About This Pattern
Cozy crochet ankle socks, 5 mm hook, about 4 hours.
In the basket
Abbreviations
- ch
- chain
- st
- stitch
- sts
- stitches
- sl st
- slip stitch
- hdc
- half double crochet
- dc
- double crochet
- sk
- skip
Simple crochet ankle socks for cozy evenings
Main Pattern
- Foundation Chainch 10
- Round 1dc in the 3rd ch from the hook, dc in the next 6 ch spaces, dc 4 in the last ch space, dc in the next 6 ch spaces, dc 2 in the last ch space. You should have a total of 20 sts.
- Round 2ch 2, dc in the same space, increase (dc 2 in the same st), dc in the next 7 sts, increase 3 times, dc in the next 7 sts, increase in the last st, sl st to the top of the ch 2.Rows 3-15: Repeat Row 2 for a total of 13 rows.
- Round 16ch 1, turn your work, dc in the first st, dc in the next 13 sts.Rows 17-22: Repeat Row 16 for a total of 6 rows.
- Round 23Fold your work so the inside is on the outside. Cut the yarn, leaving a tail. Single crochet the first 7 sts together, ch 1, single crochet in the next 7 sts.
- Round 24ch 1, hdc in the first st, hdc 2 in the next st, hdc in the next 9 sts, hdc 2 in the next st, hdc in the next 9 sts.
- Round 25Insert your hook in the last hdc, pull through, skip the connecting st, go into the bottom of the next hdc, pull through, pull through all 3 loops, hdc 10, insert your hook in the last hdc, pull through, skip the connecting st, go into the bottom of the next hdc, pull through, pull through all 3 loops, hdc 11.
- Round 26sl st to the top of the hdc, ch 1, hdc 10, hdc 2 together (insert your hook in the first hdc, yarn over, pull through, insert your hook in the next hdc, yarn over, pull through all 4 loops), hdc 8, hdc 2 together, hdc 10.
- Round 27Optional If you want your socks to be ankle length, sl st to the top of the hdc, ch 1, hdc 2 in the first st, hdc in the next 23 sts.For Row 28 (optional): Repeat Row 27.
- Round 29If you're adding ruffles ch 2, turn your work, hdc 2 in the back loop of the first st, hdc 3 in the back loop of the next 13 sts.
- Round 30If you're adding ruffles sl st to the top of the dc, ch 2, dc in the same space, dc in the next 14 sts.Row 31 (if you're adding ruffles): Repeat Row 30.
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Before the first stitch
- I check my yarn amount first, since sock size varies.
- I count stitches after row 1, confirming twenty total.
- I skim rows 16 to 22, so the straight rows make sense.
Minutes per piece
- Toe and foot shaping (rows 1-15) about 1.5 hours because of the increase rounds and stitch counting
- Ankle cuff rows (row 16 onward) about 1 hour because the straight turned rows go quickly
Other yarns that work
- Worsted cotton blend Stitches hold their shape more, drape is stiffer, hook size stays the same.
- Worsted wool blend Fabric gets softer and stretchier, fits closer to the ankle, same hook works.
Where it ends up
- I wear these socks around the house on cool mornings.
- I pair them with a soft throw blanket for reading.
- I give a pair as a small birthday gift.
Joining up
- Step 1 Fasten off:: Cut the yarn, leaving a tail of about 6 inches. Weave the tail through the last stitch and pull it tight. Cut the yarn again, leaving a short tail.
- Step 2 Weave in ends:: Using a yarn needle, weave in all the loose ends. You can either weave them through the back loops of the stitches or through the spaces between the stitches.
- Step 3 Steam block (optional):: If you want your socks to be more even and shaped, you can steam block them. To do this, dampen your socks and lay them flat on a clean surface. Use a steamer to gently steam the socks until they are dry. Allow the socks to cool completely before wearing them.
Small notes
- I use a 5 mm hook for even, relaxed stitches.
- I mark the first stitch of each round, so I don't lose the count.
- I check my tension on the first few rows, before the increases start.
Little questions
Can I make these socks bigger?
Yes, add more rounds to the foot shaping section. I just adjust yarn amount, since amounts depend on size already.
Why do I increase twice in some stitches?
The increases at the ch 4 and ch 2 spaces shape the toe end. I keep count carefully, since row 1 should total twenty stitches.
Do I need to block these socks?
No, blocking is optional here. I steam block mine lightly, to even out the stitches.
Original pattern: https://crocheteverything.com/crochet-ankle-socks-for-holiday-season/
About the Author
Tamsin Okoro Who writes the patterns at Yarn Gallery, how a pattern gets from the hook to the page, and what this site will never do.
