Ten Free Crochet Patterns: Easy Crocheted Socks

Knitters have ruled the sock world for a long time. While most sock patterns are still written for knitters, crochet enthusiasts have come up with patterns for crocheted socks that are as comfortable and fitted as hand knits. Try one of these ten free crochet patterns and learn how much fun it can be to go beyond buying socks in a plastic bag at a discount store.

Basic Crocheted Socks made from Lion Brand Wool have a Turkish-style heel. Each sock is crocheted as a flat piece, then seamed up the back. This is a great style for your first pair of socks. Master this, then start trying different stitch patterns or multiple colors.

While many crafters love to make things for men, men are not always receptive to handmade gifts. These Husband Socks may be the exception. Although crocheted, they look like a standard men's sock. The pattern is designed using Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light yarn, so they will be irresistibly soft and warm. Socks are a wonderful opportunity to use luxury fibers, since they require only a skein or two of the expensive yarn.

Try these 1916 Baby Socks as a gift for a special little one. The socks use just basic stitches and are quick becasue they are so tiny.

Try this free downloadable pattern for Colorful Crocheted Socks from Red Heart. The yarn is a self-striping yarn, "Heart and Sole" so you don't need to keep track of a color chart. Just crochet around and around and watch the striped pattern appear as if by magic.

Ultimate Crocheted Socks are done in the round, with the heel worked in sequence as you go up the sock. This pattern is very close to a standard knitted sock—a great choice for knitters who want to try their hand at a crocheted sock.

Pedicure Socks would make a great gift! These socks have open toes and stop shortly after the heel, so they are quick to make. Why not crochet a pair to place in a gift basket with some colorful nail polish and a pair of flip-flops? Make a pair for yourself, too. These could also be used to add warmth in the wintertime: wear them over your socks and under your boots.

Twisting Lace Socks in Kroy FX sock yarn are beautiful and colorful. The yarn makes the stripes effortlessly while you crochet the lovely lace pattern. These instructions are for toe-up socks in women's small, medium and large. Even a relative beginner can follow these clear directions and end up with knock-your-socks-off socks.

Don't leave out the youngest of your family and friends. Make simple Crocheted Baby Socks as a baby shower gift or just because you want to. These small projects are easy to carry around and work on in waiting rooms or the carpool line. Make them extra small and use as Christmas ornaments in red, green, or sparkly yarn. What a great way to use leftover bits of yarn!

Bulky Winter Socks in worsted or Aran yarn are great for outdoor work and play. Make some in a gray and red "monkey sock" pattern or choose a camouflage yarn for hunting socks. Wool makes the warmest sock, but many manufacturers offer wool/acrylic blends that are both affordable and washable.

Clog Socks have a showy stitch pattern that adds interest to socks in a solid color. These socks would also be perfect to wear with Birkenstocks or low boots.

With so many free patterns available for crocheting, there is no reason to let knitters have all the fun socks! Now you can compete, using your trusty crochet hook to create handmade socks that fit perfectly.

Why make socks when they can be purchased so cheaply? Make a pair of socks for yourself and you will know why. Select your fiber, weight and design. Knit or crochet the socks to fit your unique feet. Experience socks that fit and that wear longer than those you buy at the discount store.

Choose cotton or bamboo blend yarns for summer socks and wool or alpaca blends for winter warmth. Save the scraps of yarn and make colorful striped socks for a child.

Making your own socks is simply more fun than buying them in a plastic bag!

I just found another pattern because I wanted to try my hand at fishnets. This pattern for crocheted fishnet stockings looks simple enough. Now to find the right sock yarn....