The Sock Obsession: Supercool Socks to Knit and Show Off

by Summer Lee

From Summer Lee, sock knitting guru and author of reader-favorite The Sock Project, a new collection of patterns for making socks in every shape and size, all in her signature palette of neon bright colors

From the author of The Sock Project comes a new book that helps knitters build their skills in fresh and exciting ways. This volume presents a variety of sock styles, from boot socks and ankle socks to loafer and cuffed styles, and a universe of techniques. Try your hand at cables, colorwork, ribs, and textured knitting with 25 easy-to-follow patterns, then customize your designs to make dozens of different looks! Chapters offer traditional Scandinavian and European sock designs, mod designs that would make MoMA proud, and socks with whimsical motifs like mushrooms, sheep, and lobsters!

Socks are perennial favorites because they’re addictively quick to make, require far less yarn than scarves or sweaters, and can be easily customized to fit. This patten collection provides a fun way to learn all sorts of techniques, and the instructions are progressive, meaning new knitters can start at the beginning and learn the basics before advancing to harder projects. And experts can turn to the patterns they’re most excited to make and dive right in.

Genres: Nonfiction

192 pages, Paperback

Published January 20, 2026

Reviews

[Lianne (Old Lady Podcast) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Summer Lee is my internet best friend. She has not only taught me how to knit socks, but her videos have given me so much joy. She is a great teacher, and her patterns are so easy to follow.

This book has some great patterns, but the best part is that she shares so much of herself.

[Reading with Cats · Rating 5 out of 5]

So many cute socks!

[Kathleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

you should be knitting socks…

This book is full of fun, anecdotes and fabulous designs. I absolutely cannot wait to get one of these on my needles after I finish a design from her previous book.

[Brenna · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has some delightful patterns that I'm eager to knit. This book isn't as hilarious as her first one, but her commentary before each pattern is enjoyable to read. You get a glimpse into her life as she introduces the inspiration behind the designs.

[Stacy Cohen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very Fun Designs

I love the personal stories! The designs are well presented and enticing. I just wish there were some basic instructions in the back or front of the book illustrating how to do the basic things like the Magic Circle caste on.