The Kick Back, Relax Socks are simple ribbed socks that extend the ribbing down the heel flap, hugging the heel and creating socks with a very relaxed, very comfortable, Sunday-morning-in-bed vibe.

These socks have a ribbed heel that extends the ribbing from the leg to the heel, creating a stretchy heel that hugs the back of the foot and results in a comfortable, relaxed fit. However, this heel is bulkier than a standard heel flap and might not fit as well into shoes and boots as other handknit socks. Therefore, a less-bulky slipped stitch heel option is also included.

FINISHED SIZE
17.5 (20, 22.5) cm / (7 7.75, 8.75 inches) circumference

YARN
1 skein 4ply/fingering weight yarn with optional contrast colour (approximately 10–15g yarn required for contrast colour).

Examples shown:

• Skip Rope Yarn Co Double Dutch Sock in Purple Ponytail
• Jokamamo Textiles Platinum Sock in Mint Choc Chip and Chocolate

NOTE: For larger feet, more than one skein of yarn may be required.

NEEDLES
2.25mm (US 1) 60 cm (24 inch) circular needle (or preferred sock-knittingng needle)

GAUGE
8 stitches x 11.5 rows over 2.5cm (1 inch) in stockinette