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Thicksgiving Socks Pattern

Thicksgiving Socks Pattern
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Casual Chic

Relaxed style with a modern twist, perfect for everyday wear while maintaining that handcrafted uniqueness.

About This Thicksgiving Socks Pattern

This pattern booklet contains three variations of the Thicksgiving sock: Vanilla (simple stockinette), Ribbed (2x2 rib throughout cuff and leg), and Cabled (decorative cables on the leg). Each version is worked by marling two strands of fingering-weight yarn together to create a warm, worsted-like fabric. Detailed instructions cover cuff, leg, heel (forethought and traditional flap/gusset variations), foot, toe decreases, and finishing.

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Clear size options (S, M, L, XL), gauge info, materials lists, and helpful tips for marling and avoiding color splotching are included. Photographs and step-by-step directions guide you through every shaping and finishing step for a polished pair of socks.

Why You'll Love This Thicksgiving Socks Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because marling two strands of fingering yarn creates such a luxurious, squishy fabric without needing bulky yarn. I enjoy how each color pairing becomes a unique, painterly blend — no two pairs ever look the same. The pattern gives me the freedom to experiment with speckles, tonal solids, and bright contrasts while still giving reliable shaping instructions. Working the forethought heel and the traditional flap/gusset options lets me choose the heel style that best suits the yarn and my preferred construction. I hope making these socks brings you the same cozy satisfaction I felt designing them.

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Switch Things Up

I love customizing these socks by changing the color pairings; try pairing a bold tonal with a soft speckled yarn to see how the marling blends.

To make the socks larger or smaller, you can change your needle size or adjust the cast-on by even increments, keeping the stitch multiple in mind.

I often swap the forethought heel for the traditional flap and gusset depending on the yarn and my fit preference — both methods are included so you can choose.

For a miniature version perfect for keychains or doll clothes, use thinner yarn and smaller needles; for a squishier lounge sock, try holding thicker yarns together or using a larger hook/needle size.

Try different cuff lengths: a short ankle cuff for sneakers or a long crew cuff for boot comfort — simply knit until your preferred measurement is reached.

I sometimes add contrasting heels and toes for a pop of color — this also helps when using up small scraps of accent yarn.

Want extra personality? Add small embroidered motifs or duplicate-stitch accents after blocking to personalize each pair.

If you enjoy cables, experiment with widening or narrowing the cable panel to create more or less texture on the leg.

I like to alternate which yarn is dominant every few rows to avoid long splotches when marling a bright tonal with a softer variegated yarn.

Finally, consider making a matching set — knit two pairs with reversed color roles so both socks in a pair have interesting color placement and a unique finished look.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch marker at the beginning of the round; place a marker at the BOR to avoid losing track of your round starts and ensure pattern placement is consistent. ✗ Not holding two yarns evenly when marling leads to one strand dominating; deliberately switch the dominant strand occasionally or twist the yarns to encourage even blending. ✗ Forgetting to measure the cuff or leg length will make the sock too short or too long; measure against your foot and follow the suggested lengths, trying the sock on if possible as you progress. ✗ Pulling stitches too tight when picking up for the gusset can cause a tight transition; pick up stitches with a slightly larger needle or loosen tension and distribute the picked-up stitches evenly. ✗ Ignoring splotching when combining a vivid tonal yarn with a soft variegated yarn; to avoid long dominant runs, switch the dominant strand every few rows or choose colors with similar tonal value.

Thicksgiving Socks Pattern

Make cozy, marled socks that celebrate color and texture — perfect for chilly evenings and thoughtful handmade gifts. This pattern includes three variations: Vanilla, Ribbed, and Cables, each designed to be worked holding two fingering-weight strands together for a worsted-like squishy fabric. Youll find full materials lists, gauge info, and step-by-step instructions for heels, toes, and finishing. Grab your needles and some speckled yarn and create warm, wearable socks youll reach for all winter long.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Thicksgiving Socks Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Fingering weight sock yarn held double (marled) for main fabric - see colors below:
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    Vanilla: Color A approx 200-230 yards /183-210m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Seed"); Color B approx 200-230 yards/183-210m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Monarch"); Color C approx 30-40 yards/27.5-36.5m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "UFO"); Color D approx 30-40 yards/27.5-36.5m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Sorry Not Sorry").
  • 03
    Ribbed: Color A approx 230-260 yards/210-237m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Heron"); Color B approx 230-260 yards/210-237m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Seed"); Color C approx 50-60 yards/45.75-55m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Fly").
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    Cables: Color A approx 220-250 yards/183-210m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Ozone"); Color B approx 150-170 yards/183-210m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Method"); Color C approx 60-80 yards/27.5-36.5m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Crystal"); Color D approx 40-60 yards/27.5-36.5m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Pucker").

