Some of these patterns are way beyond my skills or patience, but i like to have something to work towards. This work features patterns and colorways in selfstriping yarns that help knitters to make socks. Its something that ive come up with over years of making socks. Quilting books patterns and notions quilt patterns for all. Sep 15, 2004 if you have never knitted socks before, this knitting bagsized book 6x 9 will tell you everything you need to know about knitting classic cuffdown socks. Second sock syndrome what it is and how to fight it sheep. See more ideas about knitting socks, socks, knitting.
These socks are designed with the firsttime sock knitter in mind. Dec 04, 2008 knitting socks with handpainted yarn is designed to provide sock knitters with technical guidance so these wonderful yarns can be used to their best advantage, explaining the differences between various kinds of hand painted yarn and showing how to avoid undesirable effects. Traveling sock knitter a blog and video podcast about. Take this basic sock knitting pattern, for instance. A new and inventive technique with just two needles. Mittens and socks patterns machine knitting patterns. Mar 20, 2017 sock knitting free knitting patterns dont have to be complicated. Feel free to modify it, change it, and make it your own. Socks by the numbers this is a recipe for the most basic of basic knit socks. In the front there is a step by step section on the howto of sock knitting. Sophisticated, flattering designs specifically created for plus size women, not just upsized. Three methods made easy will teach you how you can make your own basic socks using doublepointed needles, 2 circular needles or 1 long, circular needle.
With stepbystep instructions and photo illustrations for all 3 methods, youll be knitting socks for men, women and kids in no time. I have been knitting for a long time but i am a slow knitter so am definitely not as skillful as i should be. Knitted from foot to cuff short rowed heels and toes optional ribbing for the leg seams on inside of the foot kitchener join remember you can use any machine, any yarn, at any gauge. From the simple to the adventurous level, there are plenty to choose from. Knot just knitting prudence mapstone freeform fibre art. It became an easy, enjoyable project that allowed me to see and love every color. Knitting your own socks is by far one of the most rewarding pursuits for crafts lovers, so get searching and make a start on your new project today. Create bed socks, boot socks, snuggly aroundthehouse socks and statement socks with any one of the sock knitting patterns. Instructions are included for three popular sock knitting methods. I have been knitting for over a decade and coauthored anticraft.
Royal yarns 2022152300 presents adriafil f193 knit col yarn pattern baby socks. This little book contains seven knit and crochet projects using deborah norvilles serenity sock yarn. I just finished dying up a small batch of speckled sock yarn on my new favorite superwash sock base. The kinks in the yarn were much more pronounced because of the small stitches in the socks, but they washed out. Feb 05, 2016 here is something you might be interested in if you have not already seen them.
The possibilities for creative variations are endless, and each pattern. But as she searches throughout her sock drawer, she cannot find a suitable replacement. You can learn how to knit for yourself, baby, or home. This simple sock knitting pattern is perfect for firsttime sock knitters because theres no heel to turn and no shaping until the simple decreases for the toe. Sock knitting can seem daunting, but it doesnt have to be. The support around the heel comes from the ribbed pattern that creates elasticity, hugging the contours of your foot.
Deborah kemball these beautiful socks were just made at ravelry. Ive invited anne merrow here today to talk about the new issue of sockupied. Put those clunky doublepointed needles down and learn to knit fabulous socks on your straight needles. Sock knitting patterns knit your own socks deramores. This book is a must have for any knitters reference library. That said, the projects are still within the reach of all but the newest of beginners.
But first, some background on me and full disclosure time. I like them for different reasons and have put them in alphabetical order by author. Whether you knit them toeup or topdown, getting just the right fit on hand knit socks can be a major challenge. Mar 02, 2015 there once was a skein of yarn that just seemed to scream not socks. The rye sock pattern is designed for worsted or aran weight yarn, so that the knitting proceeds quickly.
Jul 10, 2015 having gotten my hands on kate atherleys newest knitting book, custom socks, im happy to report back for anyone who is on the fence about buying a copy. Jul 31, 20 azurea socks by lorilee beltman to get more leg stitches to work with, lorilee beltman knits a longerthannormal flap before completing the heel turn. One of my favorite thing about knitting socks is sock yarn. Note that these books are not in order of preference. The only weird thing about knitting from the sock blanks is the kinkiness. Oct 03, 20 if you have been knitting along with the simple collection as each design was released, there are very few things that are completely new in socks so this will be a breeze. Sharing her groundbreaking technique for straightknit socks, alice curtis provides stepbystep instructions for 20 original patterns that feature a variety of yarns and an array of motifs ranging from cables to argyle. Ive noticed that if the pattern is just intricate enough to be a bit of an. Getting started knitting socks getting started series. Not just socks not just socks for kids good basic sock patterns as well as a wonderful collection of everyday accesories using selfstriping yarn. The book presents nineteen patterns including seven brand new designs such as pointelle, a pattern which features diagonal lace lines over an arrowhead lace background, and wedge, an ingenious use of garter stitch short rows and stockinette bands that will have you marveling at its simplicity.
