The Ribbel socks are an absolute classic thanks to the 2/2 rib. The rib pattern creates an extra stretchy fabric, which makes the sock adapt to the form of your foot perfectly. The sock is worked from the toe up and there are two heel options: a gusset heel and heel flap and a German short row heel. After the heel, the leg is worked completely in 2/2 rib and finished with a 1/1 rib cuff, to provide some contrast. The Ribbel Socks are at their best when worked in a rustic woollen yarn, so the rib pattern can really pop.

Sizes
1 (2, 3) 4, 5 to fit a foot circumference of 16.5 (
19, 22) 24.5, 27 cm / 6.5 (7.5, 8.5) 9.5, 10.5”
The socks are meant to be worn with 2 – 4 cm / 0.75 – 1.5” negative ease.

Shown in size 3 with a gusset heel and heel flap and 4 cm / 1.5” negative ease.

Yarn
1 skein of Woolly Mammoth Fibre Co. Natural Sock (400 m / 100 g) or 50 (50, 100) 100, 100 g in fingering weight yarn to obtain gauge, f.e.Isager Sock Yarn, Ovis et cetera Corriedale Twist, Wol met Verve Basic Sock 4-ply, Lang Yarns Jawoll.

Recommended needles
2.25 mm / US 1 circular needles with total length of at least 80 cm / 24” (or size to obtain gauge)

Gauge
36 sts x 48 R to 10 cm / 4” in 2/2 rib stitch after blocking
28 sts x 48 R to 10 cm / 4” in stockinette stitch after blocking

Used stitch patterns and techniques
Judy’s Magic Cast On
2/2 rib stitch
Left/right leaning increases
Gusset heel with wrap & turn short rows
German short row heel
1/1 rib stitch
Stretchy bind-off