— Tools Required

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    US size 4 / 3.5mm knitting needles (DPNs) or 36" or longer circular needle for magic loop
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    Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
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    Stitch markers
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    Scissors
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    Cable needle (CN) for cable pattern (C4F, C4B) - cables version only
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    Measuring tape
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    Waste yarn for forethought heel method
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    Optional blocking tools (sock blockers, pins)

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— Thicksgiving Vanilla :

Sizes :

*Measured around the circumference of the ball of your foot* S (7"/17.5cm) M (8"/20.25cm) L (9"/23cm) XL (10"/25.5cm)

Gauge :

26 sts over 4"/10cm and 28 rows, knit in the round and blocked

Materials :

Fingering Weight Sock Yarn. Color A: approximately 200 - 230 yards/183 - 210m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Seed"). Color B: approximately 200 - 230 yards/183 - 210m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Monarch"). Color C: approximately 30 - 40 yards/27.5 - 36.5m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "UFO"). Color D: approximately 30 - 40 yards/27.5 - 36.5m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Sorry Not Sorry"). *US size 4/3.5mm knitting needles (DPNs, or 36" or longer circular needle for magic loop). *Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.

Abbreviations :

K Knit. P Purl. SSK Slip, slip, knit. K2tog Knit two together. St Stitch. M Marker. BOR Beginning of Round. Rnd Round. CO Cast on. Sl Slip. Pm Place marker.

Instructions - Cuff :

With colors A and C held together, CO 40 (44, 48, 52) sts and join for working in the rnd, being careful not to twist your sts.

Round 1 :

[k2, p2] around to end. Continue in established 2 x 2 ribbing pattern until cuff measures 1.75"/4.5cm, or your desired length.

Leg :

Cut color C and pick up color B. With A and B held together, knit even in stockinette until your leg reaches your desired length. I knit mine 6"/15.25cm from the start of my cuff to the start of the heel.

Placing the Waste Yarn for the Heel :

This pattern calls for a Forethought Heel. You will be knitting in a line of waste yarn where your heel will eventually be knit into the sock. Knit across the first 20 (22, 24, 26) sts. Next, pick up a strand of waste yarn and knit across the remaining 20 (22, 24, 26) sts. Transfer those sts you just knit in your waste yarn from your right needle back on to your left needle. Using your working strands of yarn (which should be colors A and B held together), knit across all those waste yarn sts. You have now placed your waste line for your forethought heel, and are ready to begin your foot!

Foot :

Continue working in stockinette with colors A and B held together until your foot reaches your desired length. If you are knitting gift socks, or you can't easily try them on as you knit, the Craft Yarn Council has issued the following length guidelines for the foot of a sock, measured from the back of the heel to the end of the toe (You can measure from the waste yarn line. If you are trying on your sock, the waste yarn line should be centered on your heel, about in line with your ankle bone). You will want to start your toe decreases at approximately 1.5"/3cm before the end of your desired foot length.

Toes :

Cut yarn A and join Yarn D. With yarns B and D held together, knit 1 row even in stockinette, then begin your toe decreases as follows: Row 1: k1, ssk, k 14 (16, 18, 20) sts, k2tog, K1, pm, k1, ssk, k 14 (16, 18, 20) sts, k2tog, k1. Row 2: k. Row 3: k1, ssk, k to 3 sts before marker, k2tog, k1, slip marker, k1, ssk, k to 3 sts before BOR, k2tog, k1. Repeat rows 2 and 3 until 10 (12, 14, 16) sts remain. Using Kitchener Stitch, graft toe sts closed.

