There is something special about long woolly socks – they warm you up, stay on well, and provide space for patterns and colours. We picked five different patterns from Kotona Knit Club's selection that will inspire you to pick up your needles.
A toast to woolly socks
Bubble socks will delight you even on the needles! Drawing on the design language of Aarikka's wine glasses, the bubble pattern is knitted from cuff to toe without complex techniques, and the long cuff of the socks stays snug even when moving. These are the socks you pull on when you want to take a breather and relax after a long week.
Kupla-socks are perfect for a relaxed evening at home. Inspired by Aarikka's wine glasses, these socks are knitted top-down.
The pattern for Kupla-socks is published in Rakkaat kuviot & Aarikka magazine, which was inspired by Aarikka's jewelry, textiles, and home decor items.
Pattern details:
Size:
38–39
Materials:
Yarn: Markus Company: 6PLY (75% wool, 25% Polyamide, 125 m / 50 g)
MC: White (Brilliant White 11–4001) 2 balls
CC: Grey (Alloy 16–3915) 2 balls
Needles: 3 mm double-pointed needles
Other materials: Tapestry needle, scissors.
Gauge:
26 sts × 30 rounds = 10 × 10 cm in colorwork knitting in the round
Difficulty:
Difficult
This product is a downloadable PDF pattern, which you can access immediately after purchase. You can download the file from the order confirmation page or via the link sent to your email. Remember to save the file to your desired device so that your pattern is saved! Please note that the right of withdrawal does not apply to downloadable patterns.
Beauty of the wilderness
Saaga socks evoke a northern atmosphere! In addition to the fair isle knit, which imitates Pentik's beloved reindeer pattern, the socks are adorned with beautiful cables. Saaga socks are especially delightful as a gift, as skillfully knitted booties convey care and warm your loved one whenever their toes get cold.
The reindeer wandering on Saaga socks bring to mind the landscapes of Lapland. The socks are knitted from the cuff to the toes.
The pattern for Saaga socks was published in the Rakkaat kuviot & Pentik magazine, where Pentik's home textiles and ceramics served as inspiration.
Pattern information:
Size:
38–39. Finished garment measurements: Cuff circumference at calf 32 cm, foot circumference 21.5 cm.
Materials:
Yarn: Opal 4-ply (75% wool, 25% polyamide, 425 m / 100 g)
MC: Grey 100 g, 1 ball
CC: White 40 g, 1 ball
Needles: 3.0 mm double-pointed needles (2.5 mm for ribbing if desired)
Other materials: Tapestry needle for finishing, cable needle
Gauge:
28 sts × 34 rounds = 10 × 10 cm in stockinette stitch in the round
Difficulty:
Difficult
This product is a downloadable PDF pattern, which you will receive immediately after purchase. You can download the file from the order confirmation page or via the link sent to your email. Remember to save the file to your desired device so that your pattern is saved! Please note that the right of withdrawal does not apply to downloadable patterns.
Unapologetically
The abundance characteristic of Birger Kaipiainen's work adorns the Tässä mä oon (Here I am) socks designed by Mia Sumell. The long-cuffed woolly socks are the perfect canvas for a stunningly beautiful knit! The detailed patterning keeps the knitting project interesting and rewards richly, as the finished pair of socks is like a work of art in itself. The message of the socks is also empowering – here I am.
The "Tässä mä oon" (Here I am) sock pattern was published in the Rakkaat kuviot & Birger Kaipiainen magazine, where the patterns and art ceramics of Birger Kaipiainen served as inspiration.
The socks are knitted cuff-down.
Pattern details:
Size:
39–40
Materials:
Yarn: Opal: 4-ply sock yarn (425 m/100 g) Dark Brown (5192) 75 g White (2620) 55 g
Needles: 2.5 mm–3.0 mm depending on your gauge
Other supplies: Tapestry needle
Gauge:
31 sts and 40 rows / 10 × 10 cm of the chart's cable pattern after blocking
Difficulty:
Difficult
This product is a downloadable PDF pattern, which you will receive immediately after purchase. You can download the file from the order confirmation page or via a link sent to your email. Remember to save the file to your desired device so your pattern remains accessible! Please note that the right of cancellation does not apply to downloadable patterns.
Crowned head
The amusingly stylized Moose pattern is a warm tribute to the king of the forests! Modern moose socks are perfect for both cabin socks and under winter boots in the city. This is the perfect knitting project or gift idea for those who, like the king of the forests, prefer to follow their own path.
The socks feature a striking elk motif. Long floats should be tied down on the wrong side of the work. The socks are knitted from the cuff to the toes.
The pattern for the Elk socks was published in the Rakkaat kuviot & Aarikka magazine, where Aarikka's jewelry, textiles, and home decor items served as inspiration.
Pattern details:
Size:
38–39
Materials:
Yarn: Markus Company: 6PLY (75% wool, 25% Polyamide, 125 m / 50 g)
MC: Brown (Rain Drum 19–0916) 3 balls
CC: Cream (Cannoli Cream 11–4302) 2 balls
Needles: 3 mm double-pointed needles
Other materials: Tapestry needle, scissors.
Gauge:
26 sts × 30 rounds = 10 × 10 cm in colorwork in the round
Difficulty:
Difficult
This product is a downloadable PDF pattern, which you will receive immediately after purchase. You can download the file from the order confirmation page or via a link sent to your email. Remember to save the file to your desired device so your pattern remains saved! Please note that the right of withdrawal does not apply to downloadable patterns.
The might of art
Warmth and comfort are typical themes in knitting patterns, but these Kaipiainen-inspired socks lean boldly towards different moods. The undeniably beautiful Toinen nainen (Another Woman) socks demonstrate how knits, like paintings, music, and photographs, can evoke a variety of emotional reactions.
The pattern for the Toinen nainen socks has been published in Rakkaat kuviot & Birger Kaipiainen magazine, inspired by Birger Kaipiainen's patterns and art ceramics.
The socks are knitted from the cuff to the toes.
Pattern information:
Size:
39–40
Materials:
Yarn: Lankava Sulo (400 m / 100 g, 75 % wool, 25 % polyamide) Kaneli (467) 110 g Lumi (451) 50 g Kesätaivas (457) 15 g
Needles: 2.5 mm double-pointed needles
Other materials: Tapestry needle
Gauge:
31 sts and 40 rows / 10 × 10 cm of charted cable pattern after blocking
Difficulty:
Difficult
This product is a downloadable PDF pattern that you can access immediately after purchase. You can download the file from the order confirmation page or via a link sent to your email. Remember to save the file to your preferred device to keep your pattern safe! Please note that the right of withdrawal does not apply to downloadable patterns.
