Below is a clear, friendly, beginner-friendly guide for how to make simple crochet socks, with enough detail that even first-timers can follow along.

🧶 How to Make Simple Crochet Socks

(Even a beginner can handle it!)

Crochet socks might look tricky, but with basic stitches and a simple construction method, you can make your first pair quickly. This method uses worsted-weight yarn and a top-down approach—the easiest for beginners.

⭐ What You’ll Need

Worsted-weight yarn (medium #4) – approx. 150–200 yd for one pair
5.0 mm (H) crochet hook
Scissors
Yarn needle
Stitch markers (optional but helpful)

🧦 Basic Construction Overview

Cuff – a stretchy rib worked flat and then joined
Leg – worked in the round
Heel flap – a short rectangle
Heel turn – shaping the cup of the heel
Foot – worked in the round again
Toe – decreased and sewn shut

This method is very forgiving and perfect for beginners.

🧶 Stitch Abbreviations (US terms)

ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half–double crochet
dc – double crochet
st(s) – stitch(es)

✨ Step-By-Step Instructions

1. The Cuff

This creates a stretchy band so the sock stays up.

Ch 11.
Row 1: hdc in 2nd ch from hook and across (10 sts).
Row 2: ch 1, turn; hdc in back loop only across.
Repeat Row 2 until cuff fits comfortably around your ankle/lower calf.
- Typical count: 28–34 rows.
Fold into a loop and slip stitch the short edges together.

✔ You’ve made the cuff!
Now you will work stitches around the top edge to start the leg.

2. The Leg

Round 1: Ch 1. Work 38–42 hdc evenly around the cuff edge. Sl st to join.
Rounds 2–? (your desired length): Ch 1, hdc in each st around, sl st to join.

➡️ Three to six inches is standard.

3. Heel Flap (worked in rows)

You will crochet back and forth on half the stitches to form a small rectangle.

Count half your stitches — usually 19–21 sts.
Row 1: hdc in those stitches only, turn.
Row 2: ch 1, hdc across, turn.
Repeat Row 2 until the heel flap is about as tall as it is wide (usually 10–12 rows).

4. Heel Turn (shaping the cup)

This looks scary but is actually simple.

Row 1: hdc in half the heel flap stitches, hdc2tog, turn.
Row 2: ch 1, hdc to 1 st before gap, hdc2tog over gap, turn.
Repeat Row 2 until all gaps are closed and a curved “heel cup” forms.

✔ The heel is done! 🎉

5. The Foot

Now you will work around the entire opening again.

Round 1: Work hdc evenly around the heel flap edges and across the instep. Join.
Rounds 2–? : hdc around until the foot measures 1.5–2 inches shorter than the desired finished length.

6. The Toe

You’ll decrease every other round.

Decrease round:

hdc in 6 sts, hdc2tog — repeat around.

Next round:

hdc in each st (no decreases).

Alternate these two rounds:

Continue until you have 10–12 sts left.

Cut yarn, leaving a long tail, and use the yarn needle to weave through remaining stitches and pull tight (just like closing a drawstring).

🎉 You Made a Crochet Sock!

Now repeat all steps for the second sock.

💡 Tips for Beginners

Try on the sock as you go. Crochet is forgiving—you can easily adjust length.
Use smooth, light-colored yarn so you can see stitches better.
Mark your rounds with a stitch marker so you don’t lose count.
If your sock feels loose, go down a hook size.
For extra stretch, use front post/back post stitches for the cuff.