Yarn: 
1 Skein Manos Del Uruguay Alegria
75% merino superwash / 25% polyamide.
445 yds / 405 mts per 3.5oz /100g.
Any color. Model worked in Natural.
Needles & Notions:
One 40" or two 16” or longer size 1 (2.25mm) circular
needle or sizes to obtain correct gauge
Tapestry needle.
 
These socks are knit from the toe up. There are several ways to cast on for toe up socks - provisional, Eastern, Judy’s Magic Loop, etc. Select the method you prefer. The pattern is worked on the instep and the cuff. These socks also feature a short-row heel which is an alternative to the heel flap and gusset technique used for most socks. This short-row technique is the basis of “Simple Socks: Plain and Fancy” by PriscillaGibson-Roberts. The basic technique involves knitting one less stitch at the end of every row on the heel back and knitting one more stitch at the base the heel. The result is a heel similar to those found on commercially manufactured socks.