Gentle Touch Baby Socks by Olga · LoveKnitPatterns

Gentle Touch Baby Socks

Knitting
February 2026
DK (11 wpi) ?
23 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch, blocked
US 4 - 3.5 mm
137 yards (125 m)
0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-9 months, 9-12 months, 12-18 months, 18-24 months
English
This pattern is available from loveknitpatterns.etsy.com for $2.00.

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.