P050 Seamed Socks for the Family

P050 Seamed Socks for the Family

Knitted from the cuff down, these self-striping socks are thin enough to be perfect for everyday wear. We’ve created four sizes and two different lengths, so the whole family can wear them. Don’t worry if you’re outside these sizes we’ll tell you how to lengthen and shorten them so they can fit almost any foot!

How to Knit Seamed Socks for the Family

Create comfortable cuff-down seamed socks using Makr Sock Yarn. These socks are knitted flat on straight needles and finished with seams.

Project: Seamed Socks for the Family

Pattern: P050

Craft type: Knitting

Difficulty: Intermediate Knit

Yarn: Makr Sock Yarn

Measurements

  • 2–5 years: Foot length 14cm
  • 6–10 years: Foot length 18cm
  • Women's: Foot length 24cm
  • Men's: Foot length 27cm

Yarn Requirements

Makr Sock Yarn 100g balls: 1 ball for children's and women's sizes, 1–2 balls for men's size.

Pattern note: Yarn quantities are approximate and may vary depending on individual knitting style, tension and yarn selection. Always check your tension before beginning to achieve the closest match to the finished measurements.

Tension

32 stitches and 38 rows in stocking stitch using 2.75mm needles = 10cm x 10cm.

Full Knitting Instructions

Ankle Socks With Fold-Over Cuffs

Using 2.75mm needles cast on 48 (52 - 58 - 64) stitches.

Work K1, P1 rib until sock measures 9 (11 - 12 - 14)cm from beginning, ending with a wrong side row.

Work stocking stitch for 6 (6 - 6 - 8) rows, then continue as for calf socks.

Calf Socks

Using 2.75mm needles cast on 58 (64 - 74 - 80) stitches.

Work K1, P1 rib until sock measures 3 (4 - 4 - 5)cm from beginning.

Work stocking stitch and decrease following the pattern instructions.

Heel Shaping

Work heel turns using slip stitches, SSK decreases and K2tog decreases as written in the pattern.

Foot

Continue in stocking stitch until the required foot length is reached.

Toe Shaping

Shape toe using paired K2tog and SSK decreases, then cast off.

Finishing

Weave in all ends. Fold toe flat, then sew centre back seam down the leg and under the foot. Close toe seam.

Helpful Tips

  • Check tension before starting to ensure the sock fits correctly.
  • Adjust foot length before beginning toe shaping if required.
  • Keep seams neat for a comfortable finish.

Pattern Notes

  • This pattern is written in British English.
  • All measurements are provided in centimetres.
  • Yarn selection may affect the finished size, texture and quantity required.
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