Heel Turn Calculator

Enter your heel flap stitch count and get complete, row-by-row heel turn instructions with exact stitch counts.

How to Use

  1. Heel flap stitch count: This is typically half your total sock stitch count (e.g., for 64-stitch socks, enter 32).
  2. Total sock stitch count: The full round stitch count of your sock.
  3. Click Generate Instructions to get your complete heel-turn recipe.

Tips

  • The heel flap must be an even number of stitches for a standard turn.
  • Pick up one stitch for every slipped stitch along each edge of the heel flap.
  • Work the gusset decreases every other round until you return to your original stitch count.
  • German short-row heels create no gap and are great for narrow heels.

About this Heel Turn Calculator

Use this free Heel Turn Calculator to get quick, accurate results directly in your browser. It is designed for everyday use with no signup, no downloads, and no account required. No signup is required, and the tool works on phones, tablets, and desktop browsers.