A plump and intricately twined cable is the focal point for this standout holiday stocking—and what a statement it makes! With a seed stitch fill and ribbed background, the twists and turns do not disappoint when a little knitting entertainment is called for. Worked top-down in a classic sock construction with worsted weight yarn, this project offers a speedy solution for a last minute gift to be remembered and treasured. Samples shown are knit in Festivus 9.0 Worsted, color Evergreen and Confection Worsted, color White Chocolate Suggested Yarns:Festivus 9.0 Worsted, Kent Worsted or Aran, Confection Worsted, Stone Soup Worsted, Targhee Tango Worsted, or any sturdy worsted weight yarn with 50 to 65 yards per ounce that knits to pattern gauge Substituting yarn and/or needles may result in an overall variation in size, density, or yardage requirement. Finished Size: approximately 11.5 inches in circumference around top cuff and 13 inches from cuff to heel (washed and blocked) Yarn Requirements: 210 yards Gauge: 19 sts and 29 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in stockinette stitch on larger needle (knit flat, washed and air-dried) Needles: two size 5US (3.75 mm) 16- or 24-inch circular needles (or size to obtain correct gauge; may also be worked on DPNs or a single, 12-inch circular needle if desired) two size 4US (3.5 mm) circular needles (or .25 mm less than gauge needle) cable needle several sizes smaller than gauge needle Note: pattern is written for construction on two circular needles but any circular method may be used
