A free sock knitting pattern for self striping yarn featuring a soft, wool-free yarn that’s durable, affordable, and perfect for everyday socks.
These socks for self striping yarn are a free knitting pattern designed to highlight a soft, wool-free yarn that is both durable and easy to work with. The pattern is knit top down with a heel flap and includes child and adult sizes. A subtle mini chevron texture adds interest without distracting from the yarn’s color changes. This pattern is ideal for knitters looking for a smooth knitting experience, especially those who prefer non-wool yarns or want a long-lasting pair of socks for regular wear.
What makes this yarn worth knitting with?
I don’t always fall in love with yarn right away… but this I did.
Premier Yarns Farmstand (affiliate link) is one of those yarns that checks a lot of boxes at once, and I didn’t fully realize how much I liked it until I was halfway through the first sock.
First, it’s incredibly soft. Not just “nice for a sock yarn” soft, but genuinely pleasant to knit with for long stretches of time.
Second, it’s wool-free, which is a big deal. Whether you’re knitting for someone with wool allergies or just prefer plant-based or synthetic fibers, this gives you a really solid sock option without sacrificing feel or durability.
And third, it just… behaves well.
No splitting. No fighting the yarn. Just smooth knitting.
What are the colors like in this yarn?
This yarn comes in 7 fun colorways, all inspired by vegetables, which honestly makes it feel a little extra fun to knit.
The pair shown here is knit in Cucumber, which has layered greens that stripe naturally as you knit.
It’s one of those colorways that keeps you going because you want to see what the next stripe looks like.
And because the colors shift cleanly, it works perfectly for socks for self striping yarn where you want the yarn to be the main feature.
How does this yarn hold up for socks?
This is where I was most impressed.
This yarn wears like iron. Which is exactly what you want for socks that are actually going to be worn, washed, and worn again.
That means:
- fewer thin spots
- less pilling
- less mending later
If you’ve ever made a beautiful pair of socks only to have them wear out too quickly, you’ll understand why this matters.
Durability isn’t always the most exciting feature… but it’s the one that makes you reach for the same pair over and over again.
How does it feel on the needles?
This yarn is very smooth.
On metal needles, it glides easily, which I personally loved. It made the knitting feel fast and fluid, and I was able to move through the socks for my daughter quicker than I expected.
That said, if you’re newer to knitting, you might find it a little slick.
If that’s the case, switching to bamboo or wood needles can give you a bit more grip and control.
So it really depends on your knitting style:
- Want speed? Metal needles
- Want control? Bamboo needles
Either way, the yarn itself stays consistent and easy to work with.
Why did I design these socks for Premier Yarns Farmstand?
About halfway through knitting with this yarn, I realized it needed more than plain stockinette.
The stripes are fun on their own, but I wanted just a little extra texture to give the fabric some movement.
That’s where the mini chevron pattern came in.
It uses simple increases and decreases to create a subtle zigzag effect that:
- adds visual interest
- doesn’t overpower the stripes
- keeps the knitting engaging
So yes… this started as a yarn test, and turned into a full pattern.
If you enjoy patterns that let the yarn shine but still give you something to do with your hands, this one hits that balance nicely.
You can also find more designs like this on my sock knitting pattern page, where I keep all of my sock patterns together.
What is the pattern overview?
These socks for self striping yarn are designed to be simple, wearable, and just interesting enough to keep you knitting.
Finished Item:
Textured chevron socks
Skill Level:
Confident beginner to intermediate
Construction Style:
Top down with heel flap and gusset
The structure is classic, which makes it easy to adjust for fit, and the stitch pattern is simple enough to memorize after a few repeats.
What materials do you need?
Here’s what I used for my pair:
- Premier Yarns Farmstand sock yarn (affiliate link)
- 2.25 mm knitting needles (affiliate link)
- Stitch markers
- Tapestry needle
- Measuring tape
All of these are used throughout the project, and if you need help with any part of the process, my knitting tutorial page walks through the techniques step by step.
How do these socks fit and size?
These socks are written in:
- child
- adult
They’re designed with no ease so they fit comfortably.
Because they’re knit top down, it’s easy to adjust the length of the foot as you go.
What techniques are used in this pattern?
The pattern includes:
- knitting in the round
- k2tog and ssk decreases
- m1r and m1l increases
- heel flap and gusset
If you’ve knit socks before, this will feel very familiar. And if you’re newer, the repetition makes it easier to learn as you go.
When is this a good project to knit?
These socks are one of those projects that just fit into real life.
They’re great for:
- evening knitting
- travel projects
- quick gifts
- using up new yarn you’re excited about
And because the yarn is so durable, they’re actually meant to be worn often, not just saved for special occasions.
What questions do knitters usually have about this yarn and pattern?
Yes, since it’s wool-free, it’s a great option for people who can’t wear wool.
It can feel slick on metal needles, but switching to bamboo helps if that’s an issue.
No, the chevron is subtle enough that the stripes still stand out.
Yes, this yarn holds up extremely well, which makes it ideal for everyday socks.
