Introducing the Erla Socks, a charming top-down design that combines elegance with comfort. These socks feature an intricate cuff pattern that forms a delicate scalloped edge, transitioning seamlessly into a simpler motif of twisted and wrapped stitches along the foot. The length of your socks is adjustable to ensure a perfect fit.
Erla Socks can be customized in size by using different yarn weights — fingering or DK weight yarns. Also, you can choose between two options for the gusset size, depending on your desired fit for the gusset circumference.

Psst: Be sure to check out Pages 9-10 of the pattern if you’d like to knit a pair of matching socks for your partner! I’ve included an optional chart for a “manlier” version of the socks, offering a subtle yet sophisticated alternative that works perfectly for a more masculine aesthetic!

YARN:

SIZE 1 in fingering weight:
MEILENWEIT Cashmere by Lana Grossa
(70% wool, 25% polyamide, 5% cashmere)
210 m/230 yds in 50 Gr
Grams: 70
Meters: 294
Yards: 322
I used color No. 56 (egg shell)
SIZE 2 in DK/light weight:
MEILENWEIT TWEED 6-ply by Lana Grossa
(80% wool, 20% polyamide)
390 m/426 yds in 150 Gr
Grams: 110
Meters: 286
Yards: 313
I used color No. 9247 (beige)

NEEDLES:
SIZE 1 in fingering weight yarn: 2 mm/U.S. size 0 circular needles or dpns (or needle size to get the needed gauge)
SIZE 2 in sport weight yarn: 2.5 mm/U.S. size 1 circular needles or dpns (or needle size to get the needed gauge)

NOTIONS:
• markers for chart sections (optional)
• tapestry needle or crochet hook to weave in ends
• sock blockers

GAUGE:
SIZE 1 in fingering weight yarn:
30 sts/38 RNDs = 10 cm/4” square in stockinette stitch on 2 mm/U.S. size 0 circular needles or dpns after blocking
SIZE 2 in sport weight yarn:
25 sts/36 RNDs = 10 cm/4” square in stockinette stitch on 2.5 mm/U.S. size 1.5 needles after blocking

SIZES:
SIZE 1: foot circumference 20 cm/8“
SIZE 2: foot circumference 22 cm/8.75”

PATTERN NOTES:
• The socks are made from the top down (from leg to toe).
• While the pattern describes working with dpns, you can also use the magic loop method.
• Don’t be concerned about too many sts for the cuff – you need them for creating the scalloped form. After the cuff you will have fewer sts.
• The foot length can be easily adjusted to your desired measurement.
• The socks are designed to be worn with a slight negative ease.

SKILLS REQUIRED:
• basics (cast on/bind off, knit/purl, increase/decrease)
• working in the round
• working from a chart (written instructions to charts are also provided)