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Introducing the Popo socks—a versatile, comfortable sock pattern designed to make knitting a pleasure from start to finish. Featuring an innovative heel construction that requires neither picked-up stitches nor short rows, this pattern offers a smooth knitting experience that’s accessible to newer sock knitters while remaining engaging for seasoned makers.

The straightforward construction also makes Popo socks an excellent choice for knitting two-at-a-time (TAAT), helping you create perfectly matching pairs without the risk of second-sock syndrome. With instructions for both cuff-down and toe-up knitting, and options for fingering, sport, and worsted weight yarns, this pattern can be adapted to suit your preferences and the season. Whether you’re knitting lightweight everyday socks or warm, cozy pairs for cooler weather, Popo socks are designed to become a staple in your handmade wardrobe.

Fingering weight

Sizes

S (M) L, foot circumference 17 (19.5) 22 cm / 6.75 (7.75) 8.75 inches with 10% negative ease built-in

Yarn

Fingering weight yarn, 70 (80) 90 g. The sample socks (size M) were knitted with PatricKnits Bis-Sock (85% Merino, 15% Nylon, 398 m / 435 yds per 100 g) in colourway Phantom Shadow.

Needles & notions

2.75 mm/ US 2 circular needle (80 cm/ 32 inches long or longer) or size to meet the gauge
markers, tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge

36 sts x 48 rows = 10x10 cm/ 4x4 inches in 2/2 rib after blocking

Sport weight

Sizes

S (M) L, foot circumference 17 (20.5) 23.5 cm/
6.75 (8) 9.25 inches with 10% negative ease built-in

Yarn

Sport weight yarn, 100 g. The sample socks (size M) were knitted with Cascade Yarns Heritage 6 (75% Merino, 25% Nylon, 267 m/ 292 yds per 100 g) in colourway 5618 Snow.

Needles & notions

3.25 mm/ US 3 circular needle (80 cm/ 32 inches long or longer) or size to meet the gauge
markers, tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge

30 sts x 42 rows = 10x10 cm/ 4x4 inches in 2/2 rib after blocking

Worsted weight

Sizes

S (M) L, foot circumference 18.25 (22) 25.5 cm / 7.25 (8.5) 10 inches with 10% negative ease built-in

Yarn

Worsted weight yarn, 80-90 (100-110) 120-130 g. The sample socks (size M) were knitted with Novita 7 veljestä Nummi (76 % Wool, 20 % Nylon, 4 % Viscose, 200 m / 109 yds per 100 g) in colourway 945 Huurre and used 100 g.

Needles & notions

3.75 mm/ US 5 circular needle (80 cm/ 32 inches long or longer) or size to meet the gauge
markers, tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge

24 sts x 34 rows = 10x10 cm/ 4x4 inches in 2/2 rib after blocking