The Classic Comfort Ribbed Socks

This pattern guides you through creating a perfectly cozy and durable pair of socks using classic 2x2 ribbing. The beautiful, elastic fabric hugs your foot for a snug, custom-like fit. Knit from the cuff down with a traditional heel flap and gusset, this design is a satisfying project that results in a hard-wearing, wonderfully warm pair of socks.

The Aran weight yarn makes this a quick and rewarding knit, perfect for creating cozy house socks or sturdy boot socks in no time. The pattern includes detailed, step-by-step instructions and links to video tutorials for key techniques, making it an excellent choice for knitters ready to tackle their first “traditional” sock construction.

Sizes: Two adult sizes are included (S/M and L/XL).
To Fit EU Shoe Sizes: 36-38 / 39-42
Finished Leg Circumference: 24 / 26 cm, stretched.

Yarn: DROPS Fiesta (75% wool, 25% polyamide), 110m / 50g
You will need approximately 100g for sizes 36-38 and 150g for sizes 39-42 for a pair.

Needles: 3 mm (US 2.5) double-pointed needles or circular needles for your preferred method of knitting in the round.

Gauge: 22-23 sts & 26-27 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in 2x2 ribbing, worked in the round and after blocking.

Skills & Support: This pattern is a great fit for an adventurous beginner or intermediate knitter.

Key techniques include:
Knitting in the round
Short-row heel turn
Picking up stitches for the gusset
Left and right-leaning decreases (k2tog, ssk)
Kitchener stitch for a seamless toe finish.

Helpful links to video tutorials are included in the pattern!

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All the yarn and needles you need for this project are available on my website hollywool.eu