Cow-zy Socks by Stephanie Maz

Cow-zy Socks

Knitting
October 2026
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
32 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette
US 1 - 2.25 mm
US 1½ - 2.5 mm
300 - 400 yards (274 - 366 m)
S (M, L)
English
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TECHNIQUES
These socks are knit cuff-down with a choice of a picot cuff or ribbed cuff, a wrap and turn heel, and an all-over colorwork chart, plus an optional toe detail colorwork chart. The toe is closed using three-needle bind off.

SIZING
The sock pattern is written for 3 sizes: S (M, L). The socks are designed to fit an approximate foot circumference 8” (9”, 10”) or approximately 20 (23, 25 ½) cm. This can vary based on gauge, needle size, and sock fit preference. Please ensure that your chosen size matches with your knitting style materials, and preferred fit. The sample is shown in size S width and a women’s size 6 foot length.

GAUGE
In blocked stockinette stitch, 4” x 4” (10cm x 10cm) = 32 sts x 36 rounds

MATERIALS
Yarn: 2 colors of Fingering Weight (4 ply) yarn. Sample is shown in Knit Picks Stroll in white (Main Color) and Burnt Umber Heather (picot cuff) or Black (ribbed cuff) (Contrast Color). Yardage for all sizes will require 2 50g skeins MC and 1 50g skein of CC. Exact yarn usage for socks will depend on size, height of leg, and length of foot.
Needles: Size 1 (2.25mm) needles for cuff, heel, foot and toe. Size 1.5 (2.5mm) needles for colorwork.
Additional Materials: Stitch markers, tapestry needle