Stay Cool Shortie Socks

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Introducing the Stay Cool Shortie Socks, the perfect knitting pattern for those warm months when you want to keep your feet cozy yet stylish. Inspired by the vibrant designs of friendship bracelets, these socks feature a unique colorwork design across the instep that not only looks fabulous but also hugs your foot comfortably to ensure the socks stay in place throughout the day. Gather up those odd balls or mini skeins of fingering weight yarn, and let your creativity shine!

The Stay Cool Shortie Socks pattern includes both toe-up and cuff-down options, giving you the freedom to choose the method that suits your knitting style best. Available in three sizes, this versatile pattern accommodates a variety of foot sizes: the 6" size (48 stitches), 8" size (64 stitches), and the larger 10" size (80 stitches). The pattern’s construction features a short-row heel, which contributes to a snug fit and allows for easy customization.

For yarn requirements, the selections are as follows:

6” size (48 sts.):

MC (Main Color) = 15 - 20 g
CC1 (Contrast Color 1) = 8 - 10 g
CC2 (Contrast Color 2) = 8 - 10 g

8” size (64 sts.):

MC = 20 - 25 g
CC1 = 15 - 22 g
CC2 = 12 g

10” size (80 sts.):

MC = 25 - 32 g
CC1 = 20 - 25 g
CC2 = 15 g

To knit the Stay Cool Shortie Socks, you will need a US 1 (2.25 mm) circular needle, with a length of 40” (100 cm), or double-pointed needles (DPNs), or another size to achieve the desired gauge. For the colorwork section, an optional set of US 1.5 (2.5 mm) needles can be used for a more refined finish.

Get ready to add a splash of color and comfort to your summer sock collection with the Stay Cool Shortie Socks! Perfect for gifts or a fun personal project, this pattern will surely become a go-to favorite in your knitting repertoire.

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