Finished measurements
To fit approx age newborn (0-3 months, 3-6 months)
Leg length from ankle approx 5 (6, 7) cm/2 (2¼, 2¾) ins
Foot length approx 7 (8, 9) cm/2¾ (3¼, 3½) ins
Yarn
Cleckheaton Superfine Merino 8 ply
100% Australian Superfine Merino
65g (130m/142yds)
Main Colour (M): 1 ball
Contrast Colour (C): 1 ball
These quantities will make several pairs of socks.
Reverse colours to maximise yarn usage.
Needles and notions
set each of 3.25mm/US 3 and 2.75mm/US 2 double-pointed needles (sets of 5 needles)
1 removable stitch marker or small safety pin
yarn needle
Tension
25 sts and 34 rows to 10cm/4ins over stocking st, using 3.25mm needles.
These socks have been knitted on smaller needles and at a firmer tension than usual for this yarn to help the socks retain their shape with wear.
Knitting techniques
working in rounds and rows
rib
garter stitch in rounds
stocking stitch in rows
knitting up stitches
short row shaping (on sole)
Kitchener stitch (grafting)
The main construction steps in the socks.