KNITTING PATTERN: Ankle Sock with Antique-style Heel and Gusset

History has so much to offer us in terms of creativity and different ways of looking at solutions to fitting problems. Nowhere is this more evident than in the unusual method that was used to make the heel and gusset of a stocking in the 16th and 17th centuries.

This modernized ankle sock pattern incorporates the techniques of a 16th century Italian silk stocking to make a new and interesting fit and look.

I highly recommend using a self-striping sock yarn for the best visual appeal as the bottom of the foot really pops when this kind of yarn is used.

Gauge: approximately 8.5sts = 1 inch/2.5 cm

Materials:
• two 50g balls of Patons Kroy Socks FX yarn (sample is knit with the “Cadet” colourway).
• a set of five double pointed needles, US size 2 or size needed to obtain correct gauge
• Tapestry needle for closing the toe and weaving in the ends