Socks aren’t just for knitters anymore! Here is a variety of fun free sock patterns which range from beginner friendly to projects for more experienced, intermediate crocheters.
I have knitted a few pairs of socks in my time and I have to admit, getting the second one done is always a bit of a struggle with motivation.
If you have tried knitting socks, then you know how long it takes. And I don’t know about you but I am not the most patient person in the world so once I knit one sock I am pretty much done!
And then I discovered crochet socks! I don’t know why it never occurred to me before.
Crocheting is so much faster than knitting and I actually enjoy making both socks. So, I went in search and found these cool free crochet sock patterns and never looked back.
Can a beginner crochet socks?
Yes! Absolutely if you are a beginner crocheter, you, too can make socks. See the photo above? That was my very first pair of crochet socks which I crocheted with this striping yarn. And, no I am by no means experienced.
As a matter of fact, until fairly recently, the only things I have crocheted are potholders. It was just over last Christmas that I decided to tackle some small patterns for gifts.
(By the way, the pattern I used to those socks is #5 below from Make And Do Crew)
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List of free Crochet Sock Patterns
Free Patterns for Crochet Socks
Crochet Socks Pattern – Walking on Clouds
Here is a free crochet socks pattern that is perfect for beginner or first time sock crocheters. It has a simple construction that works up quickly.
Free Pattern: Snappy Sockers
This cute pair of crochet socks works up super fast ... make a pair in just one evening!
Herringbone Socks: Free Crochet Pattern in FIVE Sizes
This sock pattern is worked toe-up using the Herringbone Half Double Crochet stitch. This free pattern comes in 5 different sizes!
Ladies Socks Crochet Pattern – Women’s Sizes 6 (7, 8, 9)
These fun crochet socks are have a “knit” look and feel with a delicate and simple cuff design.
Snuggly Crochet Slipper Socks For Adults
These crochet slipper socks are super warm and durable. Plus, they work up fast with chunky yarn.
Scrunchy, Slouchy Slipper Socks (Crochet)
Here is a free sock pattern for you more advanced or intermediate crocheters. Wool Ease Thick & Quick yarn makes these slipper socks super warm and comfy!
Magic Rectangle Crochet Slippers – Fast + Free Crochet Pattern
These awesome crochet slippers are made from two simple rectangles which makes them fast, easy and beginner friendly. Great DIY Gift Idea!
Bush Hill Crochet Socks (Crochet)
This sock pattern uses fun Mani-Pedi Yarn with irregular, colorful stripes
Super Simple Slipper Socks Crochet Pattern by CroCreate
These Super Simple Slipper Socks super easy and work up quickly with only 3 crochet stitches!
Toe-Tally Easy Socks: Free Unisex Socks Crochet Pattern
You will love this beginner friendly, unisex crochet sock pattern! Even if you have never crocheted socks before, you will be able to make these super comfy socks.
Free Crochet Pattern-X Stitch Challenge, Slipper Socks
These socks are crocheted using the X-Stitch which gives the stripes a fun texture. If you prefer, you can crochet them with all solid colored yarn, too.
Cozy at Home Crochet Socks in Red Heart With Love Solids
This beginner friendly pattern features a contrasting yarn for the heal and toe of the socks.
Caron Chunky Cakes Slouchy Slipper Socks
Super chunky Caron Chunky Cakes yarn makes these awesome slipper socks super easy and fast to crochet and it only takes one one ball!
1.5 Hour Chunky Crochet Slipper Pattern
Do you need a cool last minute gift idea? These slipper socks work up super fast so you can whip up a pair in no time!
This is an easy, beginner friendly pattern that uses Bernat Blanket super bulky chenille yarn.
Easy Bulky Crochet Slipper Socks (Beginner Friendly Pattern)
Here is a super easy and super fast pattern for crochet socks. Basic stitches make this a great pattern for beginners. And using bulky yarn such as Lion Brand Color Made Easy means you can whip up a pair in no time.
Hint ... these would make a great DIY gift idea for Christmas or Birthdays
What is sock yarn?
In general, “sock yarn” refers to a lightweight yarn that is usually blended with a synthetic fiber to make it more durable so your socks last longer.
These days, many sock yarns are also treated with the superwash process to make them machine washable without felting the fibers.
It is nice to be able to wash your socks in the machine, right? I mean, who wants to hand wash them every time?
As far as I know, the term “sock yarn” is not specifically defined. If you have more information on this, please let me know in the comments below.
Can you crochet with sock yarn?
Yes, absolutely you can use sock yarn for crocheting! Any yarn is suitable for knitting or crochet, you just need make sure the weight of the yarn matches your particular crochet pattern.
How much yarn do you need to crochet a pair of socks?
How much yarn you need depends on a variety of factors such as how large and how tall you want your finished socks to be. Obviously, the taller and bigger you make them, the more yardage you need.
As a general rule of thumb, for average size adult ankle socks plan on about 250 to 300 yards.
Note: since colors can vary from dye lot number to lot number, make sure and buy more yarn than you think you will need.
What can I make with a single skein of sock yarn?
Obviously, this depends on the yardage of the yarn and your knitting or crochet pattern. It takes approximately 400 to 450 yards of fingering weight yarn to knit one pair of socks.
That is also plenty of yardage to make a hat or a small shawlette.
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