How to Knit Socks on Magic Loop - A Tutorial by Crazy Sock Lady

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Learn to knit socks using the Magic Loop method of knitting in the round.

In this tutorial we will walk through each step of knitting socks on Magic Loop including: casting on and setting up, knitting a heel flap and gusset, knitting the toe, and how to close up your toe using the Kitchener Stitch.

This tutorial accompanies a written pattern that can be purchased on Ravelry & Etsy. (Links below) In the tutorial I will be knitting a size medium from this pattern. If the amounts needed for Small or Large are different from the medium I will put the info at the bottom of the screen.

Pattern is written for Small(Medium, Large) – Circumference 8-9”(9-10”, 10-11”)
A Note on Sizes: The sizes listed are based on the foot circumference and not the foot length. I recommend choosing a size that will allow for 1-2 inches of negative ease to get the best fit. You will knit the sock to the length that you need in order to fit.

If you would like to purchase the written pattern to follow along it is available for only $2.00, you can do so here:

Supplies needed: (links are for where the ones I used in the tutorial can be found on Amazon: when available)

Shoe Sizes in Inches:

Below are times that you can use to skip ahead to any portions of the tutorial that you need to:
Cuff/Cast On: 3:10
Splitting for Magic Loop: 5:31
Leg: 18:40
Slip Stitch Heel Flap: 21:49
Heel Turn: 28:26
Gusset: 38:56
Toe: 01:02:59
Kitchener: 01:07:30

[Emmaengelchen]

I'm a crocheter and wanted to start knitting for so long but past attempts failed. I recently mended my grandma's socks and felt I wanna try again. So here I am at 2am, on my second round of my first ever knit project and sock. I feel so close to my grandma. 🧡

[ellymarco]

I’m on my second sock now. This was a terrific tutorial—nothing left unsaid. Take it from an educator—the perfectly executed lesson plan!

[buttermilkbaysoap]

This is the best video. I have to say you can’t stress this tip enough about making sure the working yarn in thrown up and over your work when beginning each row. I don’t knit like you. I hold the yarn in my right hand and if that yarn ever gets inside that infinity loop it gets so messed up! Very important tip which I don’t think is stressed enough🤪😂Another important thing with magic loop is the set up or the framework..to realize the needles ALWAYS point to right and the working yarn always in the back, also you always pull the back yarn to knit the front needle. I know you know this but I hope this comment helps someone else like me. 😘

[nanapapaikenberry]

Well suga, dispite my arthritis and shaky hands, you have gotten me to complete a cuff. Now on to the leg! You are the best teacher❤❤❤

[melissaadams]

I have never knitted socks before, I downloaded the printed pattern and followed along with this tutorial and knitted my first sock easily. Excellent instruction!

[KyleKristinPoage]

I've only been knitting 2 1/2 months and I have been able to knit my very first socks with your video and the written pattern. Thank you, you're an amazing instructor!!

[JacqueD]

I learned to knit socks on this very tutorial. I loved it. I have also loved knitting socks on 9” circulars. Your tutorial are so easy to understand. I am deaf, your enunciation is perfect. I do reduce play speed to 75 so I’m sure I understand you. Using CC causes me not to de the entire picture. I was 79 years young when I learned, I’m 82 years young now. Time to broaden my horizons. 9” needles now and I’m excited. You are an excellent instructor. Thank you with all my heart!!❤

[Wendyrocler]

I just knit my first sock, thanks to your excellent tutorial video. I was a teacher for 40 years so recognize a natural instructor when I see one. I hadn’t picked up knitting needles for a few years. The person who invented this magic loop method is a genius! Thanks so much for giving me the confidence to tackle this new territory in my knitting world. 💞

[jackiekav]

Thanks to your videos I am addicted to making socks. So good for my mental health! Thanks and I look forward to all of your videos!

[knitprincess]

Love how you gave tips and tricks along with the tutorial. It was so detailed and easy to follow. Thank you for doing this.

[susanpfaff]

I took a sock knitting class several years ago and wanted to get back into it. I tried a test pair and the results were less than acceptable. (not quite an epic fail, but pretty bad! Lol!) None of my LYS offered sock classes. I happened upon your channel and purchased your "Vanilla Socks on Magic Loop" pattern. Your tutorial is so very clear and easy to follow, as is the pattern. It was almost like being in a class!! Thank you for guiding me back into sock knitting!!!

[pamgreen]

I've tried magic loop videos before but never mastered the technique. Something with your video clicked with me. I sit and tell myself "turn, pull, push". And it works. Thank you so much.

[jennyallan]

I've been knitting for many years and never made socks, watching your tutorial made it look easy, you took your time and explained it very clearly, a Big Thank You to you 😍.

[daniellel]

I've been knitting sweaters for years but have been terrified of socks because of the heel turn. This is the BEST video I've ever seen, and now I'm confident I'm ready to tackle a pair of socks!

[knittingandinspirationwith]

This was amazing! I made socks for the first time! I loved how you ‘stayed with us’ while knitting!
Thank you
So much!

[annetucker]

This is the BEST TUTORIAL I’ve ever seen for how to knit socks. you explained everything and showed every step so well. Thank you SO much !!

[ninah]

Thank you SO much for making this video. I grew up knitting with my grandparents and recently picked it up again. I am so excited to call my grandma and tell her I've knit my first pair of socks!

[aoiaoi]

HI I am from Japan and I just done to knit my first sock with your this video! Thank you so much ><

[jennyburton]

Wow what a fantastic tutorial. It was so clear and helpful. I’m brand new to knitting and had never done magic loop or used circular needles before and I followed each step and I just finished my first sock! Woo hoo! Thank you for your great video! 😁🧦🎉

[baby_georgie]

I've just finished my first sock, and it was soooo much easier than I thought it would be, thank you so much for your tutorial! all the steps were perfectly explained ✨