Nope! Not up here, never enough.
Sock are fun to knit, easy (yes they are!), super portable and just about as varied as the folks who design them.
Here’s a free pattern for you – Shell Lace Socks, from All … Read More ...
Knitting pattern – Gnome Socks
Come one, come all over to SpillyJane’s Ravelry site to get your own pattern for these simply adorable socks!
Looking for more knitted socks designs and patterns to keep you warm this winter? Check out these knitted sock … Read More ...
Giveaway: Toe Up Socks by Wendy D. Johnson
Hang on to your socks, Wendy’s done it again!
Up for grabs I’ve got 2 books from Wendy. Now, they’re not new, they’re a bit used, because, you know, I did have to try them out to make sure they … Read More ...
Kinda Like Socks, But Kinda Not….
The answer to everyone who doesn’t like to turn heels or decrease for toes….don’t!
These Stirrup Socks fit the bill all the way around, and they’re way cute too. From Lion Brand, they are knit out of Amazing, a worsted … Read More ...
Patriotic 4th of July Socks Pattern
Different! But that’s ok, I can live with it. I like the idea of beads in socks, although it’s never been attempted in my “land ‘o knitting” (as far as socks anyway) it’s still a cool concept.
This pattern is … Read More ...
Knitting Pattern Knee High Pretty Socks!
I found this pattern on Knit Purl’s site. While definitely not your weekend knitting project (it’s knit on size 1.5 needles), it most certainly qualifies as a “takes concentration” pattern. I believe knitty.com refers to these as piquant!
Gorgeous pattern … Read More ...
Knitting Socks, Breaking It Down
Canadian Country Woman has an excellent article (complete with pictures!) on making it easy to knit socks. After you’ve gotten that down, there are tips for the advanced sock maker. With these tips, you can take any yarn and make … Read More ...
Simply Socks Yarn
New colors, new patterns, new self striping or self patterning yarns…. Where’s all of this going? Well, if you’ve been following my ramblings, you know that I’m now among the ranks of those proudly known as “avid sock knitters”! And … Read More ...
Giveaway – Socks With Hand Painted Yarns
So is there anyone out there who hasn’t heard of the Sock Summit?? Is there anyone besides me who isn’t going?
Why aren’t I going? I’m a professed addicted sock knitter. Well, for one thing, I’m also a farmer. … Read More ...
Giveaway….Knitting Socks With Handpainted Yarn
Totally cool book! Knitting Socks with Handpainted Yarn by Carol J Sulcoski goes into detail about the differences between hand dyed vs machine dyed yarns, different fibers, and blends. Oooooh, the blends!
And the patterns! Gorgeous patterns, not just for … Read More ...
Flip Flop Socks – Free Knitting Pattern!
I’m not a big fan of flip flops. Why? Because I don’t like stuff between my toes, so I’m not sure that this would be a solution to that little dilemma, however, they are cute!
Here’s the free pattern, enjoy!: … Read More ...
Knitting Pattern – Patriotic Socks Are Just Cool!
These are just gorgeous! Who wouldn’t want a pair?
Very pretty, these might have to be next on my to do list.
From DreamWeaver Yarns, here: http://www.dreamweaveryarns.com/catalog/heartstrings-patriotic-socks-pattern-a80p-p-2909.html
Grab a Pretty 4th Of July Patriotic Shawl Pattern – As the … Read More ...
Free Knitting Pattern: Stitch and Pitch Baseball Socks
Personally, I’ve never done the Stitch ‘n Pitch thing, hockey being more my sport, but I understand it’s very fun! Meredith Davey of Meredith Knitting won the 2007 TNNA design competition for her Baseball Socks.
Go here for the free … Read More ...
Giveaway! Another “Socks” Book!
I managed to secure another copy of the very awesome Knitting Socks With Handpainted Yarn book, by Carol Sulcoski, so it’s going out the door.
Hmmm, what criteria to use…. how about….. if you’re willing to link to this … Read More ...
Ideas! Sock Yarn – More Than Just Socks!
So I have all of this sock yarn. Yes, I knit socks, mostly because I need smaller portable items to keep with me, but also because I love the variety of fibers and designs that this wonderful industry has produced. … Read More ...