KNITTING PATTERN for Desiree Diamond Socks - Charted Colorwork Sock pattern - digital download

**NOTE: This is for the KNITTING PATTERN, not the socks themselves** This listing is for the Desiree Diamond Socks PATTERN which is a charted toe-up sock pattern using 2 different fingering weight yarns for Size Medium, knitted on two circular needles with optional size 6 bead work on the front of the socks. It features a diamond pattern on the front, a different diamond pattern on the foot and back, optional beadwork for the front diamonds, and a short row heel. Desiree Diamond Socks is named for my childhood best friend who I met when we were in day-care many moons ago! These are Fair-Isle knitted socks and the pattern is suitable for intermediate knitters, familiar with stranded colorwork techniques, basic beadwork and toe-up sock construction. Pattern includes color charts for the instep and foot with easy to read symbols. The pattern is in digital (.pdf) form and is downloadable. CONSTRUCTION: Toe-Up NEEDLES: 2 - 2.75mm circulars (I use 16" circulars) SIZE(S) AVAILABLE: Medium width DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Intermediate knitters familiar with stranded colorwork technique, toe-up construction, beadwork, basic knitting stitches. MATERIALS NEEDED: Main Color: 50 grams of sock weight yarn - approx 200-230 yards, Contrast Color: 50 grams of sock weight yarn - approx 200-230 yards, Size 6 glass beads - about 20-30 (optional)