The Trellis Socks feature a soft, textured fabric with simple diamond shapes that add just enough interest without feeling busy. Slipped stitches give the pattern a bit of depth, creating a detailed look while still being easy to knit and comfortable to wear.

The pattern has a nice, steady rhythm, with a few stitch variations to keep things interesting. Once you get into it, it’s easy to memorize, making it a great project for relaxed knitting.

It works well with different types of yarn, letting the texture come through naturally as you go. The result is a cozy, versatile pair of socks you’ll find yourself reaching for again and again.

Sizes (based on finished foot circumference)

• S - 6.25” (15.75 cm)
• M - 7.25” (18.5 cm)
• L - 8.5” (21.5 cm)

Techniques used

Trellis Socks are a cozy and rewarding knit featuring an elegant diamond motif created with slipped stitches. Designed for adventurous beginners and intermediate knitters alike, the pattern incorporates the following techniques:

• 1x3 rib: a stretchy, reversible knitting pattern made by alternating one purl stitch and three knit stitches across the row or round
• 1/1 LCT and 1/1 RCT: left- and right-leaning cable crossings that add structure to the pattern
• k1wbb (knit 1 with bar below): the signature stitch of the design, forming the diamond-shaped pattern
• k2tog: knit 2 together (single right-slanting decrease)
• ssk: slip, slip, knit 2 together through the back loop (single left-slanting decrease)
• yo (yarn over) and yu (yarn under): two ways of wrapping the yarn around the needle to create a new loop
• The pattern starts with the 1x1 tubular cast-on, for a neat, stretchy edge, and finishes with the Kitchner’s bind-off, but you’re welcome to substitute your preferred methods that achieve similar results.

The pattern includes both charted and written instructions so you can follow your preferred format or use them together. A schematic of the finished sock is also included for reference.

Gauge

28 sts and 54 rnds = 4” (10 cm) in diamond pattern, working in the round on U.S. size 0 (2.0 mm) needles

Note: The pattern involves slipping several consecutive stitches and later working with the bar created a few rounds below. Take care not to pull the yarn too tightly when slipping stitches, as this may stretch the fabric and affect the appearance of the texture.

Materials

• U.S. size 0 (2.0 mm) or size to obtain gauge
• 3 stitch markers
• Cable needle
• Row counter
• Tapestry needle to bind off and weave in ends

Yarn

Recommended: Super Fine (#1) Fingering
Used in the pattern: Opal (75% Virgin wool, 25% Polyamide), 100 g / 3.5 oz / 425 m / 464 yds, color 11193
Approximate yarn requirements: about 183 m (200 yds) / 215 m (235 yds) / 275 m (300 yds)