The simply striped vanilla socks are knit from the cuff down and instructions are written for magic loop. You begin with a tubular cast on, a stretchy cast on that is worth the few extra steps. A traditional heel flap and stripes that are all the way through to the toe. I used Sewrella Cashmere sock yarn, in 2 colors Cottage & Cashmere. A lovely, very soft yarn perfect for socks to be worn on cozy afternoons spend indoors. You will need circular needles in sizes 2.25mm for the cuff and switch 2.5mm for the remainder of the sock. The pattern is easily customizable.