This simple pattern is the one that my grandmother taught me and uses about 300yds or 2oz (approx. 56 grams) of any soft sock yarn. For the socks in the picture I used Knit Picks Stroll. I love it because it’s soft and knits up perfectly every time but you can use any fingering weight yarn.

The socks are knit from the cuff down using an Estonian cast-on, for extra stretchiness, and a traditional heel flap. (How-to videos for Estonian cast-on can be found on youtube.) You can also use a traditional long-tail cast on if you prefer!

Size: Adult M (Size can be adjusted by adding or reducing length to foot prior to decreasing for toe.

Finished Measurements: Approximately 6.5 inches from beginning of cuff to split for heel and 8 inches from back of heel to tip of toe (made with negative ease to stretch). 1-inch ribbed cuff.

You will need: Yarn: 2oz (approx. 300yds) KnitPicks Stroll or any fingering weight yarn.
Gauge: 11 stitches = 1” in stockinette stitch.
Needles: US1.5 (2.50mm), I knit on double-points but use your favorite method!