Interlock Socks by Laura Andrews

Interlock Socks

Knitting
September 2015
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
32 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch
US 1 - 2.25 mm
US 1½ - 2.5 mm
US 2 - 2.75 mm
US 2½ - 3.0 mm
300 - 400 yards (274 - 366 m)
Small, Medium, Large
English
This pattern is available for free.

A simple colorwork pattern of interlocking diamonds forms the lower cuff, is modified on the foot, and is repeated on the toe of these socks. I wanted to design a sock pattern with colorwork (my favorite thing to knit!), but my normal clothing is conservative so I wanted socks that I could wear with anything in my closet. Most colorwork socks, while beautiful, would most likely end up as slippers if I knit them for myself.

A while back I saw a vest with a pattern of interlocking diamonds, and when I went to design my socks that inspiration came back to me. They aren’t too fancy, but they are very fun and quick to make and add a nice bit of interest to an outfit.
These socks take only minimal amounts of each contrasting color, so dig into your stash to find those little 15-gram leftovers you’ve been saving, and knit away!