That's brilliant to hear, I'm so glad you've got a drawer full of "proper" socks now! Once you I'm not quite sure which sock calculator you're using and how you've ended up with 13 sts - can you give me any more details on that? xx. To be honest, using the terms "small", "medium" and "large" can often be confusing with hand-knit socks because the actual size is based on the person's foot - the longer I have been knitting and designing socks the more I try to encourage people to actually measure their feet rather than work to a shoe size. Your pattern and my newfound TAAT skills have made me love knitting socks! :-) xx, Hello Christine, Today I mentioned to my mum I'd love to get into sock knitting (we mainly crochet and I also quilt), she mentioned she'd heard of you over at the attic24 instagram, so I popped over here to take a look. When I look at videos I get bogged down in American ones that I’m unsure are relevant. remember that you will need to pick up more stitches to create the gusset. You will already have taken the yarn through the front stitch so after you have taken the yarn through the back stitch, you can slip both stitches off the DPN. I would love to learn to knit a pair. Hi Vicki, no I don't have to write it down as I can see from the row below whether the stitch is a decrease or not - a decreased stitch has two stitches going into on and a knit stitch is just plain. It gives a nice neat finish to your heel with no gappy holes. They have small feet so I'm sure I won't need too many stitches. in this way, decreasing by two stitches at the gusset on every other row until Add personality to your charity knitting project with these adorable One-Piece Izzy Buddy Dolls instructions for knitting in the round, four sweater options, and bear ears with color work and cables. If there are 30 stitches, row 3 indicates an odd number. Designed by Hana Paimen. Oh well they're still the best bet. xx. xx. Try the Knit Freedom or Very Pink websites as they have free videos that should get you started xx. This will help you to work out where you're up to. These are the best instructions for picking up stitches (and how to calculate the correct number of stitches for the heel turn) I've ever found. adsbygoogle.requestNonPersonalizedAds = 1; by 4, but remember that you will need to make adjustments when you turn the Different pattern ? What have I done wrong?I started off shaping the toes and when I realised the seams were going to be vertical rather than horizontal, I have removed the second marker and frogged back to the first marker. xx, Hi, Christine. xx. Thanks for a great pattern :), Hello! Pictured projects by the designer and KimDM. xx. slip marker, knit to 3 sts before, Round 3:       K2tog, K1, with gratitude <3, I'm so pleased that you found the tutorial useful - and it's great that you've blogged about your socks too, as I don't always get to see first pairs when they're finished :) xx, Hijust called by to say thank you for your wonderful instructions on how to do the Kitchener stitch i have just finished my first pair of socks and am sooo proud of myself lol I will definately be making more. with the next pair ( yarn given as a present is plenty for 3 pairs ) it will be much easier! Thank you! Just wanted to say thank you so much for taking the time to write up all of your wisdom and patterns, and for you generosity in making them freely available! Hope that helps! Maybe I'm not quite understanding _which_ stitches to pick up, or maybe it's because (I think) your numbers don't quite sound right -- 19 sts and 19 sts = 38 sts, which is 8 more than half (assuming a CO of 60 sts), but I have half on the working needle (to make the flap) and half on a stitch holder. It means there’s room for everyone. I am a knitter and love sock yarn but have never understood the mumbo jumbo of the heels etc. My daughter did this one nearly 17 years ago! rounds 2 and 3 until you have 28 stitches left and divide these between two Next paragraph says in your case it would be 8inches (foot measurement x 8) equals 64. Loads more lovely things to see & do! Uses 328 - 383 yards (300 - 350 m) of Fingering weight yarn. Is there a secret ? Now back to the jersey and blanket I was doing. That's a really good question, Bethany! xx PS Isn't it easy on a tiny circular? :-) xx. Love sock yarn but not knitting socks? Round  1:      K Great with multi-colored yarn. Sock yarn isn’t just for socks anymore! However I have a problem. Any hints on this? To start with the next part ('turn heel'), it seems that you only need to work 20 stitches ('Row 1:Sl1, P16, P2tog, P1, turn'). Is there a pattern associated with the calculator that you've used? Perfect for showcasing variegated yarn – especially for that stash sock yarn. a larger or smaller sock, you will need to alter the number of purl stitches in This was such an easy pattern to follow. This pattern