Sock Note 04 - Sock Knitting Idea – Semi-Solid vs Variegated Yarn
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I really enjoyed knitting these sock samples using two completely different hand dyed yarn combinations. It’s always interesting to see how the same pattern can look so different depending on the yarn choice.
This time, my favourite is the semi-solid combination of Golden Yellow and Honey Ginger, as the contrast really helps the pattern stand out and pop. The variegated version using Hot Blossom Pink and Fresh Bloom gives a softer, more blended look, with the colours creating a more subtle finish.
This is the method I used to create the socks:-
Needles:
2.5mm – 25cm circular needle
2.75mm – 25cm circular needle for the stranded colourwork
2.5mm – 60cm circular needle for the heel and toe (magic loop)
Cast on 64 Stitches (or your usual number, divisible by 8 for the colourwork)
Join to knit in the round, being careful not to twist working the first 3 rounds in the main colour then changing to the contrast.
Work Rib Pattern as follows (19 rounds total):
Rounds 1–3: K2, P2 around
Round 4: Cross 2, P2 around
- To Cross 2: Insert the right needle into the second stitch on the left needle from the back. Knit it but leave it on the needle. Then knit the first stitch as usual. Slide both off the needle together.
Repeat Rounds 1–4 four times, then work Rounds 1–3 once more.
Knit the leg to approximately 11cm incorporating the pattern chart.
I used a short row heel, following the method by Purl Together on YouTube
Continue until the foot reaches the desired length the finished with a wedge toe.
Fresh Bloom & Hot Blossom Pink
This project is a great example of how yarn choice can completely change the look of a sock. The semi-solid version highlights the structure of the pattern, while the variegated version creates a softer, more blended effect.
Both approaches work beautifully — it simply depends on the look you prefer.
You can explore my current sock yarns here