What you'll need
| One size only: | 6.25” x 2.6” |
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YCP007_8455
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Product Description
I got some gorgeous Moonrover batts in a muted rainbow colorway, and I spun a trial skein from one of the rolags, wanting to see if it would make good sock yarn. It did! I started knitting a sock and ran out of my test skein pretty quickly, as it was only 42 yards long. The partial sock sat in a drawer, waiting for me to spin more yarn for it, for a while until...I got an iphone, because Verizon called and practically gave it to me. I, well, um…loved it. It needed a sock. I frogged the partial human sock and made this. It's a straightforward design, simple to knit. Perhaps you might like to make one for your phone, with your favorite sport weight yarn. This pattern is my gift to you. Enjoy! :)
iSock: a Sock for your iPhone
What is Being Made
iSock is a knitted protective sleeve designed to fit an iPhone. This small, functional accessory measures 6.25 inches by 2.6 inches and features a fitted ribbed cuff that tightens just past the top of the phone to keep it securely in place. The pattern was designed by Jessie Driscoll and is available as a free downloadable PDF.
Techniques Used
This intermediate-level knitting project uses fundamental circular knitting techniques. The sock is worked in the round using the magic loop method or traditional double-pointed needle construction. The pattern begins with a cast-on worked across four needles, then progresses through two distinct stitch sections before finishing with a three-needle bind-off technique. The ribbed cuff section provides elasticity and grip, while the stockinette body creates a smooth, fitted surface.
Stitches Used
- 1x1 Ribbing: Alternating knit and purl stitches (K1, P1) worked for approximately 1.25 inches to create the elastic cuff section
- Stockinette Stitch: Knitting all stitches in the round for approximately 5 inches to form the main body of the sock
- Three-Needle Bind-Off: Used during finishing to close the toe end securely
Materials and Tools
Yarn: 40 to 45 yards of sport weight yarn is required to complete this project. Sport weight yarn provides the appropriate thickness for a fitted iPhone sleeve while maintaining the necessary drape and flexibility.
Needles: A set of five US Size 1.5 (2.5mm) double-pointed needles, or the size needed to obtain proper gauge. Double-pointed needles allow for seamless circular knitting in the round.
Additional Tools: A tapestry needle or thick sewing needle for weaving in ends and executing the three-needle bind-off, and scissors for cutting yarn.
Gauge and Sizing
The pattern is worked to a gauge of 6 stitches equals 1 inch in stockinette stitch, measured in the round. The finished iSock measures 6.25 inches in length and 2.6 inches in width, specifically sized to fit a standard iPhone with the ribbed cuff section providing a secure fit around the device.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Sport |
| Pages: | 1 |
| Designer: | Stash Enhancement |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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