Pink Christmas Socks DK - Knitting Pattern PDF

This is the DK weight version. A fingering weight version of this pattern is also available.

This design was inspired by Olivia & Oliver Fibers’ “Pink Christmas” sock set theme for the 2024 sock set advent countdown. The leg section features little colorwork Christmas trees that are made of bobbles for a fun extra pop. The rib texture on the leg and foot result in a cozy fit that will help the sock stay in place. These socks will be a delight to knit over the wintry season while watching holiday movies!

This pattern is also available on Ravelry.

Construction

These socks are knit cuff-down, starting with 1x1 ribbed cuff with a contrast color trim on top. Colorwork is worked on the leg with bobble stitches forming Christmas tree shapes. Once the colorwork is done, the remainder of the leg is worked in 3x1 rib texture. It is followed by a heel flap, with garter stitch edging, and gusset. The rib texture is continued on the top of the foot, ending with a toe that is then grafted closed.

Sizes

Child (Adult Small, Medium, Large)
Stitch count: 38 (44, 48, 56) sts
Finished sock foot circumference: 6.25 (7.25, 8, 9.25)” / 16 (18.5, 20.5, 23.5) cm
To fit foot circumference: 6.75 (8.25, 9, 10.25)” / 17 (21, 23, 26) cm

Choose a size with approx 0.5” / 1.25 cm of negative ease for the Child size, and 1” / 2.5 cm of negative ease for Adult sizes. The Child size is recommended for ages 6 - 9.

Gauge

24 sts x 32 rnds = 4" / 10 cm in stockinette stitch, blocked.

Yarn

Olivia & Oliver Fibers Classic DK, 100g / 246 yds; 75% SW Merino, 25% Nylon, in Pink Christmas Sock Set.

Approx yardage: 
MC: 58 (73, 86, 100) g / 232 (292, 344, 400) yds / 219 (275, 324, 376) m

CC: 11 (14, 16, 19) g / 44 (56, 64, 76) yds / 42 (53, 61, 72) m

Needles

- US 2.5 / 3 mm, or size needed to achieve gauge
- US 3 / 3.25 mm for colorwork (for Child, Adult Medium and Adult Large sizes only,  optionally for Adult Small size)
Needle lengths: 32” circular or longer for magic loop, or DPNs, or 9” circular (as preferred)

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Pattern has been tech edited and test knitted. Special thank you to my tech editor, Heather Storta, and the test knitters! 

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