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There is nothing more important than keeping your feet warm. Knitting a pair of socks is highly satisfying and a super fun project! Let’s explore some of our favourite yarns, patterns and techniques to inspire your next sock project and to keep your toes snug.

We're excited to announce that Urth Yarns have joined the Morris and Sons family! Renowned for their natural hand-dyed yarns, Urth Yarns brings a pop of colour and creativity to every project. Their self-striping sock kits are no exception, providing vibrant, fun colourways that delight both big and little feet.   Why We Love Urth Yarns... Now you can knit and save the planet! Urth...

Throughout October, post your sock creations on Instagram to be entered into a prize draw! Socks are a great project for TV and on the go knitting. With vibrant yarn and simple patterns the possibilities are endless. You can shop sock yarn here or visit our blog here for loads of helpful articles along with patterns for socks. Tag @morrisandsons on your image and use the hashtag #MorrisSocktober...

This sock pattern provides simplified instructions regarding cast-on and a basic boomerang heel and is perfect for your first sock! This pattern uses DPN's to knit in the round, if you prefer to magic loop check out our magic loop sock pattern here. Using larger needles to start with allows for a looser, even, and more comfortable cast-on.To knit either of Regia’s fun coloured...

This sock pattern provides simplified instructions regarding cast-on and a basic boomerang heel and is perfect for your first sock! This pattern uses magic loop  to knit in the round, if you prefer to use DPN's check out our DPN sock pattern here. Using larger needles to start with allows for a looser, even, and more comfortable cast-on.To knit either of Regia’s fun coloured Pairfect or Designline socks please...

In the world of sock knitting there are many different needle options to choose from. We like to recommend an array of sizes as well as types of needles depending on the knitter’s project and personal knitting style. 

Socks can be knit out of almost any yarn from super fine 2ply lace socks through to 10ply cosy bed socks, I’ve even seen 20ply slipper socks. There is however yarn that is specifically designed for socks. This yarn is generally a blend of wool and a man-made fibre such as polyamide or nylon which assists in the wear of the sock especially in the...