Who doesn’t like to groan at Dad Jokes? My 11-year-old has even started to tell them. It makes my husband swell with pride. These are a very Dad-like sock, with their no-nonsense diamond pattern reminiscent of argyle. These are names for my friend Bill, who tells the worst Dad Jokes imaginable.

Finished Size: S (M, L) 6” (7.5”, 9” around), unstretched

Yarn: Neighborhood Fiber Co. Studio Sock, 100% Superwash Merino, 400 yards/4 ounces (Sample knit in Thomas Circle)

Needles: Set of 5 double-pointed needles or two circular needles size 2 US (2.75 mm), or size to obtain gauge

Gauge: 8 stitches per inch in stockinette, knit in the round.