. Rib Row 1 K2, (P2, K2) to end. Rib Row 2 P2, (K2, P2) to end. These 2 rows form the rib. Work a further 12 rows, inc 1

YOU WILL NEED ■ West Yorkshire Spinners Solstice 4ply (70% wool, 20% Lyocell, 10% cashmere, 100g/400m) Yarn A Desert (1247) See table for measurements and quantities of Yarn A 1 skein of each: Yarn B

(both alike) CUFF Using 2.75mm DPNs and yarn A, and the long-tail method, cast on 60 sts. Pm and join to work in the round, taking care not to twist sts. Work rounds 1-8 of Chart A, working the 2-st p

MEASUREMENTS To fit sizes: 71/86.5 cm (28/34 ins), 91.5/106.5 (36/42), 112/137 (44/54), 142/152.5 (56/90). Actual size: 96.5 cm (38 ins), 112 (44), 142 (56), 152.5 (60). Length: 52 cm (20½ ins). MATER