Is there anything better than the peak of citrus season reaching us in the darkest parts of the winter? In the summer months, the best of the citrus season might be behind us, but we can celebrate the joy of oranges to our socks all summer long! This pattern features two different charts to show a whole orange just fallen from the tree, or one that is sliced and ready to eat. The toe features the fun orange smiles that are perfect for sharing.

TECHNIQUES
These socks are knit cuff-down with three colorwork charts and a forethought heel. The toe is closed using 3-needle bind off.

SIZING
The sock pattern is written for 3 sizes: S (M, L). The socks are designed to fit approximate foot circumference 8” (9”, 10”) or approximately 20 (23, 25 ½) cm. This can vary based on gauge, needle size, and sock fit preference. Please ensure that your chosen size matches with your knitting style materials, and preferred fit. The sample is shown in size S width and a women’s size 6.5 foot length.

GAUGE
In blocked stockinette stitch, 4” x 4” (10cm x 10cm) = 32 sts x 36 rounds

MATERIALS
Yarn: 3 colors of Fingering Weight (4 ply) yarn. Sample is shown in Quince and Co. Starling’s Eggplant (Main), Knit Picks Stroll Effects in Kiwi (CC1), and Little Lionhead Knits Orange Mini Skein (CC2). Yardage for all sizes will require 1 skeins MC and less than 20 grams of each CC. Exact yarn usage for socks will depend on size, height of leg, and length of foot.
Needles: Size 1 (2.25mm) needles for cuff, heel, foot and toe. Size 1.5 (2.5mm) needles for colorwork.
Additional Materials: Stitch markers, tapestry needle