Worked cuff-down, Simple Scallop Socks begins with a charming scalloped edge, shaped using German short rows for a subtle decorative finish.

A modified Dutch heel offers a snug, comfortable fit, while the all-over rib texture ensures a cosy feel from cuff to toe.

This design is ideal for knitters who appreciate a satisfying knit with just the right touch of timeless elegance!

Skill level

This pattern should be suitable for most intermediate knitters and adventurous beginners.

Yarn

60-80g (2.5-3.20z) fingering/4ply weight sock yarn (yarn weight: approx 400m/100g(437.5yds/3.53 oz)).

The figures above are estimations – exact yarn usage is dependent on each knitter’s personal gauge and measurements (e.g. foot length, sock length preference).

Needles

Suggested needles are 2mm(US0) and 2.25mm(US1) circular knitting needles (80cm cable for magic loop, or short circular needles), or DPNs as preferred.

Or any needle size that allows you to achieve the gauge.

Gauge

32sts, 50rnds = 10cm (4”) in stockinette st worked in the rnd, using 2mm(US0) needles.

Additional materials

• Measuring tape
• Tapestry needle (for grafting toe)
• Scissors
• Two removable circular stitch markers

Sizing

Sizes 1(2;3) have a finished circumference of 17.5cm(20cm;22.5cm) or 7”(8”;9”).

Select a size approximately 10-20% smaller than the circumference of your foot (measured around the ball of the foot).

Notes on the samples

All samples are size 2:

• Dark red sample: Rowan Sock (Ruby 008) (60 grams total)

• Pink sample (speckled): Vol Met Verve 4ply (likely colourway Festival) (70 grams total)

• Bubblegum pink sample (solid): Lana Grossa Meilenweit (I could not find this colourway on Ravelry. Label states colourway 1388) (60 grams total)