Step into warmth, comfort, and color with the Rainbow Patchwork Socks — a beautifully textured, slip-stitch crochet sock pattern designed to fit like a second skin. These cozy socks are worked entirely in back-loop slip stitches, creating a stretchy fabric that molds perfectly to your feet.

Inspired by patchwork stripes and gentle color transitions, this design is perfect for using leftover sock yarn, creating unique color palettes, or crafting a thoughtful handmade gift. Whether worn around the house or inside boots, these socks offer softness, durability, and a stunning handmade finish.

✅ What’s Included

• Complete crochet pattern for Rainbow Patchwork Socks
• Step-by-step written instructions for:
 – Foundation chain & setup
 – Heel (first half and second half)
 – Heel shaping using short rows
 – Sole and instep shaping
 – Final invisible seam
• Sizing guidance for EU 36–38 (US Women’s 6–7.5), plus notes for adjusting to larger or wider sizes
• Fully illustrated shaping explanations + heel diagrams (pp. 10–11)
• Gauge, material list, abbreviations, and construction notes

🧶 Material

• Yarn: 100 g sock yarn (420 m / 100 g), 75% Wool / 25% Polyamide
 Examples: YarnArt Forza, Alize Superwash
• Hook: 4 mm crochet hook
• Contrast yarn for the foundation chain
• Yarn needle / wool needle
• Stitch markers

Gauge:
27 stitches = 10 cm (approx. 4 in)

Stitch Used:
Slip stitch (sl st) in BACK LOOP ONLY (BLO) — used throughout the entire sock.

📝 Note

• This pattern uses US terminology.
• Pattern includes detailed short-row heel shaping beginning on page 3, with clearly illustrated step “stairs” (pp. 3–5).
• The heel is constructed in two phases:
 1️⃣ First Half: decreasing short rows with 2-slip-st join sequences
 2️⃣ Second Half: increasing short rows, restoring original stitch count
• Final rows form the sole and instep using a repeating long-row/short-row structure (pp. 5–7).
• Heel and instep shaping charts on pages 10–11 visually explain row counts, joins, and increases.
• Pattern includes extensive size-adjustment notes for longer or wider feet (p.2).

✨ Imagine this

Imagine sliding your feet into a pair of handmade socks that hug every curve — soft, stretchy, warm, and bursting with color. Whether lounging at home on a chilly evening, gifting them to someone special, or pairing them with your favorite boots, these patchwork socks bring comfort and joy with every step.

A beautiful blend of color play and practical warmth — made entirely by you.

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