Fancy patterned knitted stockings traditionally were used as wedding
gifts in Selbu, Norway, and became popular skiwear across Norway and
beyond. These knee-high stockings are patterned in a simple repeating
Selbu rose motif, which is decreased at the back of the calf.
Finished Size: Women's medium
Yarn: Rauma Gammelserie Strikkegarn,
100% wool yarn, sportweight, 175 yards (160 m)/50 g ball, 3 balls of
#401 Natural White (MC) and 2 balls of #438 Blue (CC)
Needles: set of 5 double pointed, size 2 (2.75 mm), or size needed to obtain gauge.
Notions: Tapestry needle.
Gauge: 32 sts and 33 rnds = 4 inches (10.2 cm) in color pattern.
Skill Level: Intermediate.
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Dec 20 2007, 11:08 AM
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