Road Trip Socks

Are you ready to embark on a cozy knitting adventure? My best friend lives in Wisconsin, while I reside in Virginia, and we decided to meet in the middle for a delightful knitting and bestie week in the summer of 2021. I was eager to create a pair of socks that were anything but ordinary. With a desire to knit something interesting yet easy enough to allow for chatting and TV watching, I drew inspiration from the different routes we took to our destination—and voila, a fantastic sock pattern was born!

This pair of socks is expertly knit cuff-down using a fun and engaging knit and purl combination, making it perfect for beginners as well as more experienced knitters who seek a step up from the classic vanilla sock. This pattern includes step-by-step instructions, complete with handy tips that I’ve discovered over the years to ensure your socks fit as perfectly as possible.

The pattern is thoughtfully crafted to accommodate multiple sizes: Small, Medium, and Large, which correlate to stitch counts of 56, 64, and 72 stitches respectively. This ensures that you can create an ideal fit for yourself or gift them to a friend.

For this project, you will need 100g (or less for shorty socks) of high-quality fingering weight yarn, knitting needles sized to your preference for sock knitting (I typically use US1.5/2.5mm), a stitch marker to keep track of your rows, and a tapestry needle for finishing touches and weaving in ends.

This knitting pattern has undergone thorough test knitting to guarantee its reliability and ease of use. So, grab your favorite yarn, your needles, and let’s get started on knitting a pair of charming socks that capture the essence of friendship and adventure! Perfect for both seasoned sock knitters and those just starting out, this pattern makes for a delightful addition to your knitting repertoire.

Whether you are knitting for yourself or creating a heartfelt gift, these stylish and comfortable socks will surely bring warmth and joy on chilly days. Happy knitting!