P346 Baby Socks

P346 Baby Socks

These baby socks are an easy knitting project that make an adorable baby accessory. They are knitted on straight needles, and a knitting-up technique is applied to join the instep to the heel and toe; and a matress stitch is applied to form the back seam.

How to Knit the Baby Socks

The pattern includes sizes for 3, 6 and 12 months and can be worked in Makr Organic Cotton, Lincraft Baby 8ply Merino or Makr Baby Soft.

Project: Baby Socks

Pattern: P346

Craft type: Knitting

Difficulty: EASY KNIT

These baby socks are an easy knitting project that make an adorable baby accessory. They are knitted on straight needles, and a knitting-up technique is applied to join the instep to the heel and toe; and a matress stitch is applied to form the back seam.

This pattern can be made also be made in our Baby 8ply Merino, and our Baby Soft 8ply.

Measurements

MONTHS 3 6 12
Width
(from toe to heel)		 8cm 10cm 13cm

Yarn Required

Yarn Quantity
Makr ORGANIC COTTON Yarn 100g balls
Colour of Choice; for a pair		 1
Lincraft BABY 8PLY MERINO Yarn 50g balls
Colour of Choice; for a pair		 1
Makr BABY SOFT Yarn 100g balls
Colour of Choice; for a pair		 1

Needles and Equipment

  • ORGANIC COTTON 3.5mm straight knitting needles
  • 8PLY BABY MERINO & BABY SOFT 3.5mm straight needles.
  • Wool needle for sewing in ends

Tension

ORGANIC COTTON 3.5mm:

24sts x 30 rows = 10cm x 10cm.

8PLY BABY MERINO & BABY SOFT 4mm:

22sts x 18 rows = 10cm x 10cm.

Knitting Abbreviation

  • k: knit
  • p: purl
  • stst: stockingnette stitch (alternate k 1 row, p 1 row)
  • st(s): stitche(s)

SOCK PATTERN

Cast on 26(30-34) sts.

Work stst for 16(18,20)rows.

K17 (20,23) turn

P8 (10,12) turn.

Work on these 8(10,12) sts for 14 rows.

Break off yarn.

You now have 3 portions of knitting; Portion 1 on the right hand side, Portion 2 in the middle and Portion 3 on the left hand side.

With right side facing tie new yarn at the end of Portion 1 [the 9(10,11) sts on the right hand side needle.]

Knit up 10(12,15) sts evenly along the edge of Portion 2 [middle portion].

Knit across 8(10,12) sts from the top of Portion 2 [middle portion].

Knit up 10(12,15) sts evenly along the left edge of Portion 2.

Then knit last 9 sts on Portion 3 [left hand side portion of 9 sts]

Total 45(54-64) sts.

Work 3(5,7) rows of stst, beg with a purl row.

Please use only the yarn specified. Another yarn is likely to yield different results. Quantities are approximate as knitting styles may vary between knitters. Check the ball bands to ensure all yarn is from the same dye lot.
NOTE: This pattern is written in British English. All measurements in charts and instructions are in cm. For conversion from centimetres to inches please divide by 2.5cm. Please be aware that there are different terms for crocheting and knitting in American and British English, if in doubt, we’ve included a list of common abbreviations.

SHAPE HEEL & TOE

Row 1. K1, k2tog, k13(16,20), k3tog, k8(10,12), k3tog, k13(16,20), k2tog, k1.

[40,48-58] sts rem.

Row 2. P.

Row 3. K1, k2tog, k11(14,18), k3tog, k6(8,10), k3tog, k11(14,18), k2tog, k1.

[34,42,52] sts rem.

Row 4. P.

Cast off.

FINISHING

Join side edges to form back of seam.

Join cast-off edge to form sole.

Sew in ends

Alternative Yarns

The original pattern specifies Makr ORGANIC COTTON Yarn and also states that the pattern can be made in Lincraft BABY 8PLY MERINO Yarn or Makr BABY SOFT Yarn. When using another substitute, choose a yarn that can achieve the required tension for the selected fibre and needle combination.

Suitable Yarn Types

  • 8ply organic cotton – closely matches the original cotton option and provides clear stitch definition.
  • 8ply baby merino – provides warmth, softness and natural elasticity.
  • Soft 8ply baby yarn – suitable for a gentle fabric intended for baby garments.
  • 8ply cotton-acrylic blend – combines softness, structure and easier care.
  • Machine-washable 8ply wool – suitable where warmth and easier washing are preferred.
Important: The source lists different tensions for Organic Cotton and for Baby Merino/Baby Soft. Match the relevant tension before beginning so the finished toe-to-heel measurement remains approximately 8cm, 10cm or 13cm for the selected size.

Customisation Ideas

  • Choose a different colour for each pair while retaining the original stitch counts and size brackets.
  • Use soft neutral shades for a classic baby gift.
  • Use pastel colours for a traditional nursery palette.
  • Make coordinating pairs using the three available sizes.
  • Add simple embroidery after finishing, taking care not to affect the stretch or fit.

To retain the original sizing, keep all cast-on counts, size brackets, row counts, picked-up stitch counts and heel-and-toe shaping unchanged.

Care Instructions

Follow the washing and care instructions provided on the ball band of the yarn used.

  1. Sew in all ends securely before washing.
  2. Wash using the method and temperature recommended for the selected yarn.
  3. Use gentle washing suitable for baby garments.
  4. Avoid excessive agitation when using wool or fibres prone to felting.
  5. Gently reshape the socks while damp.
  6. Lay flat to dry where appropriate.
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