is now the basis of the Winwick Mum Sockalong tutorials and you can find detailed instructions with lots of pictures, Now, before we get started, a quick word about needles. adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []; Thank you so much for taking detailed photos of all the little steps - that's what I'm always longing for with an unfamiliar pattern to see if mine looks ok. Thanks again. Pictured projects by designer and SourCherries, Baby sweater knit with a skein of sock yarn. heel measures approximately 2 inches, finishing on row 3 (approx 35 rows) . Knit flat as a rectangle, folded, and seamed. Suggestions - turn heel - specify to repeat rows 3 and 4, state how many stitches there should be at a couple more stages. :) xx. that if you made the heel flap bigger, you will need to pick up more To get the knitting patterns, scroll down the page to the individual pattern you want and click on the link to that pattern. heel. You have explained everything so well, I'll be sharing this site's link, if that's OK with you, with customers at the fabric/wool shop where I work. I'm not entirely sure if this helps you, but I hope so! :), I have some wool but have not knitted socks before. These Sweater Patterns will provide birthday and holiday gifts for years to … toes using Kitchener stitch. Trust me, it works! I must get hold of it. Following your tutorial, I may not be quite so intimidated. Most patterns are free. I followed them to the letter for the first pair of socks I've ever made (and the first time I've used circular needles and DPNs!) Designed by Sarah Solomon for Manos del Uruguay. Designed by Sybil Ra. Thanks!I like to knit my socks 2 at a time (magic loop) to avoid 'second sock syndrome'. They begin with casting on, knitting, and purling, and work up to knitting in the round and more. Or perhaps not! Hi, knitting terms aren't that different in the UK and US (unlike crochet) so you should be OK with American videos (offhand, all I can think of is that they use "bind off" instead of "cast off" but I think the rest is the same). I use both, Then, after a couple of rows of rib, I transfer my stitches to my circular and off I go. Pictured project by Espace Tricot. You can see in this picture the slipped stitches are the row of larger stitches lying flat against the flap. :-), Thank you so much for sharing this sock pattern....inspires me to continue :). I hope that helps! Kindle or Paperback. Hi Christine. Rounds 2 and 3 merge into each other so perhaps it's easier to consider it as Round 2: slip marker, knit to next marker, slip marker, knit to 3 stitches before end of round, k2tog, K1 Round 3: slip marker, knit to next marker, K1, SSK, knit to marker. ready to pick up 19 stitches. You can still work the rest of the heel turn as it is written. Continue in K2, P2 rib for Hello, and welcome to you if you've come to join the Sockalong! This scarf is slightly asymmetrical and will not be a perfect triangle. I knitted my first pair of socks for my beloved Uncle Harry when I was about 16 years old. : I cast on using DPNs then change to my Read In the Loop Knitting's Data Privacy Policy. I finally sorted out all my knitting needles and yarn. Perhaps you can help me get a handle on this. You'll need to take out your original marker from the ribbing when you come to do the heel flap - it will fall off your needle then anyway so there's no need to try to keep it on. heel is knitted in heel stitch which creates a durable, cushioned heel. Any suggestions to that point? Sent when I have time, usually every 2 weeks. will need to change back to DPNs as the number of stitches becomes too small Changes in needle size create the graceful shape. Maybe you could 'point' me in the right direction to buy one like yours, as it looks perfect. All a stitch marker needs to do is show you where your round starts and finishes, and the start and finish of any pattern section you may have so they can be as fancy or plain as you like. Do you have any idea what size feet they are at all? I've got to try knitting socks. coming from teh heel, picking up the stitches...place the marker...and then before i pick up the stitches? I think the best way to tell the difference is to look at the recommended needle sizes - for 4ply here, we would use 2.25-3.25mm, for 6ply 3.25-3.75mm (although I use 3mm for 6ply as it makes a tighter fabric) and 3.75-4.5mm for DK (I would use 3.5mm for socks). It's up to you when Google analytics info Free, online christmas knitting patterns. You are going to create the heel flap from Beginner sock knitting: Sockalong - Week 2 - Heel flap, heel turn and gusset, Beginner sock knitting: Sockalong - Week 1 - Cast on, cuff and leg, Basic 8ply (DK) boot socks - free pattern and tutorial. #2. (This pattern is no longer available; try this similar item)Socks are another special-knit item and since these are low they can be used