Beginner Tube Sock Knitting Pattern : Learn How Now

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This beginner tube sock knitting pattern is knit with super bulky yarn & large knitting needles. Perfect for a quick & cozy pair of hand knit socks.

Get the free beginner tube sock knitting pattern below or purchase the ad-free, downloadable & printable PDF on Etsy, Ravelry or LoveCrafts.

a cozy setting with chunky knit socks, coffee, candles and a blanket.

The perfect cozy day…

Wearing a pair of chunky homemade socks
Wrapped up in a chunky handknit shrug
Snuggled up with your loving furbaby
Watching your favorite movie on repeat

About the Pattern

These knitted tube socks are knit in the round using the magic loop method. Starting at the top, knit mostly using knit stitches and decreases a few rounds for your toes.

Available Sizes: One
Pattern Format: Written Pattern, No Chart
Pattern Language: English
Skill Level: Beginner
PDF Format: Printer Friendly
Pattern Name

Techniques

Here are some of the knitting skills you need to know before getting started:

Knit in the Round, Magic Loop Method
Knit & Purl Stitches
Decrease Stitches

WHAT’S TO LOVE!?

Cute & cozy socks when you’re finished.
Quick & easy to knit.
Customize for gift giving.
No memorizing, just knit stitch on repeat.
Easy to pick-up where you left off.
Knit in a weekend kind of project.

Yarn & Substitutions

Yarn Weight: Super Bulky
Yardage:
Color A: 150-175 yards (137 – 160 meters) (Oatmeal)
Color B (stripes): 30 – 40 yards (27 – 36 meters) (Claret)
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick

Alternative Yarn Suggestions:
Lion Brand Re-Spun Thick & Quick
HomeTown Yarn by Lion Brand

Using super bulky yarn makes for a quick knitting project. Which is great for my short attention span. ;)

If neither of these substitutes work for you, I recommend checking out YarnSub.com for other yarn options. They’re an excellent resource!

Needles & Notions

Needle Size: US 11 (8mm) Circular Needles with a 24″ (60cm) Cable, or longer
Extras: Stitch Marker

Gauge

9.5 STS & 14 rounds per 4” (10cm) square, knit in the round in stockinette

Get the free beginner tube sock knitting pattern below or purchase the ad-free, downloadable & printable PDF on Etsy, Ravelry or LoveCrafts.

Measurements

Model Foot Size: US 8 1/2 (UK 6.5, Eur 39)
Finished Sock Measurements: 6″ wide x 12″ (15cm x 30cm)
Finished Sock Weight for US 8 1/2: 8.5oz (245g)

Sizes

US US 8 1/2 (UK 6.5, Eur 39)

Notes

Not reversible.
Knit top down.
Knit using the rib & stockinette stitch.
Knit in the round with a circular needle, magic loop method.
When knitting in the round you’re always knitting the right side of your work.

FAQ

Do I have to knit them in the round?

I haven’t found a good way to knit them flat and join them without creating a thick seam, so the most comfortable way to wear them is when they’re knit in the round.

Can I knit this pattern using a different weight yarn?

Definitely! If you cast-on using the same number of stitches with a thinner yarn & smaller needles, you’ll have a smaller socks.

If you cast-on using the same number of stitches with a thicker yarn & smaller needles, you’ll have a larger socks.

Do you want the same size sock, but want to use thinner yarn?

Cast-on more stitches in increments of 2.

Do you want the same size pumpkin, but want to use thicker yarn?

Cast-on fewer stitches in increments of 2.

Print this Pattern

I know many of you enjoy working from a paper copy of your knitting pattern that’s why I offer a printer-friendly PDF completely ad-free on Etsy, Ravelry or LoveCrafts.

That way you can have lifetime access to it and download it to any device and view it from anywhere, ad-free {and the pattern might not be around forever}.

The ads on this website make it possible for me to offer the patterns for free, that way you can try it before you buy it. :)

Thank you so much for your support and joining me on this wonderful knitting journey!

Free Knitting Pattern

Knit in the round using the magic loop method

With color A:
CO 24 STS, split 12 per needle, PM, join in the round
Round 1-3: *K2, P2* (3 rounds)
Round 4: *K* (1 round)

Switch to color B:
Round 5-7: *K* (3 rounds)

Switch to color A:
Round 8-9: *K* (2 rounds)

Switch to color B:
Round 10-12: *K* (3 rounds)

Switch to color A:
Rounds 13-68: *K* (56 rounds)
Round 69: K2TOG, K8, K2TOG x2 (20 STS remaining)
Round 70: *K*
Round 71: K2TOG, K6, K2TOG x2 (16 STS remaining)
Round 72: *K*
Round 73: K2TOG, K4, K2TOG x2 (12 STS remaining)
Round 74: BO, kinda tight. Turn inside out and sew up to toe seam.

Weave in the ends.

Knit the second the same as the first. ;)

No blocking necessary.

Knitting Abbreviations

*– * – repeat between * to end of round
BO – bind-off in pattern
CO – cast-on (long-tail cast-on method)
K – knit stitches (K1 means to knit 1 stitch)
K2TOG – knit 2 stitches together
P – purl stitches (P2 means to purl 2 stitches)
PM – place marker
STS – stitches