Harvest Socks Free Pattern
Materials:
Yarn: (1, 2) skeins of Premier Yarns Farmstand yarn (affiliate link) 235yd/50g
Needles: US #1 / 2.25mm DPNs (or circular for magic loop)
Notions: stitch markers, needle
Gauge: 8sts x 11rows per inch
sizing:
child, adult
Finished measurements (unstretched):
Foot Length (adjustable): 7.25, 10ins or 18, 25cms
The model size is a child who wears US size 10.
Abbreviations can be found on the last page.
HARVEST STITCH PATTERN
Round 1 – [P1, M1L, K2, K2TOG, K2, P1]
Round 2 – [P1, K6, P1] around
Round 3 – [P1, K2, SSK, K2, M1R, P1]
Round 4 – repeat round 2
Cuff
Cast on (48, 64) sts, join for working in the round.
Separate stitches on your dpn as follows:
1st needle (12, 16) sts
2nd needle (12, 16) sts
3rd needle (24, 32) sts
If you are working on smaller circular or magic loop place a marker at (24, 32) sts to mark front and back.
Work in 1×1 rib (k1p1 around) for (8, 12) rounds
Work in charted stitch pattern until piece measures (4, 6) ins or (10, 15) cms from cast on (or desired length)
Heel Flap
Next round: work needles 1 and 2 in pattern. These worked stitches will now be placed on hold (you will NOT be using them for the heel).
The remaining (24, 32) sts will be your heel worked as below:
Row 1 (RS): (sl1, k1) to end, turn work.
Row 2 (WS): sl1, purl to end, turn work.
Work rows 1-2 a total of (11, 15) times.
This is a total of (22, 30) rows.
Heel Turn
Row 1 (RS): sl1, k(14, 18), ssk, k1, turn work.
Row 2 (WS): sl1, p(7, 7), p2tog, p1, turn work.
Row 3: sl1, knit to 1 st before the gap, ssk, k1, turn work.
Row 4: sl1, purl to 1 st before the gap, p2tog, p1, turn work.
Repeat rows 3-4 until all stitches have been worked:
(16, 20) sts remain.
Knit across these heel stitches slipping the first st.
Gusset
Pick up and knit (12, 16) sts along the edge of heel flap, PM,
Knit across (24, 32) PM,
Pick up and knit (12, 16) sts along heel flap,
K(8, 10) sts, mark the new BOR (located at the bottom of the foot).
[(64, 86) sts]
Round 1: knit to marker, sm, work in pattern to marker, sm, knit to bor
Round 2: knit to 3 sts before marker, k2tog, k1, sm, work in pattern to next marker, sm, k1, ssk, knit to end [2 sts dec]
Work rounds 1-2 a total of (8, 10) times.
[(48, 64) sts]
Foot
Continue working in the round in established pattern until the piece measures (6, 8) ins or (15, 20) cms from back of heel, or (1.5, 2) ins or (4, 5) cms short of desired foot length.
Toe
Round 1: k1, ssk, knit to 3 sts before marker, k2tog, k2, ssk, knit to 3 sts before end of round, k2tog, k1 [4 sts dec]
Round 2: knit
Work rounds 1-2 a total of (7, 10) times. until (20, 24) sts remain.
For a left-handed tutorial of these decreases visit my youtube here
Cut yarn leaving a 12” tail, then graft toe using Kitchener stitch.
Weave in all ends
Kitchener stitch:
Place half the stitches on one needle, half the stitches on the other needle, (top and bottom NOT side to side)
Cut yarn (leaving a long yarn tail) and thread through a blunt needle.
Set-up steps: Insert needle purlwise (back to front) through the first st on front needle, leaving the st on the needle. Then insert needle knitwise (front to back) through the first st on the back needle, leaving the st on the needle.
Step 1: Insert needle knitwise through first st on front needle, then slip this st off the needle.
Step 2: Insert needle purlwise through the second st on front needle, leaving the st on the needle.
Step 3: Insert needle purlwise through first st on back needle, then drop this stitch off the needle.
Step 4: Insert needle knitwise through second st on back needle, leaving the st on the needle.
From this point to the end, repeat steps 1-4.
Kitchener stitch can be intimidating, but you get into a rhythm:
Front needle: knitwise drop off, purlwise leave on,
Back needle: purlwise drop off, knitwise leave on,
Repeat!
At the end of the row, there is only 1 stitch left on each needle.
Work steps 1 and 3 once more.
For a left-handed video tutorial of this visit my youtube here
Abbreviations
bor – beginning of round
k – knit
k2tog -knit 2 stitches together
m1l – pick up from front to back the strand between the 2sts on your needles, knit through back loop
m1r – pick up from back to front the strand between the 2sts on your needles, knit through the front loop
P – purl
pm – place marker
sm – slip maker
ssk – slip next st knitwise, slip next st knitwise, place stitches back onto left needle, knit both slipped sts together
st – stich
sts – stitches
Harvest Socks PDF Download
Want to try this pattern?
If you decide to knit these socks for self striping yarn, I’d love to hear what you think.
Leave a comment and tell me:
- which colorway you chose
- who you’re knitting for
- or if you’re team bamboo or metal needles
It’s always fun to see how different yarn choices turn out.
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