This red-white-blue sock is worked in three colors and has optional embroidered 5-point stars on the heel flap. The cuff is worked side-to-side in a simple knit and purl welted ribbing of red and white stripes. The jag and swirl of the striped cuff suggests the U.S. flag proudly waving in the breeze. This pattern is a variation of, and supplement to, Hearstrings Peppermint Sticks 2 Pattern. Skill level is Intermediate.

Knit for size Adult Medium with approximately one 50g ball, 105 yds, of Sport Weight or DK Weight Yarn in each of colors red, white and blue. Suggested needles are 3mm (US 2-3) Double Point Needles and a pair of single point needles in the same size. You will also need smooth scrap yarn for provisional cast-on, a Crochet Hook and a Tapestry Needle.