for either a sock or slipper. I'm imagining 2 rows of rib not connected and then joined in the round only when you start with the circular needles. Oh my goodness, what lovely comments, thank you! To get your toe shaping from where you are, then work from the first marker if you are sure that is in the right place. Sizes 3, 6, 12, 18 months. If you want to make the pattern Designed by ohmay who also sells finished scarves. No, it should work out fine. The whole thought of turning heels and grafting toes can be quite enough to put you off before you even pick up your needles - and I know this because that's how I felt too! You need to measure around the ball of your foot which is the widest part and that will give you the measurement that you need for the calculation. I don't want a ton left over, but I'd really like to not run out. If you look closely, you'll be able to see it on your knitting and then you shouldn't have to write it down in future :) xx. If you would like to use the photographs on my blog, please ask first. Twisted rib cuffs complement the slip stitch design. I'm so pleased that you feel you can tackle socks now - you'll be surprised how easy they are! Asymmetric triangular lace shawl knit with alternating sections of garter stitch and a 10 row lace. xx, I am enjoying you blog so much. you will need to make adjustments when turning the heel if you use extra I'm so glad it all helped! Any stretchy cast on will work fine for socks - as long as you can get the cuff over your foot then the choice is yours! Hello Lucy, thank you for your comment. There's always something you can do with it, it's never wasted! sock, just add or remove stitches in blocks of 4 from the cast on total. Size Newborn to 3 Months. You should already have one marker in place showing where your round starts, and you place the second marker after your decreases and knitting across the toes. Not quite confident enough to figure it out myself (and get a second sock the same!) !Love and hugs, Pat B. Instructions come for three sizes and for a Beanie and a Slouchy version. point whilst decreasing for the toes, if you are using a small circular you :) xx. When picking up the gusset stitches, instead of the 19, would I have to pick up 21? I have a range of needle lengths in my sock knitting kit - they're never wasted! If you are using DPNs for the entire sock, you may prefer to put the spare stitches onto a stitch holder whilst you work the heel. Hope that helps! I've dropped hints about the yarn as well, or perhaps just leaving her clothes behind and bringing home a baby alpaca in her rucksack. I'm currently banned from knitting as my mum refuses to rescue me and my disastrous projects anymore. Already underway here with 12 rows ribbing (k2p2) and 12 rows knit on 4 square needles (US #3)! Your blog and project came up while searching Ravelry for instruction on the heel. just keep following the pattern as set below. xx. I really should learn to knit... the socks look so warm and comfy. I'll be talking about that in the first post on Sunday so don't worry, your socks will turn out perfectly! Does it then stand to reason that the higher the ply, the larger the yarn? Popped over via Attic24. I cast on about 56 for my youngest daughter's socks and they stretch just a bit too much on a 30cm needle. I am a show me person. This knitting pattern does create quite a small hat as they are intended for newborns. 30cm circular needle but DPNs or magic loop will also work, 1 x 100g ball of 4ply sock You can still find it online if you do an internet search. Fingering weight. Your instructions and photos are awesome and I have ordered a short circular - as I have signature needle arts ones and they don't come that small. You'll find some videos on my YouTube channel now too - at the moment, I've only got videos for my new Easy Cable Socks but they cover the basics of casting on, the heel flap and turn, picking up gusset stitches and Kitchener stitch which will still be relevant. Related posts I think you should have 22 sts left after your heel turn. I don't have any plans to create a knee-high pattern at the moment, but will add it to my list of future ideas. Size 0-3 months. During this year, I'm intending to add videos for the Sockalong tutorials so do keep checking my YouTube channel if you get stuck! I am an experienced knitter but was a little out of touch with sock knitting. Uses 1350 - 450 yards (320 - 411 m) of Fingering weight yarn. and it was much easier than I anticipated. One way to check that it's right is to count the number of stitches left after you turn for your set up row, and then count the number of stitches after your first heel turn row and they should be the same. DK yarn is also known as 8ply, and 6ply is (as far as I can tell), mostly used for accessories rather than garments - it's quite easy to get hold of in European brands such