Are you ready to knit thick, cosy boot socks? This pattern is the one that will help you!
Based on the ever-popular Basic 4ply Socks pattern, this 8ply (DK) version of the basic sock pattern is easy to adapt to any shoe size and foot shape. The tutorial that goes with this sock pattern is here: Basic 8ply (DK) Socks
If you’re new to socks and need extra help, the Winwick Mum Sockalong tutorials will talk you through every step of the way – and because this pattern is based on the 4ply version, you can still use the tutorials whilst adjusting the numbers to fit the yarn and foot size you’re knitting for. Written for short circular, long circular and double pointed needles, you can choose the needle style that suits you best, and then sit with me as we discuss sock anatomy and work our way from casting on for the cuff all the way down to seam-free toes.
Don’t need tutorials? You can cast on straight away as the pattern is easy to follow and if you need to make adjustments, advice and links are given to help.
This is a cuff down sock pattern with a heel flap and gusset. The heel flap is worked in heel stitch for a comfy, cushioned heel, and the toes are grafted with Kitchener stitch.
These will be the best socks you’ll ever wear!
Useful to know
Size
To fit ball of foot circumference 8 inches; 20 cm
Advice is given on how to adjust the pattern and how to calculate the right number to cast on for the perfect fit.
Yarn
1 x 150g 8ply yarn. You can also use 4ply yarn held double, but do check your tension before starting.
Yarn pictured is Regia Iglu Color in shade 8991 Lappland (now discontinued) ** Many DK yarns are sold in 100g balls and you may get one pair out of a ball depending on foot size, but it might be safer to buy two or have a contrast available, just in case.
Materials
3.5mm needles – short circular needle, DPNs (double pointed needles) or 80cm circular for magic loop
1 set DPNs size 4.0mm (optional for a looser cuff)
1 set DPNs size 3.5mm (not required for magic loop)
Stitch holder (optional)
Stitch markers
Wool needle
Tension
22 sts to 10 cm (4 ins) in stocking stitch (worked in the round) on 2.5mm needles.
This pattern is for:
- Knitters who can confidently cast on, knit and purl. (I’ll help you with the rest!)
- Knitters who want to knit socks but have always thought they were too hard (they’re not!).
- People who know that hand-knitted socks are the BEST socks you’ll ever wear!
Printing info:
The pattern is 7 pages long.
- 5 pages of pattern including information on how to adjust sizing
- 2 pages of additional information at the end
You can find the Winwick Mum Sockalong tutorials here, and if you’d prefer them in book form, I’ve got that too! You can find Super Socks, the paperback version of the Sockalong tutorials here, and e-book versions on Amazon, Nook and Kobo. The Basic 8ply (DK) Socks pattern is also included in this book.
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