Leafliner Socks by Dolly Laishram Bhardwaj

Leafliner Socks

Knitting
October 2025
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
32 stitches and 46 rows = 4 inches
US 1 - 2.25 mm
317 - 350 yards (290 - 320 m)
Medium/ Large
English
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I’m so excited to introduce the Leafliner Socks — a design that brings together two things I’ve always loved: structure and nature.

My creative journey began with photography, where I developed a strong appreciation for clean, defined lines. They’ve always drawn my eye, and I find a quiet kind of beauty in their precision. With Leafliner, I wanted to capture that sense of order in stitch form — then soften it with something organic. The small leaf motif at the center is a nod to my connection with the natural world, adding a gentle contrast to the linear elements.

This pattern is especially well-suited for densely variegated yarns — those bold, beautiful skeins that can be tricky to use. The clean lines bring focus and balance, letting the colors shine without overwhelming the design. Pairing a variegated yarn with a contrasting solid enhances the definition and gives the finished socks a striking, polished look.

I hope you enjoy knitting Leafliner as much as I enjoyed designing it. I’d love to see your finished pair — don’t forget to share your project!

Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) circular needle, 40” (100 cm) for magic loop, or double-pointed needles as preferred.
Substitute size as necessary to obtain gauge. Tapestry needle for finishing up.
Gauge: 32 sts & 46 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch in the Round.
Yarn: I have used my hand dyed fingering sock yarn. You can replace with any of your favorite sock yarn

  • Medium: Total approx. 70gm (294m). Solid Yarn - 53gm (223m) & Variegated yarn - 17gm (71m)
  • Large: Total approx. 75gm (315m). Solid Yarn - 57gm (240m) & Variegated yarn - 18gm (75m)