Step into comfort and creativity with the Toe-Up Crochet Socks, a versatile design brought to you by The Crochet Crowd. This practical yet stylish project is perfect for confident beginners and seasoned crocheters alike, offering a customizable fit as you work seamlessly from the toe upward.
With a ribbed cuff for stretch and stability, these socks aren’t just fun to make—they’re built for everyday wear. Designed with Patons® Kroy Socks yarn, the pattern delivers soft, durable, and wearable results for the whole family, from toddlers to adults.
Whether you’re cozying up at home or layering for chilly weather, these handmade socks are sure to become a go-to favorite in your wardrobe.
Contents
Crochet Pattern: Toe-Up Socks
Yarn:
Patons® Kroy Socks (50 g/1.75 oz; 152 m/166 yds)
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Sizes 2/4 yrs, 6/8 yrs, L5/6, L7/8: 2 balls
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Men’s: 3 balls
Hook:
Size 3.25 mm (U.S. D/3) crochet hook
(or size needed to obtain tension)
Gauge:
22 sc and 24 rows = 4″ [10 cm]
Sizes (Finished Foot Length):
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Child 2/4 yrs: 6″ [15 cm]
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Child 6/8 yrs: 7½” [19 cm]
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Lady’s size 5/6: 9½” [24 cm]
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Lady’s size 7/8: 10½” [26.5 cm]
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Men’s: 11½” [28 cm]
Abbreviations (US Terms)
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Dcfp: Yoh and inserting hook from right to left, draw up a loop under post of next stitch. (Yoh and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice.
Instructions
Note: The instructions are written for the smallest size. If changes are necessary for larger sizes, they will appear in parentheses ( ).
Toe:
Beg at toe, ch 6 (6-9-9-10).
1st rnd: 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each of next 3 (3-6-6-7) ch. 3 sc in last ch. Working into opposite side of chain, 1 sc in each of next 3 (3-6-6-7) ch. 2 sc in last ch. Join with sl st to first sc. (12-12-18-18-20) sc.
2nd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 4 (4-7-7-8) sc. 3 sc in next sc, placing marker on center sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 (5-8-8-9) sc. 3 sc in next sc, placing marker on center sc. Join with sl st to first sc. (16-16-22-22-24) sc.
3rd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. (1 sc in each sc to next marked sc. 3 sc in marked sc) twice. 1 sc in each sc to end of rnd. Join with sl st to first sc. (20-20-26-26-28) sc.
Repeat last rnd 5 (6-7-8-8) times more. (40-44-54-58-60) sc. Place marker at end of last rnd.
Foot:
Next rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc to end of rnd. Join with sl st to first sc.
Repeat until sock measures 3½ (4½-5½-6½-7½)” [9 (11.5-14-16.5-19) cm] from marker. Fasten off.
Heel Opening and Top of Sock:
Fold sock flat and place markers on each side sc. Ends of rnds (joining sc) are at the bottom.
1st rnd: With RS of top facing, rejoin yarn with sl st at side sc. Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp. 1 sc in each of next 19 (21-26-28-29) sc. Ch 18 (20-25-27-28) loosely. Miss next 20 (22-27-29-30) sc. Join with sl st to first sc.
2nd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 19 (21-26-28-29) sc. 1 sc in each of next 18 (20-25-27-28) ch. Join with sl st to first sc. (38-42-52-56-58) sc.
3rd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join.
Repeat last rnd until work from 1st rnd measures 3 (4-5-5-5)” [7.5 (10-12.5-12.5-12.5) cm].
Cuff:
1st rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp. 1 sc in next 6 (7-8-9-10) sc. *sc2tog, 1 sc in each of next 7 (8-9-10-10) sc; rep from * to last 4 (4-10-10-11) sc. sc2tog. 1 sc in each to end. (34-38-48-52-54) sc. Join.
2nd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp. *Ch 1, skip 1 sc, 1 sc in next; rep from * to end. Ch 1, skip last sc. Join.
3rd rnd: Ch 2. 1 hdc in same sp. *Working around ch-1, 1 dc in skipped sc from 1 row below. 1 hdc in next sc; rep from * to end. 1 dc in last skipped sc. Join.
4th rnd: Ch 2. 1 hdc in same sp. *1 dcfp around next post st. 1 hdc in next hdc; rep from * to last st. 1 dcfp around last st. Join.
Repeat last rnd until cuff measures 1½ (1½-2-2-2)” [4 (4-5-5-5) cm]. Fasten off.
Heel:
1st rnd: With RS of bottom facing, rejoin yarn in 10th (11th-13th-14th-13th) rem loop of chain.
Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp. 1 sc in next 8 (9-12-13-13) ch. 1 sc in next 20 (22-27-29-30) sc. 1 sc in last 9 (10-12-13-14) ch. Join. (38-42-52-56-58) sc.
2nd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in next 6 (7-10-11-11) sc. sc2tog. 1 sc. Place marker. sc2tog. 1 sc in next 14 (16-21-23-24) sc. sc2tog. 1 sc. Place marker. sc2tog. 1 sc in each to end. Join. (34-38-48-52-54) sc.
3rd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each around. Join.
4th rnd: Ch 1. (Sc to 2 before marker, sc2tog, sc in marked st, sc2tog) twice. Sc to end. Join.
Repeat last 2 rnds once more. (26-30-40-44-46) sc.
Next: Repeat 4th rnd 3 (3-5-6-6) more times. (10-14-16-16-18) sc.
Break yarn, leaving a 24″ [61 cm] tail.
Turn sock inside out. Fold flat. Using yarn tail, sew heel closed. Fasten off.
Conclusion
You’ve just completed your own cozy Toe-Up Crochet Socks! Whether made for yourself or as a gift, these socks combine comfort, style, and functionality. With customizable sizing and yarn-friendly construction, they’re a great way to expand your crochet skills into practical wearables. Don’t forget to block lightly for a polished finish.
