Accessibility statement: A low-visibility English version of this pattern is available in this download. This format is 22 point print in Arial, black font, no italics, written directions only (there are no charts). This document was accessibility checked by MS Word and read-aloud functions.
The pattern inspiration for the second sock pattern in our Night at the movies sock club is drawn from the movie Top Hat – featuring the incredibly talented duo Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. The lace panel that runs along the top outside of this sock pattern reminds me of Dale’s (Played by Ginger Rogers) incredibly flowing dress as she dances in the iconic Cheek to Cheek number. I have a soft spot for old black and white movies, and picking out yarn to perfectly capture how magical they air needed to be very accurate. The first yarn I thought of was Turtlepurl Yarns’ Greyscale colorway, and I am not disappointed with how it meshed up with what I envisioned. Worked in the round, Dale contains both cuff-down and toe-up written directions and a chart for the pattern stitch. The pattern has instructions for an afterthought heel, but you may substitute whatever heel you enjoy using. The pattern is written for the magic loop method for knitting socks; however, the design could be worked on double-pointed needles or mini-circulars instead should you prefer.
This pattern is available individually for $5.00 or as part of the Night at the Movies Sock Club $30.00.
Link to individual pattern in Melinda’s shop
Link to Sock Club patterns in Melinda’s shop