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Hint of Hazelnut Knit Socks Pattern by Marly Bird

Textured Lace Socks with Contrasting Vertical Detail | Fingering Weight Knit Socks | PDF Pattern

The Hint of Hazelnut Knit Socks are the perfect balance of cozy comfort and just-enough detail to keep your knitting interesting. Designed by Marly Bird, these socks feature delicate twisted stitches, a subtle lace texture, and a bold contrasting vertical strand that travels down the front of the leg and top of the foot — a quiet design wink that feels modern, thoughtful, and incredibly satisfying to knit.

Worked cuff-down with a forethought heel, this pattern is ideal for knitters who enjoy polished details, smart construction, and socks that feel special without being fussy. The contrast color columns add visual interest while still allowing the socks to remain wearable for everyday life.

Whether you’re knitting for yourself or making a heartfelt gift, Hint of Hazelnut wraps your feet in warmth, texture, and a touch of understated charm.

Pattern Highlights

✔ Cuff-down knit sock pattern
✔ Elegant twisted-stitch lace panel
✔ Contrasting vertical strand detail (CVS technique)
✔ Forethought heel construction
✔ Clean stockinette sole for comfort
✔ Sized for Adult S (M, L)
✔ Designed for fingering-weight sock yarn
✔ Written instructions with chart support
✔ Linked video tutorials for techniques

Finished Sizes

Adult
• Small (7” foot circumference)
• Medium (8” foot circumference)
• Large (9” foot circumference)

Designed to be worn with negative ease.

Yarn Requirements

Main Yarn
• Fingering-weight sock yarn
• Approx. 399 yards / 365 meters
• Sample shown in Coates & Co Prairie Sock

Contrast Yarns
• Two mini skeins (approx. 87 yards each)
• Used for contrasting vertical strand detail

Needles & Notions

• US 2 (2.75 mm) double-pointed needles (set of 5) or size needed to obtain gauge
• Removable stitch markers
• Tapestry needle
• Scrap yarn (for forethought heel)
• Sock ruler and blockers (optional)

Gauge

32 stitches and 34 rounds = 4” / 10 cm
Stockinette stitch, worked in the round

Included Video Support

Helpful video tutorials are linked throughout the pattern, including:

• Cast-on options
• Forethought heel setup and finishing
• Managing contrasting yarn strands
• Kitchener stitch (toe and heel)
• Weaving in ends and finishing tips