as Regia and Opal but you don't always see it around otherwise. Thanks so much. Here are knitting patterns for shawls, hats, mitts, and more using one skein of sock yarn. I've got a YouTube channel now with videos to help - I'm still working on the Sockalong ones but this video from my latest tutorial might show you more easily how to turn the heel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocovtFAY0B0 Hope that helps! This easy cowl is knit flat with an all-over Quilted Cross Stitch and seamed. Thanks for the great pattern and advice. This asymmetrical shawl alternates sections of dropped stitches, eyelet lace, and garter stitch to showcase multi-colored yarn in skewed triangle. Knit in a 4 row repeat on the bias in a simple twisted rib is designed for that one skein of wonderfully hand-dyed and variegated sock yarn. You'll be amazed at how easy your second sock is! Don't worry, the heel and gusset work out just right with the numbers - if you cast on 72 then you'll have 36 for the heel flap and 36 for the top of the foot so you're just right. Great with multi-colored yarn. Oh yes, hi from Ky. The pattern is intuitively correct, easy to follow. Your heel flap should be about 2" long (you can measure it against the foot to check if it needs to be longer) and you pick up one stitch for every two rows. I've finished the heel flap and have a total of 60 stitches on my needles. Written instructions or chart. I think it's so important to have least have a grasp on the basics when you go to somewhere like this - and I'll look out for the new words when she comes home! Grab your knitting needles and some yarn to get started. Thanks! :) xx, Thank you so much for your wonderful, informative tutorial. Hi, I learned of you and your sock tutorial on Attic24 with Lucy. I post links to patterns I like by other designers on other websites. circular needle  –  it’s not possible to cast on using the After I haveknitted a hat I will have a go. Have you found the Sockalong tutorials to help you along as well? Rows 2 onwards are your decrease rows which decrease one stitch on every alternate row, pulling the sides of the flap around to make the V shape. ;-) xx, Hi from New Zealand! Now, it seems incredible to think that I ever thought there was anything difficult about knitting socks, but anything new takes some thinking about and certainly anything new that involves four or five double-pointed needles and 4ply yarn! If I wanted to make a pair of size 11 socks would I have to add another 24 stitches? How to Knit Your First Sock is a photographic step by step tutorial to help with knitting a sock. At this point, change to a the first row of the heel (marked in bold below), increasing by 1 stitch for xx, Hi, I'm so sorry it has taken me so long to reply to you. I don't know if I working with needles that are too small or what. This slouchy, comfy beanie is the perfect project for that one skein of sock yarn that is way too special to put on your feet. Buying toys as gifts for your kids is always exciting because it’s fun to see their faces light up in excitement when they see their new … across heel stitches if required to bring you to the left hand side of the heel Thanks, I'm really glad you've found it useful, thank you! xXx, Is it o.k. This hat is knitted flat from side to side WITHOUT short rows. Another one from NZ - this time the South Island. Don't worry if not and you've already started on a heel flap/gusset heel, you can continue with that - just ignore the 13 for now, work your heel turn as you are doing and then pick up the stitches down the side to make a gusset. We've had ALL the seasonal weather here over the last seven days - sunshine, snow, rain, blustery wind... READ THIS FIRST!! (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), Hope that helps! It knits up very quickly and is a perfect project to get into colorwork. You can find more detailed. Hi Christine. Do you have a baby version anywhere? 4  Repeat 2 and 3 until you get to the last two stitches on the DPNs. I’m very glad that you’ve found a pattern that works for your skill level and I hope that you will enjoy knitting socks for many years to come. Hi, thanks for your lovely pattern, I have been determined to master sock knitting for a while but I am completely stuck :( I just don't understand the turn heel part. They can be linked by searching Google or through Ravelry. Oh, that did make me laugh and thanks for visiting! needle at this point), place marker, then pick up 19 stitches (or more if needles so that front and back of socks match (14 stitches on each needle). These socks are constructed Designed by Vickie Hartog. Basic sock pattern - you can download a PDF copy of the sock pattern here This is the pattern that's being used for the Winwick Mum Sockalong. I am working on my first pair of socks. 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