The Design

“Amble along in these comfy socks!”

We love knitting socks from the toe up—it lets you use every last inch of yarn! And knitting the heels in afterwards (or as an ‘afterthought’) means that it’s easy to add a zippy contrast color. Or replace later if they wear out! Whether you choose to knit them in one color, with a contrasting toe and heel, in stockinette or with ribbing, they’re sure to make your toes happy!

We knit this pair of Simple Toe-Up Socks in two colors of , from The Fibre Co. Designed especially for sock knitting, Amble is a fingering-weight blend of merino wool, suri alpaca, and recycled nylon. An eco-friendly, anti-shrinkage treatment results in a soft, durable, washable yarn that’s perfect for socks!

The Details

FINISHED SIZE
Medium-width adult: Up to 10"/25cm foot on 7"/18cm cuff. For a longer foot, knit a shorter cuff—or purchase more yarn.

YARN
2 skeins (355 yds/325m each); 1 each in Main Color (MC) and Contrasting Color (CC). Or approx. 355 yds/325m in MC for foot and cuff and approx. 85 yds/78m in CC for toe, heel, and cuff stripe.

Shown in colors MC = Blencathra and CC = Appleby Castle.

NEEDLES & NOTIONS
US 1 (2.25mm) set of 5 double-point needles (or two circular needles), or size to obtain gauge.
1yd/m smooth waste yarn in same weight, contrasting color, to place heel.
Locking marker.
Darning needle to finish.
Reinforcing yarn, if desired.

GAUGE
Approx. 32 sts = 4"/10cm in stockinette stitch.