Easy Top Down Magic Loop Socks by A Twist of Yarn

Easy Top Down Magic Loop Socks

Knitting
February 2025
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
30 stitches = 4 inches
US 1 - 2.25 mm
US 1½ - 2.5 mm
Child (Woman Small, Medium, Large)
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download
Errata available: /patterns/show

A free easy-peasy beginner sock pattern for those learning magic loop, or for knitters who just want a basic sock pattern. It can be customized to your prefered sock length (ankle, calf, etc.) by adjusting the ‘Leg’ portion of the pattern.

You will need:

  • 100g of a fingering weight yarn
  • Size 2.25mm-2.5mm needles with a 100cm cord (US Size 1-1.5, 40 in cord)
  • A gauge of 30-32 sts within a 10cm (4 in) area

21/02/2025 Update: A video hyperlink of the magic loop method was added into the pattern for reference.