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This pattern is available for $5 USD on Ravelry. Click here to view it on Ravelry.

This pattern is available for $5 USD on Ravelry. Click here to view it on Ravelry.

These socks are a fun way to use up some of your smaller sock scraps. They are knit from the cuff down and feature a two-color heel flap that is cleverly designed not to require any stranding on the purl side. You will manage floats with the ladderback jacquard method during the gusset to maintain the horizontal stripes without interruption. The second sock is mirrored—the triangles point the opposite direction.

This pattern uses the ladderback jacquard method during the gusset, which is similar to double knitting. Stitch-by-stitch instructions are provided in the written directions, but there are also a number of excellent tutorials available online if you get stuck. Try Googling “ladderback jacquard floats” to find tutorials.

Yarn
Fingering weight sock yarn in four colors:
MC: 240yd / 60g
CC1: 160yd / 40g
CC2: 100yd / 25g
CC3: 100yd / 25g

You could also try using just one CC.

Gauge and Finished Measurements
This pattern is written for two sizes, but three gauges are provided for a total of six possible finished sizes:

• 9 stitches and 11 rows per inch in stranded colorwork for the following sizes: S (L): 7.75 (8.75)” foot and leg circumference.
• 8.5 stitches and 11 rows per inch in stranded colorwork for the following sizes: S (L): 8.25 (9.5)” foot and leg circumference.
• 8 stitches and 11 rows per inch in stranded colorwork for the following sizes: S (L): 8.75 (10)” foot and leg circumference.

Needles
US 1 / 2.25mm circular needles or set of DPNs (or size needed to obtain gauge).
If you work with circular needles, you will also need:
Two DPNs in the same size as your circular needles.

Stranded colorwork patterns are charted only. Construction instructions are written.

This pattern has been test knitted.

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Cabled socks are popular amongst my friends and family, but I find that non-knitters tend to struggle with the extra effort required to pull a handknit well-fitting all-over cabled sock over their heels. I designed these socks to solve that problem. The cable running down the front of the sock satisfies my desire to knit yummy cables for my loved ones, while the Stockinette leg back makes them easy to pull on and wear comfortably. The Stockinette leg back also makes these ideal for those with high insteps, who might have extra trouble pulling on a fully cabled sock. These socks are constructed cuff down with a heel flap and gusset for a great heel fit.

Yarn
400yd / 100g of fingering weight yarn.
Sample knit using Master of My Feet by Invictus Yarns in colorway Wisdom.

Gauge
8.5 stitches and 12 rows per inch in Stockinette stitch.

Finished Measurements
S (M, L): 6.5 (7.5, 8.5)” foot and leg circumference.
Length and height are adjustable. Choose a size that will fit with about 1” of negative ease.

Needles
US 0 / 2mm circular needles or set of DPNs (or size needed to obtain gauge).

Stitch patterns are charted only. Construction instructions are written.

This pattern has been test knitted.

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The Coziest Cabled Socks are knit from the cuff down with a classic heel flap and gusset. A cozy cabled pattern hugs the leg, while simple knits and purls on the foot prevent any uncomfortable lumps in your shoes. These socks are a fairly quick knit in sport weight yarn and the four available sizes mean you can knit them for almost anyone on your list.

Yarn
360yd / 115g of sport weight yarn.
Sample knit using Capital Luxury Sport by Neighborhood Fiber Co. in colorway Patterson Park.

Gauge
7.5 stitches and 10.5 rows per inch in Stockinette stitch.

Finished Measurements
S (M, L): 6.5 (7.5, 8.5)” foot and leg circumference.
Length and height are adjustable. Choose a size that will fit with about 1” of negative ease.

Needles
US 1 / 2.25mm circular needles or set of DPNs (or size needed to obtain gauge).
AND
US 1.5 / 2.5mm circular needles or set of DPNs (or one size up from needles used to obtain gauge).

Stitch patterns are charted only. Construction instructions are written.

This pattern has been test knitted in sizes M, L, and XL. Size S has not been tested. Please send me a direct message on Ravelry if you find any issues with size S.

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Achieve a stunning graphic effect using only basic increases, decreases, knits, and purls with this addictive sock pattern. These socks in three sizes are knit from the cuff down and feature a heel flap and hidden gusset that merges seamlessly with the instep pattern.

Yarn
400yd / 100g of fingering weight yarn.
Sample knit using Invictus Yarns Unafraid in colorway With a Twist.