Not socks gifts is more than a new zealand nz online gift shop. Aug 06, 2007 getting started knitting socks getting started series hardcover august 6, 2007. The largest online book store exclusively for machine. Great for all loom knitters from beginners to advanced, kids and adults. Socks have come a long way from their origins in the 8 th century bc as animal skin tied around the ankle. Save books for the theory based portion of knitting things like stitch dictionaries, guide to making different sock heels, shawl construction, sweater sizing. Not just socks not just socks for kids at jimmy beans wool. Knitting ebooks warm your heart as well as your soles with these soft and cozy designer socks. While not just socks used mostly basic stitches, the patterns in this book take advantage of more complex techniques and unusual construction methods to exploit the colour changes in selfstriping yarns. This pattern includes design images, sizing, yarn requirements, knitting needles, crochet hooks and other tools necessary to make this garment. Once you master the basics, you will be able to create more complex designs with confidence. Moda vera not just socks yarn 100 g spotlight australia. Theres so many fun colors, and i am more likely to make a bold fashion statement with my socks than my pants.
Every time i pulled it out of the stash to use it for the next project it just seemed like it shouldnt be socks. We carry everything from musthave reference books to knitting instruction and pattern books. Product description leisure artsdeborah norville not just socks. Theres a bounty of marvelous new sock knitting books publishing this season, most targeting experienced sock knitters interested in exploring new stitch and construction techniques.
I just designed a pair of socks for my beginning sock knitting class and have made the pattern a free download. The ultimate guide to knit socks that your family loves. With just a little bit of tweaking you can use my recipe to make any socks. This enables you to pick up more stitches at the gusset, ensuring that you have enough room in the leg. Knit me in the weekend chunky knit jumper knitted chevron.
I actually got her 2nd book first which i loved but i do not think i will knit anything out of this book. You can adjust the size by changing the needles or addingsubtracting stitches. A basic tube sock knit in the round with fingering weight sock yarn. Cookie a chronicles her love affair with sock knitting in knit. You can learn beginning, intermediate or advanced techniques or just knit something you. Sock patterns make a great knitting or crochet project and we have a huge selection to choose from. This tutorial uses the stitch counts from that pattern. I use it as a basis for making socks of every size, color and shape. If youve always wanted to try sock knitting, this easy pattern is a great one to start with. This super fine 1 sock weight yarn combines superwash merino wool bamboo and nylon for warmth and drape and is perfect for wraps throws and baby garments. Im not seeing nearly as much of it here because im using size 5 needles.
Not just socks not just socks for kids are available now at jimmy beans wool with free u. Im thinking of doing a scarf in it with the yarn i got in seattle. Surprisingly quick and fun to make in berella country garden sportweight wool, designs range from classic to fanciful in womens anklet and cuffed sock styles a dozen in all. Its also not always easy to find such patterns in the first place. The stitch pattern pulls in so these socks stay up. Whats not to like about making a complicatedlooking project using only basic knitting. Learn how to create your own freeform piece with prudences books and tutorials. If youre a fan of socks and of learning more about how to put together socks successfully, this one is a mustread.
Essential techniques and patterns from wendy knits by wendy d. See more ideas about knitting socks, knitting patterns and knitting. Now a popular fashion item, available in an unlimited array of colors, styles and sizes, you can choose from. Here, she describes the qualities that make yarn suitable for sock knitting, explores the different types of fibers that can be used in sock yarn, and analyzes stitches and stitch patterns commonly used in sock knitting. Fingering 50% wool, 25% rayon from bamboo, 25% nylon. I havent tried this because im not a huge fan of toe up socks but i thought it would be. Shes now completely hooked on sock knitting, and she cannot think of a better gift to give someone or yourself then a beautiful and cozy pair of hand knit socks. Knitting the second sock often amounts to knitting the same thing twice in a row. While i loved cat borhdis socks soar on two circular needles, which helped to start me off, sensational knitted socks truly pushed me into making my own socks, and my own designs of socks. Offering charts and plans for making infant through adultsized projects, this unique book provides knitters with a complete resource of more than 350 patterns for caps, tams, scarves, vests, sweaters, mittens, gloves, and socks that are written for multiple gauges to accommodate all weights of yarn from bulky to fingering. Sock knitting patterns huge selection at laughing hens. A local gal to sonoma county, ca, sandi rosner, has written several books on knitting with sock yarn.
Quilting books, patterns and notions has over 30,000 of the newest and best quilting products. Not just socks, not just more socks, not just socks for kids. The socks appear cabled but its just an increase and decrease combination. Nz online gift shop unique gift ideas not socks gifts nz. Mittens and socks patterns machine knitting knit it now. The socks, socks, socks book has a wide range of patterns.
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