How are socks made?

Socks have been worn since prehistoric times, protecting our ancestors from cold feet and infections. They were made from animal hair and were often very thick. Nowadays, cotton is mostly used, supplemented by synthetic materials for optimal comfort.

Step 2: From design to sock

Once the design is converted into a pattern file suitable for the sock machine. These machines come in different versions, depending on quality. This includes the number of stitches all around the socks, which varies between 96 and 200 stitches all around. At Sokkies, we always choose to use the maximum number of 200 needles. This ensures the finest comfort and this is how the design comes out best.

The machine is set up and now starts making a kind of cylinder sock. The toes of the socks are now open. This is manually sewn shut with sturdy thread so that it does not rip open. Sokkies always makes a test pair first, which we check for quality at the factory. Once everything is satisfactory, the design is put into mass production.

After quality control, the socks are washed in water, so residual yarn is washed away and the sock will not shrink in the washing machine later. After washing, ironing follows, the socks are pulled around a flat foot shape and ironed. This way, the shape of the socks is ready immediately.

Step 3: Pack and go

After final quality control, the socks are labelled and packaged if required. They are collected and transported to Europe in bulk. Our socks are mostly produced in Asia because of the high quality standard and relatively quick production time.

Once the socks arrive at Sokkies, we check them one more time. A third and final quality check, then they go with the PostNL to you.