The Soft Steps socks are today’s surprise in the Mairlynd Advent Calendar — and I’m so happy to share it with you. Enjoy 25% off the pattern with code ADVENT, and 10% off the matching yarn kit with code ADVENTKIT. A little winter magic, ready for your needles.

The Soft Steps socks have a free Row Map included, which makes knitting more accessible for chemo therapy patients and others who struggle with their concentration. Find out more about Row Maps here.

This pattern gently walks you through knitting socks on double-pointed needles.

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There’s nothing quite like slipping into a pair of soft, hand-knit socks – especially when they’re as cozy as Soft Steps.

The two-tone design with its delicate fair isle pattern on the cuff adds a playful yet timeless touch. It’s simple enough for beginners, but still engaging to knit.

Worked in Rosy Green Wool Cheeky Merino Joy, a 100% organic merino yarn, Soft Steps feel wonderfully soft and luxurious – perfect for curling up on the sofa, putting your feet up, and enjoying a quiet moment.

Sizes
(1, 2) (3, 4): (7, 8) (9, 10)“ / (17.75, 20.25) (22.75, 25.25) cm
circumference just before the toes

Yardage
Rosy Green Wool Cheeky Merino Joy
• colorway “Edelweiss (undyed) 65” (color A)
12 g / 42 yds / 38 m used for sample in size 1
14 g / 49 yds / 45 m used for sample in size 2
16 g / 56 yds / 52 m used for sample in size 3
18 g / 63 yds / 58 m used for sample in size 4
• colorway “Melange Sand Stone 256” (color B)
54 g / 189 yds / 173 m used for sample in size 1
60 g / 210 yds / 192 m used for sample in size 2
65 g / 228 yds / 208 m used for sample in size 3
70 g / 245 yds / 224 m used for sample in size 4

Pattern has been tech-edited and test knitted.

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