These socks use slipped stitches and simple cables to create the effect of one colour flowing over the other as the two colours are alternated every row in jogless helix-style stripes. Elongating the stitches to be slipped helps keep the socks stretchy and comfortable. Both socks are worked identically; fraternal socks are made simply by swapping Colour A and Colour B.

Worked toe-up or cuff-down (instructions are provided for both directions of knitting), these socks are adjustable in length and height. They feature a rounded short-row heel and a twisted-rib cuff. Corresponding written instructions are provided for the chart.

This pattern requires the knitter to be able to knit a small circumference in the round (the pattern is method-neutral to suit your preferred technique for socks — double-pointed needles, magic loop/one circular needle, two circular needles, short circular needle, etc. — and the socks can be worked two-at-a-time) and clearly explains all techniques for increases, decreases, yarn over short rows, cables, and elongated stitches. Within the pattern you will find links to useful video tutorials as well, so the pattern is accessible to an intermediate sock knitter.

This pattern was featured in the 2024 Supersock World Championship competition. Find more sock competition patterns here!