A very simple stitch pattern gives these socks an elegant shape with lots of texture, and gives great line to any foot.

You won’t need to feel guilty about knitting these fun and simple socks, however - you’ll zip through them in no time, and they are the perfect sock for the man in your life who might not be that adventurous when it comes to knitwear, or purely for yourself, be you male or female. There’s enough variation in the pattern to keep your interest, but enough repetition to make them ideal for knitting on the go or in front of the television.

The combination of knits and purls also makes the sock really comfy and cosy - squishy, if you like…