Treat your feet to all that is sweet with these adorable animal socks! Your feet will be so happy to have 2 new furry friends, or “Pawsome Pals” you might call them 😉 These ultra cute socks feature 3 animal options – a Koala, a Fox, and a Pig, with their irresistible poking up ears. They also each feature a lovable little saying on the heel, including “Hug Me” (not pictured but included in the pattern), “Foxy Lady”, and “Oink!” for extra charm. These socks come in every size to accommodate the whole family, from 3 years old to adult, so no one will be left without a set of cuddly critters! The socks are knit from the toe up with the option of adding a contrast toe and heel for extra style.
This pattern includes a photo tutorial of how to knit the cute little ears! The instructions are given for using double pointed needles, with the option of using a circular needle for the magic loop method, though I found it easiest to knit the ears using dpns. In case you are new to socks, I made a video tutorial for you showing you all of the techniques used to knit toe up socks including how to cast on for the toe, work the increases for the toe, and knit the short row heel here 🙂
The face and heel are given as color charts to be applied by duplicate stitch after the sock is finished (link to a video tutorial included). It also has a blank template so you can design your own animal sock! There are two ear options, round and pointed, so as long as your animal design has rounded or pointed ears it will work!
Price: $6.00 This pattern is part of the “Look at Those Legs!” Collection, a collection of 5 sock patterns for $18!
Skill Level: Intermediate
Yarn Weight: Fingering (150-280 yards)
Recommended Yarn: Knit Picks “Stroll Sock Yarn”
Needles: US 1 (2.25mm) double pointed needles (set of 4), US 2 (2.75mm) double pointed needles (set of 4)
Sizes: XS – XL to fit ages 3-5, 5-9, 7-12, Adult S/M, and Adult M/L, Foot Length and Sock Height are Custom
Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch holder
Gauge: 31 sts and 42 rows = 4″ in Stockinette Stitch
Buying Options: After checkout, you will receive a link to instantly download the .pdf pattern. If you are a member of Ravelry, the pattern will automatically show up in your library! You can also purchase this pattern through my Girly Knits pattern stores on Ravelry, LoveCrafts, and Etsy.
Customer Projects and Reviews:
“Loving this design – it knits up soooo quickly. Think I’ll be using these as Christmas presents.” -Maria (Zenarosa on Ravelry)
“It seems to fly off the needles! I really liked the cast-on method. Aaand the way the heel is knitted! So easy and good looking.” -Franny (FrannyCrafts on Ravelry)
“The pattern is very clear and easy to follow. I have the book which has lots of clear instructions for the techniques required.” -Julie (Purplepolkadots on Ravelry)
“Very nice and easy pattern. My daughter loves her new socks. <3” -Brenda (Brenneke on Ravelry)
“This is such a fun pattern.” -Morgan (Knitting4Nathan on Ravelry)