These original women’s ruffle socks are knitted with needles using bright sock yarn. The ruffle is worked in a contrasting color, which adds a distinctive and decorative touch. The cuff is knitted in stockinette stitch, creating a naturally rolled edge.
The socks are worked in a “quilted rib” pattern, which looks impressive while remaining easy to knit.
The rounded heel is shaped using short rows and is well suited for feet with a low instep. The socks are finished with a simple wedge toe, one of the most commonly used methods in sock knitting.
If desired, or if you run short of the main yarn, the toe can be knitted in a contrasting color matching the ruffle.
Materials, Tools, and Techniques
Sizes
EU 34–35 (UK 2.5–3 / US 4–5).
EU 36–37 (UK 3.5–4.5 / US 5.5–6.5).
EU 38–39 (UK 5–6 / US 7–8).
EU 40–41 (UK 6.5–7.5 / US 8.5–9.5).
Materials and Tools
- Sock yarn Lana Grossa Meilenweit (50 g / 210 m). Composition: 80% wool, 20% polyamide.
- Yarn usage:
- Color 1293 (cobalt blue):
- sizes 34–35 and 36–37 — 1 skein
- sizes 38–39 and 40–41 — 2 skeins
- Color 1301 (light beige) — 1 skein for all sizes
- Color 1293 (cobalt blue):
- Double-pointed needles (DPNs), size 2.5 mm — two pairs
- Stitch markers
- Stitch holder
- Tapestry needle
Stitches and Techniques
- Stockinette stitch
- Ribbing 2 × 2 (k2, p2)
- Quilted rib:
- Rows 1–3: k2, p2
- Row 4: all purl
- K2tog (knit two together, right-leaning decrease)
- SSK (slip, slip, knit — left-leaning decrease)
- Double stitches (German short rows)
Gauge (2.5 mm needles)
28 sts × 40 rows = 10 × 10 cm = 4 × 4 inches.
How to Knit women’s ruffle socks
Ruffle
Using light beige yarn, cast on 154 (154; 165; 165) stitches. Distribute stitches evenly across 4 needles as follows: 33/44/33/44 (33/44/33/44; 33/44/44/44; 33/44/44/44).
Join in the round, being careful not to twist the stitches.
Work the ruffle as follows:
Rows 1–6: k9, p2, repeat from * to end of round 13 (13; 14; 14) times.
Row 7: SSK, k5, k2tog, p2, repeat from * to end.
Row 8: k7, p2, repeat to end.
Row 9: SSK, k3, k2tog, p2, repeat to end.
Row 10: k5, p2, repeat to end.
Row 11: SSK, k1, k2tog, p2, repeat to end.
Row 12: k3, p2, repeat to end.
Row 13: k3, p2tog, repeat to end.
Row 14: k3, p1, repeat to end.
You should now have 56 (56; 60; 60) stitches total.
Redistribute evenly: 14 (14; 15; 15) stitches per needle.
Rolled Cuff
Using cobalt blue yarn, cast on 56 (56; 60; 60) stitches.
Distribute evenly across 4 needles: 14 (14; 15; 15) stitches each.
Knit 12 rounds in stockinette stitch.
Fold the cuff and align it with the ruffle edge. Insert the ruffle through the folded edge.
Join the stitches:
Insert the working needle into one stitch of the folded edge and one stitch of the ruffle, then knit them together. Continue until all stitches are joined.
Leg
Work 4 cm in k2, p2 ribbing.
Then continue in quilted rib pattern for 6 (6; 7; 7) pattern repeticiones de altura.
Rounded Heel
Work the heel over 26 (26; 30; 30) stitches. Place the remaining stitches on a holder.
Arrange stitches so that:
- on the back of the sock, the quilted rib begins and ends with knit stitches;
- on the front, it begins and ends with purl stitches.
Adjust stitches if necessary.
Work 18 rows in stockinette stitch, then begin short rows:
Row 1 (RS): knit all stitches.
Row 2 (WS): make a double stitch from the first stitch, purl the rest.
Row 3 (RS): make a double stitch from the first stitch, knit the rest.
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until you have 3 (4; 4; 5) double stitches on each side. Do not work these stitches further.
Next row: knit across all stitches, including double stitches.
Final WS row: k1, purl the remaining stitches (including double stitches).
Finish in the center of the heel. This forms a smooth, rounded, seam-free heel.
Gusset and Foot women’s ruffle socks
Knit 13 (13; 15; 15) stitches with the first needle.
Using a free needle, pick up 9 stitches along the heel flap edge. Knit these stitches.
Place held stitches onto the second and third needles (15 stitches each) and work in pattern.
Pick up 9 stitches along the other side of the heel.
Knit these stitches and the remaining 13 (13; 15; 15) heel stitches with the fourth needle.
Begin gusset decreases every second round:
- Needle 1: knit to last 3 stitches, k2tog, k1
- Needles 2 and 3: work in pattern
- Needle 4: k1, SSK, knit to end
Continue until 56 (56; 60; 60) stitches remain.
Work straight until foot measures 17 (18; 19; 20) cm.
Ribbon toe on women’s ruffle socks
Knit 2 rounds in stockinette stitch, then begin decreases:
- Needles 1 & 3: k2tog before last stitch
- Needles 2 & 4: SSK after first stitch
Decrease as follows:
- every 4th round — 1 time
- every 3rd round — 2 times
- every 2nd round — 3 times
Then decrease every round until 4 stitches remain.
Break yarn, thread through remaining stitches, and pull tight.
Weave in ends. Knit the second sock the same way.
Block lightly if desired.
Conclusion
This tutorial explains how to knit women’s ruffle socks using bright sock yarn. By following these clear and simple instructions, you can easily create neat and beautiful socks.
This model is perfect both for yourself and as a gift for a friend or loved one. The socks are not only practical and comfortable but also stylish thanks to the decorative ruffle and textured pattern.
Even if you have limited knitting experience, you will be able to complete this project and enjoy the process.
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