Hayrick

There's nothing like starting the week with a new pair of socks.

Hayrick Socks.  

This well-written pattern from Anne Hanson has both written and charted instructions and includes 5 sizes.  The design features an 8-round repeat of yarn overs and decreases to create an open, almost lacy fabric.  Perfect for spring.

The yarn is Lucia, colorway Pear.

With that I'm off to plot my next sock project . . . another great way to start the week.

Light and Airy

It was time for a new sock project, so the other day I spent time looking at patterns.  Often I gravitate toward socks with some type of ribbed design, but this time I made a conscious effort to branch out. Since this project will inevitably be on-the-go, I didn't want a pattern what was too involved.  That's probably why I often choose the above-mentioned ribbed patterns . . . somewhat mindless with a little bit of interest.

After some debate I settled on this.

Hayrick Sock.  The 8-row pattern repeat creates the illusion of cables and lace.  Very clever yet easy to remember.  An airy sock in a light color must mean we're moving toward spring.

My color inspiration this week paints a picture.

Bright surrounded by a black border.

Many colors, lovely details.