The Worm Moon is a significant full moon that occurs in March, marking the transition from winter to spring. It is one of the 12 traditional full moons named by Native American tribes, European settlers, and other cultures based on seasonal changes. The yarn and pattern for the socks were created for Yarn Twisters Sock Club March 2025.

Yarn: 1 skein Yarn Twisters Rylyn; 420 yards/115g; 80% SW Merino, 20% Nylon OR any fingering weight yarn

Sample knit with colourway Worm Moon

Gauge: 36 sts by 48 rows equal 4” by 4” in stockinette in the round after blocking

Needles: 2.25 mm (US 1) 40” circular needle; or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions: removable stitch marker, cable needle, darning needle

Finished sizes (approx. foot circumference), worn with approx. 0-1” of negative ease:
Size 1: 7” (women’s shoe size 4 - 6.5)
Size 2: 8” (women’s shoe size 7 - 9.5)
Size 3: 9” (women’s shoe size 10 - 12.5)

Pattern is written for magic loop technique