Knitting the Heel :

To knit your peasant heel, you first need to get your heel stitches back on your needles. You currently have half your stitches knit into a strand of waste yarn. You will be picking up those stitches on either side of your waste yarn, plus an additional stitch at each end of your waste yarn on both sides, giving you 44 (48, 52, 56) sts total on your needles. Make sure your work is right side out. You will be picking up the right leg of each stitch directly below your waste yarn. Identify the stitch just before your first waste yarn stitch. With your needle, pick up the right leg of the stitch directly below. Then pick up the right leg of the stitch directly below your first waste yarn stitch. Pick up the right leg of the second stitch below your waste yarn. Continue picking up the right leg of each stitch below your waste yarn until you reach the end. Pick up the right leg of the stitch below the first stitch after your waste yarn ends. You have now picked up half your heel stitches, plus an additional stitch at each end! Repeat these steps for the stitches on the other side of your waste yarn. Once your heel stitches have been picked up, remove the waste yarn (if you are using Magic Loop, slide all your stitches onto the cables - it's much easier to tease out the waste yarn this way!). Once the waste yarn is removed, k 1 round even with yarns B and D held together, then begin your decreases to shape the heel (this is done exactly the same as your decreases for shaping your toes!). Row 1: k1, ssk, k 16 (18, 20, 22) sts, k2tog, k1, pm, k1, ssk, k 16 (18, 20, 22) sts, k2tog, k1. Row 2: k. Row 3: k1, ssk, k to 3 sts before marker, k2tog, k1, slip marker, k1, ssk, k to 3 sts before BOR, k2tog, k1. Repeat rows 2 and 3 until 10 (12, 14, 16) sts remain.

Finishing :

Weave in all your ends and block your socks!

— Thicksgiving Ribbed :

Sizes :

*Measured around the circumference of the ball of your foot* S (7"/17.5CM) M (8"/20.25cm) L (9"/23cm) XL (10"/25.5cm)

Gauge :

32 sts over 4"/10cm and 28 rows, knit in the round in rib pattern and blocked

Materials :

Fingering Weight Sock Yarn. Color A: approximately 230 - 260 yards/210 - 237m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Heron"). Color B: approximately 230 - 260 yards/210 - 237m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Seed"). Color C: approximately 50 - 60 yards/45.75 - 55m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Fly"). *US size 4/3.5mm knitting needles (DPNs, or 36" or longer circular needle for magic loop). *Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.

Abbreviations :

K Knit. P Purl. SSK Slip, slip, knit. K2tog Knit two together. St Stitch. M Marker. BOR Beginning of Round. Rnd Round. CO Cast on. Sl Slip. Pm Place marker.

Instructions - Cuff :

With colors A and C held together, CO 44 (48, 52, 56) sts and join for working in the rnd, being careful not to twist your sts.

Round 1 :

[k2, p2] around to end. Continue in established 2 x 2 ribbing pattern until cuff measures 2"/5cm, or your desired length.

Leg :

Cut color C and pick up color B. With A and B held together, continue working in established 2 x 2 ribbing pattern until your leg reaches your desired length. I knit mine 6"/15.25cm from the start of my cuff to the start of the heel.

Heel Flap :

This pattern calls for a traditional heel flap and gusset! You will be working your heel back and forth across the back half of your sts. Knit across the first 22 (24, 26, 28) sts in established ribbing pattern. Next, knit even in stockinette across the last 22 (24, 26, 28) sts. Turn work and establish the following pattern: Row 1: P. Turn work. Row 2: K. Turn work. Repeat rows 1 and 2 until your heel flap measures 1.75 (2, 2, 2.25)"/4.5 (5, 5, 5.75)cm, ending after working a purl row.

Heel Turn :

Row 1: sl 1, k 11 (12, 13, 14), ssk, k1, turn. Row 2: sl 1, p 3, p2tog, p1, turn. Row 3: sl 1, k 4, ssk, k1, turn. Row 4: sl 1, p 5, p2tog, p1, turn. You have now established the following pattern for your heel turn: sl 1, k or p to one stitch before the gap created by turning on the previous row, ssk or p2tog, k1 or p1, turn. Continue in this pattern until all of your heel stitches have been worked.

Gusset :

With the right side of your work facing, and starting on the left side of your heel flap, pick up and knit 8 (9, 10, 11) sts, place BOR marker, k 22 (24, 26, 28) sts across front of sock in 2 x 2 rib pattern, pm, pick up and knit 8 (9, 10, 10) sts, knit across heel flap, k down the first set of picked-up sts to the BOR marker. You are now ready to begin the gusset decreases, which are worked as follows: Row 1: Work across front of sock in 2 x 2 rib pattern to marker, sl m, k1, ssk, k around to 3 sts before BOR marker, k2tog, k1. Row 2: Work even with no decreases. You will be working the rib pattern across the first 22 (24, 26, 28) sts only. The rest of the sock is worked in stockinette. Repeat these two rounds until you have 44 (48, 52, 56) sts on your needles.

