Basic Socks by Liz Salazar

Basic Socks

Crochet
August 2026
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
23 stitches and 21 rows = 4 inches
in esc
2.25 mm (B)
436 yards (399 m)
Adult XS (S, M, L)
US
English
This pattern is available for free.

These Socks are worked from the Leg down to the Heel
opening, the Foot then the Toes. An afterthought heel is
then crocheted directly onto the heel opening.

SIZES
Adult XS (S, M, L)
Shown in size S.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Foot Circumference: 7¾ (8¾, 9¾, 10¾)”
Leg Length: 3½”
Foot Length: Adjustable

MATERIALS
Premier® Yarns Steps® West Coast (75% Superwash
Merino Wool, 25% Polyamide; 1.76oz/50g, 218yds/200m)
• Any Color – 2 balls all sizes
Hook: US Size B-1 (2.25 mm) or size needed to obtain
gauge
Notions: Tapestry needle, 2 removable stitch markers

GAUGE
23 esc x 21 rnds = 4”
24 sc x 24 rnds = 4”
Save time, check your gauge.

SKILLS/TECHNIQUES USED IN THIS PATTERN:
• Chain, slip stitches, single and extended single
crochet stitches.
• Working in joined rounds.
• Decreasing.
• Seaming with mattress stitch.