Basic Doodle (Sock)

**THE BASIC DOODLE SOCKS** This sock pattern is worked in the round, from the top down. It begins with a ribbed cuff, then a section of “doodle” colorwork, then a short row heel using wrap and turn, before finishing with similar colorwork along the foot, and basic shaping for the toe. This is a **Doodle Series Pattern**, which means it includes micro charts intended to be used as mix-and-match colorwork motifs throughout the project. This “basic doodle” uses simple, everyday motifs that can go with anything for the perfect sock! **The Basic Doodle includes 26 unique charts.** **SIZE(S)** Adult Small (Medium, Large, X-Large) **MEASUREMENTS** Foot Circumference: 6.5 (8, 9.25, 10.5) in [16.5 (20, 23, 27) cm] Measurements taken after blocking. Socks are intended to fit with negative ease, however colorwork is also less stretchy than stockinette. Choose a size with a approx. 0.5 in [1.25 cm] negative ease based on actual foot circumference to ensure a snug finished fit. The length of the cuff, leg, and foot are customizable by working more or less of the colorwork charts. **YARN** Any standard sock or light fingering weight yarn. Sample uses Cedar House Yarns Sapling Sock 75% Superwash Merino / 25% Nylon; 463 yards [423 m] Colors: Straw (cream) and Ink (black) Yardage listed as approximate total yards per size, for two socks, due to the variable nature of this pattern. * 350 (425, 490, 560) yards [320 (388, 448, 512) m] * Approx. 1 skein main color and 2-3 accent colors **NEEDLES** Main Fabric: US 2/2.75 mm or size needed to obtain gauge Cuff/Heel/Toe: US 1/2.25 mm or size smaller than gauge DPNs, magic loop, or 8 in [20 cm] short circular needles **GAUGE** 36 sts and 36 rnds per 4 in [10 cm] in colorwork 40 sts and 40 rnds per 4 in [10 cm] in stockinette (heel/toe) **NOTIONS** 2-4 Stitch markers (one in different color) Scissors & Tapestry needle **SPECIAL TECHNIQUES** Special techniques include stranded colorwork in the round, short row heel using wrap & turn method, toe shaping, and grafting. **SHARING** Please share progress photos and finished projects using hashtag #BasicDoodleSocks and @pacificknitco