This is a fairly simple pattern with lots of samples of different design elements: ribbing, lace/gansey, beading and texture. Each design element has a fairly short repeat, so that it’s easy to memorize and works up quickly. It’s perfect for those who get bored easily by the same thing over and over - every little bit, the pattern changes and y...

This is a simple pattern that requires only rudimentary skills, and knowledge of only a few basic stitches. You will need yarn (about 300 yds of fingering weight would be good), 3 stitch markers, needles (use what you are comfortable with, DPNs, long circulars for TAAT or the 2 needle method or short circulars. a needle for weaving in ends and ...

This pattern was designed for those who have large ankles (cankles) but would still like to knit a pretty lace sock. This pattern has plenty of stretch, but will also work for someone with normal sized ankles as well. The full pattern repeat is 40 rows, but at heart, it is a very simple 2 row pattern that just shifts by one stitch every other r...

These socks have it all - simple cables, simple lace and beads, in a very simple, 4-row pattern. It also calls for a small amount (20 yards) of a contrasting yarn that can be used to highlight the bead color. It’s perfect for a newer sock knitter who wants to try different elements without becoming overwhelmed by complicated patterns. Instructi...

This pattern is available as both a toe-up TAAT pattern and as a cuff down pattern. It is a simple rib pattern with a slight texture that takes an ordinary pattern and makes it elegant. This is a good pattern for beginning knitters.