Green Goddess Socks

Green Goddess Socks by Nancy Whitman

What is Being Made

Green Goddess Socks is a downloadable knitting pattern for women's medium cuff-down socks designed by Nancy Whitman for Whitknits.com. This sock design features a distinctive geometric pattern created through simple twist stitches combined with yarn overs, resulting in an intricate appearance that works beautifully even when knit with variegated yarn.

Design and Pattern Features

The socks showcase a memorable stitch pattern that is easily memorized, making this an ideal intermediate-level project. The pattern begins at the cuff and works downward toward the foot. The cuff construction uses a basic knit through back loop technique combined with purl stitches to create a neat, finished edge.

Stitches and Techniques Used

• Twist Stitch: The foundation of the geometric pattern, creating visual interest without complex stitch manipulation
• Knit Through Back Loop (k1 tbl): Used in the cuff ribbing for a refined finish
• Yarn Overs: Worked on alternate rounds throughout the leg to add texture and laciness to the design
• Purl Stitches (P1): Incorporated into the cuff ribbing pattern
• Chart-Based Stitch Pattern: The leg features a repeatable chart pattern that is worked across all stitches

Materials and Specifications

The pattern calls for Araucania Ranco Solid yarn, a durable blend of 75% wool and 25% nylon with 376 yards per skein. The 4-ply yarn weight provides the ideal thickness for sock knitting, offering both durability and comfort. Double-pointed needles or circular needles appropriate for 4-ply sock yarn are required for this project.

Measurements and Sizing

• Size: Woman's medium
• Leg Circumference: 6½ inches (not stretched)
• Foot Length: 7 inches (not stretched)
• Cuff Height: 1 inch before transitioning to leg pattern

Pattern Construction

The sock construction begins with a 1-inch cuff worked in alternating knit through back loop and purl rounds. Following the cuff, the leg is worked in the charted stitch pattern, repeating the design across all stitches. The pattern example shows 60 rounds or 5 complete chart repeats for the leg section, though this can be adjusted to achieve the desired leg length. The easily memorized stitch pattern ensures consistent results throughout the project, and the geometric design displays clearly regardless of yarn color variation.

Skill Level

Rated as intermediate difficulty, this pattern is suitable for knitters with basic sock construction experience who are comfortable working from charts and managing multiple stitches on needles. The straightforward stitch pattern and clear instructions make it an accessible project for advancing knitters.