Mini Madness Helix Knit Socks Pattern by Marly Bird

Dive into the colorful world of the Mini Madness Helix Knit Socks, a playful and vibrant pattern from the “Jolly Holiday with Marly, Volume 1” collection. These eye-catching socks are the perfect project for those mini hanks of yarn you’ve been collecting, transforming them into a wearable kaleidoscope of color.

Knitted toe-up with a practical afterthought heel, these socks feature a captivating helix knitting technique combined with a slip-stitch cable pattern that elegantly spirals up the leg. Juggling eight bobbins of yarn at once, you’ll intertwine four distinct colors with the main shade, creating a stunningly intricate effect that’s sure to be a conversation starter.

While they offer a bit of a challenge, the Mini Madness Helix Knit Socks are approachable, with the primary test being yarn management. Suitable for knitters looking for an engaging project, the pattern is available in three sizes, complete with detailed written instructions, a comprehensive chart, and helpful video tutorials.

Embrace the joy of multi-hued knitting with these spectacular helix socks and add a dash of fun to your sock drawer.

Mini Madness Helix Knit Socks
Designed by Marly Bird

Perfect for those mini-skeins of yarn paired with a main hank of sock yarn to get a truly unique pair of socks. Not for the faint of heart, these socks will definitely be fun to knit but the challenging part is the yarn management as well as maintaining the stitch pattern for the Slip Stitch Cable Panel on each sock. These are a Great knit for an Experienced sock knitter!

SKILL LEVEL
Experienced — Shhh, Be Quiet I’m Knitting!

MEASUREMENTS
To Fit Sizes
S (M, L)

Finished Measurements
7 (8, 9)“ 18 (20, 22) cm circumference
To be worn with negative ease

Gauge
28 sts and 36 rounds = 4” 10 cm in Stockinette st

MATERIALS

Yarn
Stunning String Studio, Smashing Sock (75% superwash merino, 25% nylon, 460 yds / 421 m, 3½ oz / 100 g, CYCA #1 super fine)
1 skein: Nautical Navy (MC)

Stunning String Studio, Stunning Superwash (100% superwash merino wool, 70 yds / 64 m, ½ oz/ 14 g, CYCA# 1 super fine)
1 mini-skein: Venetian Rose (A)
1 mini-skein: Storm Cloud (B)
1 mini-skein: Sweet Cocoa (C)
1 mini-skein: Dusty Fern (D)
1 mini-skein: Orange Gelato (E)
1 mini-skein: Dark Camel (F)
1 mini-skein: Pale Ale (G)
1 mini-skein: French Lilac (H)

Knitting Needles
US 2 2.75 mm or size needed for gauge.
Note: Depending on what method you want to use, you will need the following:
To make socks with 2 circulars: 2 needles, 24” 61 cm.
To make socks with magic loop: 1 circular needle longer than 32” 81 cm.