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Gentle Touch Baby Socks
An easy baby socks pattern that works up quickly and makes a
good shower gift. Seamless ribbed socks that fit comfortably
without pulling or bunching — simple stitch pattern, clean
finish, nothing complicated.
Worked from the cuff down with a classic heel flap and gusset.
If you can knit in the round, you can make these.
SIZES
0-3, 3-6, 6-9, 9-12, 12-18, 18-24 months
YARN
DK weight, 50 g / 125 m per ball
1 ball for all sizes
One extra ball is always a good idea.
NEEDLES
3.5 mm (US 4) double-pointed needles
GAUGE
23 sts and 32 rows = 10 cm in stockinette stitch
SKILL LEVEL
Advanced beginner
TECHNIQUES
Cast on, knit, purl, k2tog, ssk, slipped stitches, ribbing,
working in the round, heel flap, short rows, picking up stitches,
gusset shaping, toe decreases, bind off.
The pattern includes step-by-step instructions with detailed
process photos at every stage — including the heel turn and
picking up gusset stitches, so you can see exactly what your
work should look like before moving on.
Written in international English terms.
All prices in USD.
- First published: February 2026
- Page created: August 10, 2026
- Last updated: August 10, 2026 …
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