Scottsdale by Carol J. Sulcoski

Fair isle knitting with handpaints?  Why not?  The frequent changes in pattern and alternating colors help counteract a handdyed yarn’s tendency to pool and splotch.  For best results, pick two colorways that don’t overlap in hue; for example, the sample sock is knit in a blue/green colorway and an orange/yellow colorway.  Or try a multicolor paired with a solid or semisolid, again aiming for colors that contrast.  No matter what combination you use, these socks are designed for a fun knit that doesn’t get boring due to the bright colors and changing patterns.  The name was inspired by my husband, who observed that the brightly contrasting colors had a “Southwestern feel.”

Sizes

Woman’s Small (Medium, Large)
Finished circumference:  7.4 (8.6, 9.7) inches
Sample socks shown in size Medium.

Yarn

Black Bunny Fibers Superwash Classic (100% superwash merino; 400 yards [366 meters]/4 oz. skein): The Deep (MC), 1 skein; Tangerina (CC), 1/2 skein

Needles

US #3 (3 mm), or size needed to get gauge: two 24” circular
US #2 (2.75 mm), or one size smaller than agove:  two 24” circular

Gauge

28 sts and 36 rows = 4” in St st 

Notions

Tapestry needle