Stone Knits Books

Whimsical Colorwork Socks: 25 New Knitting Patterns for Cheerful, Eccentric Footwear

Pre-order now! Published in US and Canada November 24, 2026.
Out in Europe and the rest of the world in December 2026.

Prepare to be charmed by the sweetest collection of colorwork socks you ever did see! These adorable sock patterns from bestselling author and designer Charlotte Stone are easy to create and full of whimsy. Each project makes something fun to freshen up your sock drawer or to gift to family and friends.

This book can be pre-ordered at most local book stores, do have a look wherever you are. Here are some direct links too.

Barnes and Noble

Blackwells (perfect if you are in Europe! Free shipping)

Bookshop

Amazon

Amazon CA

Chapters

25 patterns included are:

Wild and Wooly Creatures
Fuzzy Hedgehogs
Foxy Feet
You’re a Hoot
Stripey Rascals 
Catching Butterflies

Petals and Purls 
Cottage Garden
Enchanted Bluebells
Hysteria for Wisteria
Scarlet Blooms
Snowdrops Serenade

Tiny Toes – Baby and Toddler socks
Strawberry Delight
Tiny Tannenbaum 
Boo Booties
Roarsome T-rex
Fluffy Lambs

Merriment Making
80’s Romance
Hop to It 
Pie Love You
Witching Hour
Merry Berry

Magical Wonders
Walking on Sunshine
Magic Night Sky
Foraging in the Forest
Mystic Mermaids
Close Knit Encounters

Browse my other published knitting books, each featuring 25 colorful sock patterns, detailed instructions and a guide on knitting colorwork socks. While the books are available on in most good book stores, many of the individual patterns can be purchased separately here in my shop.

Charming Colorwork Socks: 25 Delightful Knitting Patterns for Colorful, Comfy Footwear 


Get ready to cast on the colorwork socks of your dreams! Prolific knitwear designer and colorwork aficionado Charlotte Stone has created a sensational variety of patterns in her signature colorful style, so you can flaunt your personality and keep your feet cozy at the same time. Whether or not you’re experienced in knitting socks or stranded colorwork, you’re in good hands with Charlotte’s best tips, tricks and techniques at the ready. Easy enough to whip up in a day or two, these socks are perfect to make for yourself or gift to your loved ones―if you can bear to part with them!

25 patterns included are:

Crafty Animals
Autumn Mice
Dog Walk
Counting Sheep
Flutterby Butterfly
Swan Lake

Flower Power
Blooming Lavender
Forget-Me-Knot
Happy Poppy
Raindrops on Roses
Tiptoe Through the Tulips

Food Glorious Food
Cherries on the Top
Coffee Break
Gelato
Spicy
Vitamin C

The Great Outdoors
Flower Garden 
Forest Walk 
Grape Picking 
Midnight in Zermatt 
Starry Night 

Celebrate Good Times
Christmas Eve skies
Eggs for Easter 
I heart socks
Im Batty for Halloween 
The Holly and the Ivy 

Joyful Colorwork Socks: 25 New Knitting Patterns for Fun & Whimsical Footwear Featuring Pets, Games, Food, Hobbies & More


The ultimate book of happy handknit socks, complete with unique themes and stitches from the bestselling author of Charming Colorwork Socks and the designer behind @stoneknits. Wear your passions loud and proud with these colorwork socks that are as fun to make as they are to wear! Colorwork sock maven Charlotte Stone is back with quirky patterns that knitters will love to bring to life, from beloved pets to favorite foods to hobbies galore. 

25 patterns included are:

Life is Better with Pets
Who Let the Dogs Out?
Purrfect
Kiss a Frog
Fintastic Fish
Polly Wants a Cracker

In the Garden
Flower Garden
Don´t Bug Me
Apple Picking
Whoops a Daisy
Crunching Carrots

Time for a House Party
Happy Hour
Birthday Cake
Pizza Night
Fancy a Cuppa?
Melondrama

It's Not Just a Hobby
Fashion is My Passion
Checkmate
Retro Gamer
Home is Where You Park It
Read it in the Cards  

Home for the Holidays
Shamrock Bouquet
Groove is in the Heart
Bonfire Night
Spooktacular
Gnome Place Like Home