Meet the Kestra Socks, the third design in a mini collection of quick, stranded knits celebrating geometric rhythm and playful texture. These beauties feature bold chevron colorwork paired with a speckled contrast‍ ‍sole and twisted rib accents for that extra spark of personality.

Worked from the toe up in cozy DK weight yarn, they’re delightfully squishy, warm, and fast—the perfect weekend project (and instant favorite in your sock drawer). The forethought peasant heel, paired with subtle instep gussets, delivers a smooth, comfortable fit without ever cutting your knitting. And to make sure your socks fit just right, the pattern includes heel fit tips so you can avoid that dreaded too-tight feeling across the instep.

With lots of step-by-step video tutorials, the Kestra Socks are approachable for newer knitters and still satisfying for seasoned ones who love a clever construction. You’ll also love the PDF chart layers—toggle them to match your chosen colors and knit without second guessing which shade is which!

Why you’ll love this pattern:

• Stranded colorwork with crisp geometric chevrons
• Easy enough for your first colorwork project
• Fast-knitting sport/DK weight yarn for instant gratification
• Detailed video support for every step
• Toe-up construction with a comfy, no-cut forethought heel and gussets
• Portable, giftable, and guaranteed to make you smile every time you pull them on

Love the striking chevron colorwork? Complete your set and wear it front and center with the Kestra Hat or Mitts.

What you get:

• Comprehensive PDF pattern with clear written and charted instructions.
• Interactive PDF layers. Customize your charts to reflect your personal color combo.
• Step-by-step video tutorials covering every major technique. Preview the playlist here!
• Heel fit tips for a personalized, comfortable result.
• Helpful notes and guidance for stranded knitting and sock construction.
• Instant download access. Start knitting right away!

Life’s too short for boring socks! Start your Kestra Socks and knit something bold and beautiful.

The Knitty-Gritty

Description
The Kestra socks are the third pattern in a mini collection of quick, stranded knits featuring a geometric chevron pattern and speckled colorwork or twisted rib accents. Worked from the toe up in a DK weight yarn, these socks are delightfully squishy and warm to wear. The forethought, peasant heel—paired with instep gussets—fits the foot nicely and does not call for cutting your knitting!

Sizes
1 (2)

Finished Measurements
7.5 (9)” / 19 (22.5) cm circumference, unstretched

YARN
Approximately 282 (332) yards / 258 (304) meters plied, Sport/DK weight yarn, with some nylon content:

• 141 (166) yards / 129 (152) meters main color
• 143 (168) yards / 131 (154) meters contrasting color

Actual amount needed will depend on foot and cuff length. Yarn estimates provided based on 9.25” (23 cm) foot length and 5.5” (14 cm) cuff length.

Socks pictured used Midknit Cravings Comfort Sport Sport/DK weight; 85% superwash merino wool, 15% nylon in colorways ‘Shiraz’ (main color) and ‘Petal’ (contrasting color).

NEEDLES
32” (80 cm) circular needles for magic loop (or appropriate needles for your preferred method of knitting small circumferences in the round) in the following sizes:

• US 5 (3.75 mm), or needle size necessary to obtain correct gauge for stranded colorwork
• US 3 (3.25 mm), or needle size necessary to obtain correct gauge for stockinette stitch

GAUGE
Stranded Colorwork: 27 sts and 29 rnds = 4” (10 cm), worked in the round using larger needles, after blocking
Stockinette Stitch: 27 sts and 34 rnds = 4” (10 cm), worked in the round using smaller needles, after blocking

NOTIONS

• (1) Locking stitch marker for beginning of round

• Waste yarn (same weight as working yarn; in a third, high‑contrasting color; and smooth), for heel placement

• (2) 10” (25 cm) strands of fingering weight yarn (different color from working yarns and waste yarn), for lifelines

• Tapestry needle