Moonstitched Socks

Moonstitched Socks – This versatile sock knitting pattern is worked in the round and includes both cuff-down and toe-up constructions, giving you the flexibility to knit your perfect pair your way. Designed for fingering weight yarn, it includes both written instructions and a high-resolution chart for each of the motifs, so you can confidently choose the format that works best for you.

You’ll find clear instructions for a classic heel flap and gusset, along with links to alternative heel options, allowing you to customise the fit to suit your feet and knitting preferences.

With multiple sizes included, achieving a comfortable, well-fitting sock with the intended negative ease is simple. This sock knitting pattern is written with magic loop in mind, but can easily be adapted for double-pointed needles if that’s your preferred method.

To support you every step of the way, you’ll also have access to a curated resource page featuring yarn substitution ideas and a helpful technique playlist, everything you need to cast on with confidence and finish with pride.

• You can find additional resources for this pattern at https://rhyflowerknits.com/tag/moonstitched/

• This pattern is also available for purchase on Ravelry.

QUICK OVERVIEW

• Construction: Toe-up and Cuff-down
• Skill Level: Easy
• Sizes: 11 sizes 
• Yarn: Fingering weight
• Techniques used: Working in the round, short rows, grafting, increasing, decreasing, picking up stitches, eyelets, texture
• Heel: Heel flap & gusset (modifiable)
• Needle method: Magic loop (DPN and mini-circular friendly)

Size Information

1 [2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11] — larger sizes are in bold throughout the pattern to help differentiate the multiple sizes.

Finished Measurements

(Measured around the ball of the foot)
6.25 [6.75, 7.25, 7.75, 8.25, 8.75, 9.25, 9.75, 10.25, 10.75, 11.25]” / 16 [17, 18.5, 19.5, 21, 22, 23.5, 25, 26, 27.5, 28.5] cm circumference. Select a size from the finished measurements that is 1-1.5” / 2.5-4 cm smaller than your foot circumference. These socks are worn with negative ease.

Gauge

Gauge is crucial for achieving the correct fit. Changes in gauge will affect the size of your finished socks.

• Stockinette gauge: 32 stitches by 40 rounds = 4” / 10 cm, after blocking. 
• Pattern motif gauge: 30 stitches by 40 rounds = 4” / 10 cm, after blocking.

Yarn Requirements

MC: Approx. 200-437 yd / 183-400 m of fingering weight yarn (depending on the length of your foot and leg)
CC1: Approx. 30 [36, 42, 48, 55, 62, 69, 77, 86, 95, 104] yd / 27 [33, 38, 44, 50, 57, 63, 70, 79, 87, 95] m of fingering weight yarn
CC2: Approx. 25 [27, 29, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46] yd / 23 [25, 27, 29, 31, 33, 35, 37, 38, 40, 42] m of fingering weight yarn

Sample Yarn for Moonstitched Socks

Hypnotic Yarn — Plush Sock
85% Superwash Merino 15% Nylon
437 yd / 400 m per 3.5 oz / 100 g skein
MC: Sally
CC1: Oogie Boogie
CC2: Jack the Pumpkin King
https://hypnoticyarn.com/

Suggested Needles

US1 (2.25 mm) 40” / 100 cm circular needles, or size required to get gauge

Notions

Tapestry needle, scissors, tape measure, stitch markers (3)