Something spooky this way knits… with The Witching Hour Socks!

This is a fitted sock pattern featuring a bold statement cable running down the front of the leg and the top of the foot. With the twists and turns of this hourglass style cable, it becomes easy to memorize from the first repeat!

Need something to while away the endless days until Halloween approaches? These socks will keep you engaged and invested in your knitting. With a little luck, you’ll have these socks knit up before the witching hour is upon us!

Finished measurements:

Small - 8-9 inch
Medium - 9.5-10 inches
Medium-Large - 10.5-11 inches
Large - 11.5-12 inches
X-Large - 12.5-13 inches

Note: Finished measurements are in reference to the foot circumference. Instructions are included on how you can customize the length of each size.

Gauge: 24 stitches x 48 rows = 4” in stockinette

Yarn: Vessel Yarn Co Resilient 70% Merino Wool, 30% Silk 440 yards (sample was knit out of the Pumpkin Pie colorway)

Needles: US 2 / 2.75 mm DPN’s, 9” circular needle, or 40” circular needle for magic loop

Additional materials: Mini-skein for contrasting heels and toes (optional), cable needle, scissors, tapestry needle, stitch markers

Skills involved: Knitting cables, simple decreases, heel flap and gusset