With Valentine’s Day approaching, I wanted to design a small project that felt thoughtful, playful, and easy to wear. Hearts felt like the perfect motif. They’re classic and cheerful without being limited to a single season. These heart colorwork socks are designed for everyday comfort, with a sweet detail that adds just the right touch of charm. I hope you enjoy knitting a pair that brings a little love into your stitches and your wardrobe.

Construction Overview
These socks are knit top-down and use a straightforward two-color stranded design to form the heart motif. A short row heel provides a smooth, contoured fit, while the toe is finished with a grafted seam for a clean look and comfortable wear.

Sizing
1 (2, 3)
To fit foot circumference: 19.5 – 21 (22.5 –24, 25.5-27) cm / 8 (9 ½, 10 ¾) inches.
Finished circumference: 18 (21, 24.5) cm / 7 (8 ½, 9 ¾) inches.

Recommended ease: ~2.5 cm (1 in) of negative ease. Measure around the widest part of your foot for accuracy. Adjustments in length can be made easily — instructions included.

Sample shown: Size 2, for a US women’s 8.5 / EU 39 / UK 6, foot circumference 22.5 cm (8 ½ in).

Materials
Yarn: Fingering weight sock yarn
MC: Malabrigo Ultimate Sock in the color 943 White (75% Merino / 25% Nylon, 420 yds / 385 m, 100g)
CC: Madelinetosh Twist Light in the color Tart (75% Merino / 25% Nylon, 473 yds / 433 m, 118g)
Note: Any fingering weight sock yarn at gauge will work. A blend with nylon is recommended for durability. I used about half a skein of the Main Color and less than a quarter of the skein for the contrast color for size 2.

Needles
Ribbing & stockinette: 2.25 mm (US 1) — choose magic loop, DPNs, or small circulars as preferred.
Colorwork: 2.5 mm (US 1.5).
Adjust needle size as needed to match gauge.
Important note: Be sure to check your gauge. Further sizes can be achieved by going up or down needle sizes.

Gauge
Ribbing & stockinette: 34 sts × 44 rds = 10 cm (4 in).
Colorwork: 34 sts × 36 rds = 10 cm (4 in).

Notions
Stitch marker, scissors, tape measure, tapestry needle for sewing in ends.