Summer Shorty Socks
This year, Iโve been challenging myself to use up my sock yarn stash as part of a knit-along hosted by my friends Chelsea and Alisha. Itโs been such a refreshing way to knitโmore freeform, more adventurous, and for someone that spends a lot of time in spreadsheets before casting onโฆmore fun!
One of the designs that emerged from this challenge is the Summer Shorty Socks. With a cushioned mid-sole, a playful band of colorwork, and the perfect ankle-skimming length for summer, these quickly became a favorite. Naturally, I couldnโt keep them to myself! I knit several more pairs (all from stash yarn, of course), experimenting with color combos and fine-tuning the pattern.
I hope you enjoy makingโand wearingโyours as much as Iโve loved mine.
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Design & Construction: The Summer Shorty Socks are ankle-length, toe-up socks featuring a fleegle heel. The mid- foot is worked in a slip stitch pattern for added cushioning and support, and the leg features a small band of stranded colorwork for a touch of visual interest.
Fit: These socks are designed to fit with approximately 0.25 to 1 in. (1 to 2.5 cm) of negative ease for a snug, comfortable fit. To choose your size, measure the circumference of your foot at its fullest pointโtypically around the ankle where it meets the foot. Then subtract 0.25 to 1 in. (1 to 2.5 cm) from that measurement. Select the size with a finished circumference closest to the result.
Stitch Patterns: The stranded colorwork stitch patterns in this sweater are only charted, so you should be confident in your chart reading skillsโor be open to learning!
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SIZES
(1, 2, 3)(4, 5, 6)FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
The circumference as measured around the foot is as follows.
(6, 7, 8)(9, 10, 11) in.
(15, 17.5, 20)(22.5, 25, 27.5) cmThese socks are designed to be worn with approximately 0.25 to 1 in. (1 to 2.5 cm) of negative ease. The sample is shown in Size 3 with 1 in. (2.5 cm) of negative ease.
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YARN
Light fingering weight
The listed totals below assume a light fingering weight yarn of 100 g/400 yds or 366 m.
MC: (30, 35, 45)(60, 70, 85) g/(120, 140, 180)(240, 280, 340) yds or (110, 130, 165)(220, 255, 310) m
CC1: (5, 5, 5)(10, 10, 10) g/(20, 20, 20)(40, 40, 40) yds or (20, 20, 20)(35, 35, 35) m
CC2: (10, 10, 15)(15, 20, 25) g/(40, 40, 60)(60, 80, 100) yds or (35, 35, 55)(55, 75, 90) mSUGGESTED YARN
Your stash!While Iโve listed the specific yarns I used at the end of this pattern, I wholeheartedly encourage you to dive into your stash and create a color palette thatโs uniquely yours. This design is a perfect opportunity to play with leftovers, mini skeins, or those souvenir skeins youโve been saving for something special.
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US 1 (2.25 mm)
You will need 32 in. (80 cm) circular needles to work in the round using the magic loop method, or your preferred needles for smaller circumference knitting, such as short circular or double-pointed needles.
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Measure gauge knit in the round, after blocking.
32 sts and 44 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) in stockinette
32 sts and 36 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) in stranded colorwork -
Judyโs magic cast-on or Turkish cast-on, chart reading, Jenyโs stretchy bind-off