With an easy-to-memorize color chart, the cuff-down Damier Socks are an engaging way to knit a neutral pair of socks with some visual interest.

Instructions are given for a band heel, in which gusset shaping is worked as you are turning the heel and gives a snug, “scooping” fit. An option is included for an afterthought heel if you’d just like to keep things simple.

You will want to block these aggressively to smooth out the stitches as the colorwork pattern forms columns very easily.