If you have always wanted to learn how to knit socks, you’re in luck! Knitting socks may seem daunting at first, but with a little practice and patience, you can create cozy and comfortable socks for yourself or your loved ones. In this step-by-step guide, we will walk you through the process of knitting socks from start to finish.

Materials You Will Need

  • Size 6 double-pointed knitting needles
  • Worsted weight yarn
  • Tapestry needle
  • Scissors
  • Measuring tape

Step 1: Casting On

Start by casting on 64 stitches using the long-tail cast-on method. Divide the stitches evenly among three of your double-pointed needles, with 16 stitches on each needle.

TIP: If you’re new to knitting with double-pointed needles, you might find it helpful to use stitch markers to indicate the beginning and end of each needle.

Step 2: Ribbing

Next, work a K2, P2 ribbing for the cuff of your sock. Repeat this pattern until the cuff measures approximately 2 inches in length.

Step 3: Leg

Continue knitting in the desired pattern for the leg of your sock. You can choose to knit in stockinette stitch for a smooth finish or experiment with different stitch patterns to add texture.

TIP: Remember to knit a test swatch before starting your sock to ensure the gauge matches the desired measurements.

Step 4: Heel Flap

Now it’s time to knit the heel flap. Knit across the first needle until you reach the last stitch. Slip the last stitch purlwise, then turn your work.

Row 1: *Slip 1 purlwise, purl 1* Repeat until the end of the row.

Row 2: Slip 1 knitwise, knit across the rest of the stitches.

Repeat these two rows until the heel flap measures approximately 2.5 inches, ending with Row 2.

Step 5: Turning the Heel

Turning the heel is where the magic happens! Follow these steps:

  1. Row 1 (RS): Knit to the last stitch before the gap. Knit 2 together, knit 1. Turn your work.
  2. Row 2 (WS): Slip 1 purlwise, purl 5 stitches, purl 2 together, purl 1. Turn your work.
  3. Row 3: Slip 1 knitwise, knit to the last stitch before the gap, knit 2 together, knit 1. Turn your work.
  4. Row 4: Slip 1 purlwise, purl to the last stitch before the gap, purl 2 together, purl 1. Turn your work.
  5. Repeat Rows 3 and 4 until all stitches are worked, ending with a knit row.

Step 6: Gusset

With the heel turned, it’s time to pick up stitches along the edge of the heel flap and continue knitting the instep and gusset. Here’s how:

  1. Using a spare needle, pick up and knit stitches along the edge of the heel flap.
  2. Knit across the remaining stitches on the first needle.
  3. Using another needle, knit across the instep stitches.
  4. Using a third needle, pick up and knit stitches along the other edge of the heel flap.
  5. Knit half of the gusset stitches on the last needle.
  6. Place a stitch marker to indicate the start of the round.

Step 7: Foot

Continue knitting in the desired pattern for the foot of your sock until it measures approximately 2 inches less than the desired total length.

Step 8: Toe Decrease

Now it’s time to shape the toe of your sock.

  1. Round 1: Knit to the last 3 stitches on the first needle, knit 2 together, knit 1. On the second needle, knit 1, slip, knit, pass slipped stitch over, knit to the last 3 stitches, knit 2 together, knit 1. On the third needle, knit 1, slip, knit, pass slipped stitch over, knit to the end.
  2. Round 2: Knit all stitches.
  3. Repeat Rounds 1 and 2 until 16 stitches remain in total (4 stitches on each needle).

Step 9: Finishing

Break the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through a tapestry needle and slip the needle through the remaining stitches. Gently remove the double-pointed needles and pull tight to close the toe. Weave in any loose ends and voila, you’ve knitted a pair of cozy socks!

Now that you have a step-by-step guide for knitting socks, grab your knitting supplies and start creating your own beautiful and warm socks. Happy knitting!

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