Mini Sock Ornament by Karen Green

Mini Sock Ornament

Knitting
September 2017
Aran (8 wpi) ?
5.5 stitches = 1 inch
US 3 - 3.25 mm
20 - 30 yards (18 - 27 m)
N/A
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

      Last Christmas my mother-in-law showed me a garland of mini socks that she bought for a dollar at the thrift store.  It was really cute!  I thought, I can make that!  So, after many edits and rewrites, here is my mini sock ornament pattern.

I am not fond of weaving in or any kind of finishing so I wrote this pattern to have minimal finishing work. When working in more than one color, carry the strands throughout. Since it is not being worn by an actual foot you need not worry about the floats and bulk that are created on the inside of the sock.

Notes about this pattern
• Since this is an ornament, sizing and gauge are not crucial. You can substitute any weight yarn and needle size which will yield different sized finished projects.
• You can vary the look of the ornament by using stripes or changing colors for the cuff, heel and toe.
• You need not limit yourself to Christmas colors. Use up those scraps for some creative and fun sock ornaments.
• This pattern is written for the knitter who has basic knowledge of sock construction, short rows using wrap and turns, and kitchener stitch.