Like a mountainside covered in snow-dusted trees, a forest of knitted trees covers the length of these lace socks. Knit up in fingering-weight, nylon-reinforced sock yarn and featuring a heavier-duty Dutch heel, these socks should keep you warm for many winters. These socks are knit from the cuff/top-down. SIZE Foot circumference: 7.5 [9.0] inches, Will stretch to fit: 8.5 [10.0] inches YARN 1 skein SweetGeorgia Yarns Tough Love Sock in English Ivy (425 yds / 388 m per 4 oz / 115 g skein; 80% superwash merino wool, 20% Nylon) NEEDLES & NOTIONS Size 1 US / 2.25 mm circular needle, 32” / 80 cm long (for magic loop method) OR one set Size 1 US / 2.25 mm double-pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. 1 stitch marker; yarn needle; spare dpn or stitch holder SKILL LEVEL Intermediate GAUGE 8 sts and 12 rows = 1” in lace pattern. Pattern includes a 4-page pattern with both written and charted instructions.