So with some sale Zara from my stash in hand, a basic 8ply sock pattern from a Patons book and my KnitPicks Harmony 3.25mm dpns in hand, away J went. And she rocked the socks! Did a couple more rows of rib than was needed, and had a little ladder at the start of the stocking stitch section, but fixed that up (I am so jealous, I still get ladders!!), and had an extra stitch at the end of the kitchener grafting, but all in all, a pretty darn near perfect first sock, which fits beautifully!
I'm so proud! (and what a great stashbuster - teaching someone to knit, or a knitting technique, by using yarn from your stash!)
Monday, April 28, 2008
The Joy of Socks
My friend Miss J stayed with me on the weekend (a long weekend, what's not to love about that - even better when friends are visiting!). One of our plans this weekend was for me to teach Miss J how to knit socks. Fortunately, J already knew how to knit, it was just about the socks. We discussed whether to start on a practice sock (a little one, just to cover all the features quickly) but J decided she wanted to start on adult sized socks, and if they were a bit ordinary, they'd be good house-socks. I figured 8ply/DK would be best, and also quickest, as J was determined to finish a sock while she was staying with me.
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I've been knitting forever, but I only learned to knit socks about five years ago. I remember how great it felt to learn. How awesome that you have a friend to share that with!
Oh well done to Miss J! What a great first effort. And in Zara too! You know, I've never done an 8ply sock. I really think I ought to, just for the joy of it being so fast!
Fantastic!!! 8ply socks are a good wat to start. Well done all!! I see you are going really well on your April Goals too!!
Well done Miss J! That's a fabulous first sock. Would be perfect for chilly days!
That sock is fab - good student/teacher combo clearly - must get me some DK socks so I actually get some finished soon :o)
Spread the joy Rose Red!!
Another sock knitter! Yay! Just as well because I heard a knitter say today that she is just not cut out for socks. I am glad you have balanced that out for us!
yeah, miss j and red rose! lovely sock. hope you had time for other mischief too this weekend.
Looks like you're an incredible teacher! That is fast!
Looks really good for a 1st sock - great job Miss J & you must be a very good teacher.
Yay for J.! Now, when will #2 be born....
Wow, that was quick! I wonder if she'll become addicted...
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