Get ready to rock the perfect combo of comfort and style with these Old-School Tennis Socks. The socks are custom-fit; all you need to do is take three simple measurements of your foot to ensure the perfect fit. They are knitted top-down on circular needles and feature a double-folded cuff in a half-twisted rib, separated from the rest of the leg by a staggered rib pattern. Two contrasting color stripes are then knitted followed by the rest of the leg in stockinette stitch. The Japanese short-row heel technique creates a neat result, and the toe, which is foot-shaped, is elegantly finished with the Kitchener stitch. Each step is described row by row, and tutorials are available for further guidance.

Sizes:
Feet comes in a variety of sizes, so one-size-fits-all socks don’t always work. To address this, I’ve created a sock pattern with three measurements to help you customize your Old-School Tennis Socks to your unique measurements. To find the right size, take these three measurements and then refer to the charts in the back of the pattern for the corresponding instructions. Easy peasy :smiley:

Suggested Yarn:
Yarn A:
Shoe sizes: 34-42 EU/ (2-9 US) = 100 g, 43-48 EU / (9-14 US) = 150 g of DROPS Nord (45% Alpaca, 30% Polyamide, 25% Wool). DK, Light Worsted. Each skein is approximately 50g (1.8 oz) = 170 m (186 yds).

Together with

6 g / 0.2 oz of DROPS Nord (45% Alpaca, 30% Polyamide, 25% Wool). DK, Light Worsted. Each skein is approximately 50g (1.8 oz) = 170 m (186 yds).

Notions:
Stitch markers for knitting the heel, approx. 20-25 markers - preferably with a lock.

Video tutorials:
On my YouTube channel @woolwolfknits, you can find a playlist titled Old-school Tennis Socks. Here, you can find tutorials on the techniques used in the pattern.

Levels:
Advanced Beginner