Monocot Socks

These are classic socks worked top down in quick stockinette. The fun touches of color are great for beginning colorworkers, or for anyone who would like to knit some colorwork without having to commit to rows and rows of it. The modified forethought heels and matching wedge toes are made with simple increases at the ankle so they'll fit perfectly and won’t slide into your shoes. I think you'll like this fit much better than a standard afterthought or forethought heel. Detailed, illustrated instructions on how to construct the heel are included. The colorwork is done with just two colors in each round, and the pattern includes both charts and written instructions. They're a good stashbuster for any small but precious bits of sock yarn you've been saving up. Charts for three sample color combinations are included. For those using alternative colors I’ve also added blank charts to color in yourself. Instructions are for two styles: short socks or a crew length with an old-school tapered leg. More about the design at [Looky Knits][1]. Tech editor: [Knitting by Marie][2] ___________________________________________ Samples in the first 9 photos are in [Knit Picks Stroll][3] fingering 50g, 231 yd / 211 m per skein See [project pages][4] for lots of other yarn possibilities Yardage per color for sizes Child (XS, S, M, L, XL) **Color A**: 90 (105, 125, 150, 175, 200) yards 80 (95, 115, 140, 160, 185) meters **Color B**: 3 yards / 3 meters **Color C**: 7 (8, 9, 9, 10, 10) yards 6 (7, 8, 8, 9, 9) meters **Color D, Short Socks**: 100 (135, 170, 205, 235, 275) yards 90 (125, 155, 185, 215, 250) meters **Color D, Crew Socks**: 150 (190, 230, 275, 310, 360) yards 140 (170, 210, 250, 280, 330) meters TOOLS: US size 1/ 2.25 mm circular or double-pointed needles US size 1.5 or 2 / 2.5 or 2.75 mm circular or double-pointed needles for colorwork or sizes to fit gauge Blunt tapestry needle for weaving in ends Optional 2mm or smaller needle or stitch holder for picking up heel stitches __________________________________ Knit Picks Stroll colors featured in sample photos: **Seagrass** version (blue and green) A: Rainstorm Heather B: Dove Heather C: Grizzly Heather D: Forest Heather **Ranger** version (green and gray) A: Forest Heather B: Dove Heather C: Cork D: Cobblestone Heather **Seedlings** version (red and blue) A: Burnt Umber Heather B: Dove Heather C: Bamboo Heather D: Blue Steel Heather [1]: https://lookyknits.blog/2025/02/28/building-a-better-sock/ [2]: https://mhferner.wixsite.com/knittingbymarie [3]: https://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/knit-picks-stroll-fingering-solids-heathers-tonals--twists [4]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/monocot-socks/people