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Mermaids Whorl
In the misty twilight of the Baltic Archipelago, where the sea whispers secrets to the rocky shores, a mermaid lingers beneath the waves. Her song weaves through the currents, stirring the water into mesmerizing whorls that dance like the spirals of ancient shells scattered across the islands. Inspired by her enchantment, Mermaid’s Whorl captures the magic of those swirling patterns in soft, flowing cables that wrap onto your legs like the gentle embrace of the sea. Knit these socks in a dreamy shade of purple, reminiscent of the twilight horizon, and let each stitch carry you to a world where the waves hum with mystery and the Baltic’s timeless beauty unfolds.
Yarn
Aran weight, 100 grams = 200 m / 218 yds. 80% Wool, 20 % polyamide.
100 – 150 g
Sample is size M and shoe size EU 38 and uses 112 grams of Novita 7 veljestä Lontoorae.
Needles
Dpn’s, long circular needle for magic loop or your favorite needles for short circumference knitting in the round.
Size 3 mm / US 2 1/2 or size needed to obtain the gauge.
1 cable needle in the same size
Gauge
20 sts and 33 rows = 10 cm / 4 inch in Stockinette stitch in the round, after wet blocking.
If you are not able to get gauge, go with whatever needle size you need to get the stitch count right.
Notions
3 (6 if you’re knitting two at a time) Stitch Markers.
Tapestry needle for grafting and weaving in the loose ends.
Sizes
1 (2, 3, 4, 5)
Foot and leg circumference: 20 (22, 24, 26, 28) cm / 7.75 (8.5, 9.5, 10.25, 11) inch.
Notes
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The cables should be on the outer side of the leg.
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When picking up and knitting stitches, use this tutorial for a no-holes finish pu&k.
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Christmas Tree increases Video Tutorial for round cast on.
- First published: May 2025
- Page created: May 28, 2025
- Last updated: May 28, 2025 …
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