Gauge
8.5 stitches and 12 rows per inch in Stockinette stitch.

Finished Measurements
S (M, L): 6.5 (7.5, 8.5)” foot and leg circumference.
Length and height are adjustable. Choose a size that will fit with about 1” of negative ease.

Needles
US 0 / 2mm circular needles or set of DPNs (or size needed to obtain gauge).

Stitch patterns are charted only. Construction instructions are written.

This pattern has been test knitted.

This pattern originally debuted as the second round sock for the Sock Madness competition in 2018. It is now available to the general public for free from Ravelry. Click here to view it on Ravelry.

These socks are a gentle introduction to brioche in the round and basic brioche increases. The brioche blocks are checkered with striped blocks of Stockinette stitch, helping avoid brioche’s typical compressed row gauge. These socks are worked cuff down with a Fleegle heel and a wedge toe. The socks pictured above have had their colors reversed—this is optional. Check that brioche box off your knitting bucket list with a pair of Checkbox Socks!

Yarn
200yd / 50g of fingering weight yarn in a main color and 200yd / 50g of fingering weight yarn in a contrast color.
Sample knit using Arbor Twist Sycamore Sock in Whispy and Mrs. Crosby Train Case in Great Tailed Grackle.

Gauge
8.5 stitches and 12 rows per inch in Stockinette stitch.

Finished Measurements
S (L): 7.5 (8.5) inch foot and leg circumference.
Length and height are adjustable.
The stitch pattern is very stretchy, so smaller stitch counts than you may be used to are used. Choose a size that will fit with about 1” of negative ease based on the above measurements.

Needles
US 0 / 2mm circular needles or set of DPNs (or size needed to obtain gauge).

The instructions for this pattern are written, not charted.

This pattern has been test knitted.

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These cuff-down socks featuring an afterthought heel are a modern take on traditional Fair Isle motifs from Traditional Fair Isle Knitting by Sheila McGregor. The name is inspired by my time spent knitting these socks by the pool on vacation in Mexico.

Yarn
200yd / 50g of fingering weight yarn in a main color.
200yd / 50g of fingering weight yarn in a contrast color.
Fingering weight waste yarn.

Gauge
8.5 stitches and 12 rows per inch in Stockinette stitch on smaller needles. 9 stitches and 10 rows per inch in stranded colorwork on larger needles.

Needles
US 0 / 2mm circular needles or set of DPNs (or size needed to obtain gauge).
US 1.5 / 2.5mm circular needles or set of DPNs (or size needed to obtain gauge).

Finished Measurements
8” foot and leg circumference. Adjust gauge to achieve larger or smaller sizes.
Length and height are adjustable.

Stitch patterns are charted only. Construction instructions are written.

This pattern has been test knitted.

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This stitch pattern, reminiscent of a flock of birds in flight on a summer day, adds just enough interest to an otherwise mindless, relaxing pattern, perfect for speckled, tonal, or lightly variegated yarns. These socks are worked toe up with a star toe and a short row heel. Patterning is only on the instep and the front of the leg, leaving plenty of Stockinette stitch to keep your needles flying.

Yarn
400yd / 100g of fingering weight yarn.
Sample knit using Arbor Twist Baobab BFL Sock in Whispy.

Gauge
8.5 stitches and 12 rows per inch in Stockinette stitch.

Needles
US 0 / 2mm circular needles or set of DPNs (or size needed to obtain gauge).

Finished Measurements
S (M, L): 6.5 (7.5, 8.5)” foot and leg circumference.
Length and height are adjustable.
Choose a size that will fit with about 1” of negative ease.

This sock has a short row heel. You may want to add additional stitches in the form of a gusset to fit high insteps. This pattern does not explain how to do this, but there are many excellent free tutorials online. Click here for a tutorial on gussets for short row heels from Knotions.

The instructions for this pattern are written. There are no charts.

This pattern has been test knitted.

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Take off on your next adventure with these toe-up socks incorporating traditional Bavarian traveling stitches in modern motifs. These socks come in three sizes and include a high-instep modification for adding a gusset and heel flap to the short row heel. Ribbing makes these socks stretchy yet snug.

Finished Measurements:
S (M, L): 6.5 (7.5, 8.5)” foot and leg circumference.
Length and height are adjustable. Choose a size that will fit with about 1” of negative ease.

Stitch patterns are charted only. Construction instructions are written.

This pattern has been test knitted.