I have wanted to knit some socks for quite a while and have friends make them for me. Many years ago, I’m talking 25 years, I tried using double pointed needles (unsuccessfully). Tossed them aside and didn’t try again. It’s time to put my big girls pants on and try again.
After buying a nice sock book, watching many tutorials and searching google I decided now is the time.
Winwickmum has a knit along for basic socks.
https://www.winwickmum.co.uk/2015/04/sockalong-yarns.html
I bought this yarn from Bendigo Woollen Mills.
I have taken my time and even did a test swatch.
I tried the circular needles, but I just couldn’t manage so I went on to the double pointed needles (DPN). Tossed my surprise I managed and without any holes.
So here is my progress.
I got a little lost when decreasing along the heel so I have put it away until I have time to sort out which row I am doing.
Overall, so far, I am extremely happy.
6 comments:
Well done you for doing a test swatch! No pic of the socks though. xx
Looking great Jo. I think you mean gusset decreasing - I am sure you will get it with a clear mind. Good luck. xx
Go you. I hope you figure out your heel. Lovely yarn too.
Great work! I felt so intimidated with knitting socks the traditional way that I didn't even try. My socks are knitted flat on two needles, with a side seam. And I can knit two at a time, so no second sock syndrome for me. This way is not the way for everyone but it suits me, so I'm a happy sock knitter. You do know that sock knitting is addictive, don't you?
Go you! I use the tiny 9” circulars, as I find the DPNs confusing, but muddle with them when I get to the toe.
They are looking great! And isn't this the perfect time for lovely warm socks.
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