Plant Dad Socks by Carol-Lynn Gee

Plant Dad Socks

Knitting
June 2025
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
36 stitches and 40 rows = 4 inches
US 1 - 2.25 mm
US 2 - 2.75 mm
383 - 437 yards (350 - 400 m)
1, (2, 3)
English
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These socks were inspired by my partner, who is the best plant dad I could ask for. I hope this pattern inspires you to show your appreciation for the plant parents in your life!

These socks are knit ankle cuff down and in the round with a short row heel.

There are three sizes in circumference and the length is adjustable.

Sizing
Sizes 1, (2, 3)
To fit foot circumference: 8.5 (9.5, 10.5) in/21.5 (24, 26.5) cm
I recommend approximately 1” of negative ease, depending on your preference for sock tightness

Yarn used in photos:
White sample (in size 3):
Colour A (MC): Hobbii Unicorn in Cream
Colour B (CC1): Hobbii Unicorn in Green Tea
Colour C (CC2): Hobbii Unicorn in Moss Green
Colour D (CC3): Hobbii Unicorn in Caramel

Dark sample (in size 2):
Colour A (MC): Cascade Heritage Solids in Marine
Colour B (CC1): Crafty Jak’s Boutique Tough & Tender in Monet’s Garden
Colour C (CC2): Bramble Ridge Sock High Twist in Vanilla Spice
Colour D (CC3): Hobbii Unicorn in Caramel

Other fingering weight sock yarns should work as well, just be sure to check your gauge!

Gauge:
36 sts x 40 rows = 10 cm (4”) in colourwork using US size 2 (2.75 mm) needles
Colourwork is worked on 2.75 mm needles, with ribbing and stockinette worked on 2.25 mm needles

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