Foot :

With colors A and B held together, continue working your 2 x 2 ribbing pattern across the first 22 (24, 26, 28) sts, and working stockinette across the remaining 22 (24, 26, 28) sts. You will want to start your toe decreases at approximately 1.5"/3cm before the end of your desired foot length.

Toes :

Cut yarn A and join Yarn C. With yarns A and C held together, knit 1 row even in stockinette, then begin your toe decreases as follows: Row 1: k1, ssk, k 16 (18, 20, 22) sts, k2tog, K1, pm, k1, ssk, k 16 (18, 20, 22) sts, k2tog, k1. Row 2: k. Row 3: k1, ssk, k to 3 sts before marker, k2tog, k1, slip marker, k1, ssk, k to 3 sts before BOR, k2tog, k1. Repeat rows 2 and 3 until 10 (12, 14, 16) sts remain. Using Kitchener Stitch, graft toe sts closed.

Finishing :

Weave in all ends and block your sock!

— Thicksgiving Cables :

Sizes :

*Measured around the circumference of the ball of your foot* S (7"/17.5CM) M (8"/20.25cm) L (9"/23cm) XL (10"/25.5cm)

Gauge :

28 sts over 4"/10cm and 28 rows, knit in the round cable pattern and blocked

Materials :

Fingering Weight Sock Yarn. Color A: approximately 220 - 250 yards/183 - 210m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Ozone"). Color B: approximately 150 - 170 yards/183 - 210m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Method"). Color C: approximately 60 - 80 yards/27.5 - 36.5m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Crystal"). Color D: approximately 40 - 60 yards/27.5 - 36.5m (Hedgehog Fibres Sock "Pucker"). *US size 4/3.5mm knitting needles (DPNs, or 36" or longer circular needle for magic loop). *Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.

Abbreviations :

K Knit. P Purl. SSK Slip, slip, knit. K2tog Knit two together. St Stitch. M Marker. BOR Beginning of Round. Rnd Round. CO Cast on. Sl Slip. Pm Place marker. CN Cable Needle. C4F Slip 2 sts to CN and hold in front, k 2 sts, then k 2 sts from CN. C4B Slip 2 sts to CN and hold in back, k2 sts, then k2 sts from CN.

Instructions - Cuff :

With colors A and D held together, CO 42 (48, 54, 54) sts and join for working in the rnd, being careful not to twist your sts.

Round 1 :

[k2, p2] around to end. Continue working in established 2 x 2 ribbing pattern until work measures 1"/2.5cm.

Leg :

Cut yarn D and join in yarn C. With yarns A and C held together, begin following cable pattern: Row 1: [p2, k4] around to end. Row 2: [p2, k4] around to end. Row 3: [p2, C4F, p2, C4B] around to end. Row 4: [p2, k4] around to end. Row 5: [p2, k4] around to end. Row 6: [p2, k4] around to end. Row 7: [p2, C4F, p2, C4B] around to end. Repeat rows 4-7 three more times. Then repeat rows 4 and 5 once more.

Changing to Stockinette for Foot :

Cut yarn C and join in yarn B. With yarns A and B held together, work even in stockinette until work measures 6.5"/16.5cm, or desired length. For sizes S, L, and XL, make the following increases or decreases on the first round only of your stockinette: S and XL: k1, m1L, k around to 3 sts before the end of rnd, m1L, k1. 44 and 56 sts. L: k1, k2tog, k around to 3 sts before the end of rnd, k2tog, k1. 52 sts.

Heel Flap :

This pattern calls for a traditional heel flap and gusset! You will be working your heel back and forth across the back half of your sts. Knit across the first 22 (24, 26, 28) sts in established ribbing pattern. Next, knit even in stockinette across the last 22 (24, 26, 28) sts. Turn work and establish the following pattern: Row 1: P. Turn work. Row 2: K. Turn work. Repeat rows 1 and 2 until your heel flap measures 1.75 (2, 2, 2.25)"/4.5 (5, 5, 5.75)cm, ending after knitting a purl row.

