The Basic Sock Pattern
Discover the joy of knitting with this basic sock pattern, perfect for any skill level! This versatile pattern allows you to unleash your creativity with different sock yarns, enabling you to experiment with features like contrast toes and fun stripes. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced knitter, this pattern offers endless possibilities to personalize your socks.
Gauge - Achieve a precise gauge of 28 x 40 stitches per 4 inches/10 cm, ensuring a comfortable fit for your socks. Accurate gauge is essential for knitting the perfect pair!
Needles - You'll need 2.5mm needles, and you can choose between 100cm circular needles, double-pointed needles (DPNs), or small circular needles. This pattern is primarily designed for the magic loop technique, but it can be seamlessly adapted for DPNs or small circulars as well.
Materials - For this delightful sock project, we recommend using West Yorkshire Spinners yarn in the beautiful colorway Wood Pigeon (864). Each skein is 100g and provides approximately 437 yards of high-quality yarn, perfect for crafting your cozy socks.
Sizes - This versatile pattern accommodates a range of foot sizes, including 1 (2) 3 for foot sizes of 7 (8.5) 10 inches. You can create socks that fit comfortably and stylishly!
Embrace your knitting creativity today and create a unique pair of socks that showcase your personal style. This pattern is not only easy to follow but also opens up a world of potential for using vibrant colors and various textures. Whether you're creating a gift or treating yourself, these socks are bound to be your new favorite project!
