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The instep of a sock is an important part of sock construction – so why not highlight it? Introducing the Step In Sock: the cozy color-blocked sock that emphasizes your instep.

This basic sock is knit from the toe up and features a gusset on the bottom of the foot and a turned heel, heel flap, and instep in a contrast color. Much of the sock is in glorious (and quick!) stockinette. Only one color is used at a time, so there is no complicated color management.

What test knitters had to say:

• “I like the gusset under the foot. I like that it’s a very simple design, but then with a small hidden feature.”
• “They are quite quick and the gusset shaping is more interesting than a lot of other sock patterns.”
• “It was fun to knit, with colour changes you’re always eager to keep going. Am grateful you wrote the jogless join into the pattern, makes for a nicer looking finished product.”
• “I can imagine so many fun colour blocking combos being put together for this pattern.”

Sizes (to fit foot circumference):
(If between sizes, choose the smaller size.)

• 1: 6.75”/17 cm
• 2: 7.5”/19 cm
• 3: 8”/20.5 cm
• 4: 8.75”/22 cm
• 5: 9.5”/24 cm
• 6: 10.25”/26 cm

Yarn (includes 15% buffer):
DK weight yarn per size 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6):

• MC: 150 (180, 210, 240, 275, 315) yards/ 137 (165, 192, 219, 251, 288) m
• CC: 75 (90, 100, 115, 130, 145) yards/ 69 (82, 91, 105, 119, 133) m

Sample shown in size 3 in Knit Picks Swish DK; 100% superwash merino; 123 yards/112 m) per 1.76 oz/50 g; MC: Honey; CC: Marble Heather

Blocked Gauge:
26 sts and 36 rounds per 4”/10 cm in stockinette

Tools:

• 4 stitch markers (1 should be unique)
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors for trimming ends

Needles:
US 3 (3.25 mm) needles for knitting a small circumference in the round, or size needed to obtain gauge

Social Media:
Please post your finished socks on social media with #StepInDK and #KinoKnits. Please also tag @kinoknits.

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