Heel Turn :

Row 1: sl 1, k 11 (12, 13, 14), ssk, k1, turn. Row 2: sl 1, p 3, p2tog, p1, turn. Row 3: sl 1, k 4, ssk, k1, turn. Row 4: sl 1, p 5, p2tog, p1, turn. Continue in this pattern until all of your heel stitches have been worked.

Gusset :

With the right side of your work facing, and starting on the left side of your heel flap, pick up and knit 8 (9, 10, 11) sts, place BOR marker, k 22 (24, 26, 28) sts across front of sock in 2 x 2 rib pattern, pm, pick up and knit 8 (9, 10, 11) sts, knit across heel flap, k down the first set of picked-up sts to the BOR marker. You are now ready to begin the gusset decreases, which are worked as follows: Row 1: Work across front of sock in 2 x 2 rib pattern to marker, sl m, k1, ssk, k around to 3 sts before BOR marker, k2tog, k1. Row 2: Work even with no decreases. Repeat these two rounds until you have 44 (48, 52, 56) sts on your needles.

Foot :

Continue working even in stockinette with colors A and B held together until your foot reaches 3.5"/9cm short of your desired length. Cut color B and join in color C. With yarns A and C held together, continue knitting even in stockinette for 2"/5cm.

Toes :

Cut yarn C and join Yarn D. With yarns A and D held together, knit 1 row even in stockinette, then begin your toe decreases as follows: Row 1: k1, ssk, k 16 (18, 20, 22) sts, k2tog, K1, pm, k1, ssk, k 16 (18, 20, 22) sts, k2tog, k1. Row 2: k. Row 3: k1, ssk, k to 3 sts before marker, k2tog, k1, slip marker, k1, ssk, k to 3 sts before BOR, k2tog, k1. Repeat rows 2 and 3 until 10 (12, 14, 16) sts remain. Using Kitchener Stitch, graft toe sts closed.

Finishing :

Weave in all ends and block your sock!

Assembly Instructions

  • Place the waste yarn line centered on the heel when using the forethought heel; this line becomes the reference for picking up stitches and positioning the heel when you transfer stitches back onto your needles.
  • When picking up gusset stitches, pick up the right leg of the stitch directly below the edge to create a seamless join between the heel flap and the foot; pick up the specified number of sts evenly on each side before beginning gusset decreases.
  • After finishing decreases for the toe, graft the remaining live sts together using Kitchener stitch for a smooth, comfortable toe finish that lies flat inside the shoe.
  • Weave in all ends securely and block your socks to even gauge and reveal stitch definition, especially for cables and ribbing.
  • If trying on as you go, place a marker at the center of the heel/waste yarn; test fit the foot length before beginning toe decreases so you can adjust for personal fit.

Important Notes

  • 💡Always place a marker at the beginning of the round (BOR) to keep track of your rounds and pattern repeats during shaping.
  • 💡Work with even tension when holding two yarn strands together; one strand dominating will cause color splotches and uneven fabric.
  • 💡Measure cuff and leg lengths against your foot or a reference sock to ensure the sock fits as intended; stop and try on when possible.
  • 💡When picking up stitches for gusset or heel, use a slightly looser tension or a larger needle if the picked-up edge feels too tight.
  • 💡Block finished socks to smooth stitches, open cables, and set gauge for improved fit and appearance.

These Thicksgiving Socks are made for cozy mornings by the fire and long walks in cold weather. Knit them with marled yarn for painterly color blends and a snug, worsted-like feel while still using fingering yarn. Try all three variations — Vanilla, Ribbed, and Cables — to discover your favorite look and fit. 🧶🧦

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FAQs

What sizes are included?

Pattern includes S (7"/17.5cm), M (8"/20.25cm), L (9"/23cm), XL (10"/25.5cm) measured around the ball of the foot.

What needle size should I use?

Use US size 4 / 3.5mm needles (DPNs or a 36" circular for magic loop). A cable needle is required for the cabled version.

Do I need experience to make these socks?

The pattern is rated intermediate — basic familiarity with knitting in the round, increases, decreases, and picking up stitches is recommended. Cable experience is helpful for the Cables version.

How long will it take to knit a pair?

Most knitters can complete a pair in about 5-7 hours, depending on yarn, chosen variation, and experience.