Fancy a Sock Knit-Along?
It's time for a new knit-along! I thought we'd do something a little different this time, so how about a sock knit-along?
Here are four sock knitting patterns to choose from (click on the links for more information about the patterns); here they are:
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Wyeast Socks by Chrissy Gardiner
Two different cable patterns on the front and back of these socks make a great pattern for a man or woman. These are easy for you to convert from top-down to toe-up because the short-row heel and cable patterns are symmetrical. Make the cable pattern from toe to cuff as shown, or knit a stockinette foot for an easier fit in shoes. |
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Aran Isle Slippers by Jennifer Lang
The Aran Isle Slippers by Jennifer Lang make big use of a small canvas: A cable panel adorned upper, seed-stitch surround, and stockinette-stitch sole add up to slippers to live in all winter. |
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Caret + Chevron Socks by Chrissy Gardiner
Chrissy designed these socks to work either top-down or toe-up. The simple lace pattern looks great worked in either direction. These versatile socks would look great in a solid sock yarn or a lightly variegated yarn, as shown at left. |
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Border Socks by Mary Jane Mucklestone
These are perfect for the guys in your life. With fair isle colorwork and a contrasting toe, the color options are endless (although I think I'd knit them exactly as shown). Wide wale ribbing hugs the ankle, and looks great too. The Border Socks are really nice looking. I'd like some for myself! |
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Some great choices, right? Now decide on your favorite pattern, visit the poll, and vote! I'll reveal the winner next Wednesday, October 3, on our Facebook page (become a fan!), and on the blog. You'll also see the winning pattern under my picture in your Knitting Daily email.
Cheers,