Riley & Saunders are a pair of patterns for simple, unisex crochet socks. Riley is written for a traditional sock yarn, 4ply or fingering weight, and creates a fine sock that fits well into shoes. Saunders is written for DK weight yarn for a cosy boot or slipper sock.
Both patterns are very comfortable to wear, the crochet stitch pattern has been carefully selected to give maximum stretch for a sock that hugs your foot. Both patterns are written in seven sizes to fit babies through to adult male - the whole family can have warm feet!
Patterns are written using UK crochet terminology with US conversions given in the abbreviations section. Schematics are provided throughout.
Size
Both patterns are available in a wide range sizes
Vital Statistics
Suggested hook size |
Riley - 2.5mm, 3.0mm and 3.5mm hooks Saunders -4.5mm, 5.0mm, 6.0mm hooks |
Weight of yarn |
Riley - 4-ply weight sock yarn |
Yarn required |
Saunders -DK weight yarn Riley - 1 x 100g ball (400 metres) of 4-ply weight yarn Saunders 1 x 115g skein (230 metres) of DK weight yarn. |
Tension |
Riley - 30 stitches and 24 rows in stitch pattern worked in the round = 4 inche square using 3.5mm hook
Riley - 30 stitches and 24 rows in stitch pattern worked in the round = 4 inche square using 3.5mm hook |
Other items needed |
Stitch markers and waste yarn; darning / yarn needle. |
Yarn Ideas
Any 4-ply sock yarn, but West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4-ply yarn (in Poppy seed) has been used for Riley. Vivacious DK yarn has been used for Saunders.