Flamingo Twin Ribs

Twin Rib socks

Pattern: Twin Rib by Charlene Schurch from Sensational Knitted Socks
Time: February 14th 2008 to May 22nd 2008
Yarn: Opal Rainforest Flamingo DK
Needles: 2 x 2.75mm Knit Picks 60cm circulars
Stitches per inch: 8
Method & Modifications:
- Knitted two at a time cuff down. Separated after the heel turn & reunited after the gusset decreases.
- All knit stitches apart from those on the sole were knitted through the back loop to make the stitch 'pop' out.

More details on my blog.

Toe Up Socks - Help?

Has anyone used the toe-up instructions in the 12-stitch pattern section of SKS? I'm doing this for the fist time, and I am adding the instructions for the heel, flap, and gusset to a pair of socks that were written as top-down. The instructions are found on pages 59/60.

Hedgerow Socks (not an SKS pattern) knit toe-up

I'm not sure that the final fit will be correct, even though I've tried them on and it seems ok. My concern is that didn't have a point of refrence for how long I should have made the foot before starting the heel section. I'd love to hear about any experience others have had. These are to fit a size 10 1/2, and I started the heel after 8" of knitting on the foot.
Thanks for any guidance you can offer.

Crossover Rib socks

These socks have been a long time in the making (since November) but then most days I don't get to knit for more than about 10 minutes, and some days not at all...
I'm very happy with how they turned out though.
I love this book, it's been so useful.
More details on my blog.

Diamonds Pattern, but not Socks

I used the Diamonds Pattern from mSKS to knit this doll sweater. It was a good learning experience, even if the sweater is "nothing to write home about". I used Knitpicks Pallet for the cream color and Knitpicks essential for the colors. Unfortunately the variegated colors are too bold, and don't work well with this sort of patterning, and the pallet had too much of a different "texture" to work well with the Essential. But learning is all part of the fun. And sharing is too. Maybe my attempt can motivate someone else to try, and succeed :-)

Broad Spiral Ribbing Socks

The Owl socks for my MIL's 60th birthday are finished:


Broad Spiral Ribbing socks

Pattern: Broad Spiral Ribbing from More Sensational Knitted Socks
Yarn: Opal Rainforest 6 ply in Owl.
Needles: 2 x 2.75mm 60 cm circulars.
Method: Knitted cuff down two at a time.
Details: 8 stitches per inch for a 9" wide foot so I cast on 72 stitches. An 'Eye of Partridge Heel' for a very durable heel as they were a present for my MIL who is a keen walker.

More photos on my blog.

More Sensational Knitted Socks Errata

Hi all, I was reading some digests on a yahoo group I belong to and found out that there is some corrections for the More Sensational Socks book. Here is the link to it: http://www.martingale-pub.com/Information/Corrections/B819_cor.htm

Owl walking socks

It is my MIL's 60th birthday on the 24th & she's a keen walker so I've cast on a pair for her using this from my stash continuing with my socks from stash pledge & the bedsocks for myself are on hold:


Opal Rainforest Owl 6ply

They're are progressing nicely & this morning looked like this:


Start of owl walking socks

The pattern is simple but looks quite effective:


Broad Spiral Ribbing pattern

I searched for a pattern that wouldn't clash with the stripes & think I've found it.

Christmas bedsocks

Firstly a pair of bedsocks for my 5 year old nephew:


Stockinette-stitch Triangle bedsocks

Pattern: Stockinette-stitch Triangles from More Sensational Knitted Socks
Yarn: James C. Brett Pure Merino in PM5
Needles: 2 x 3.5mm 60 cm circulars
Method: Knitted cuff down two at a time.

Then a pair his eldest sister my 10 year old niece:


Open Cable with Twisted Rib bedsocks

Pattern: Open Cable with Twisted Rib from Sensational Knitted Socks
Yarn: James C. Brett Pure Merino in PM2
Needles: 2 x 3.5mm 60 cm circulars
Method: Knitted cuff down two at a time.

Then a pair for the middle child my 7 year old niece:


Bluebell Rib bedsocks

Pattern: Bluebell Rib from Sensational Knitted Socks
Yarn: James C. Brett Pure Merino in PM5
Needles: 2 x 3.5mm 60 cm circulars
Method: Knitted cuff down two at a time.

Of the three patterns the Open Cable with Twisted Rib was my favorite. I don't have any modeled photos but this one on my hand shows how the pattern might look on a foot:


Open Cable with Twisted Rib pattern

This yarn is so soft & squidgy that it's perfect for a pair of snuggly bedsocks. I've even started a pair for myself!

Help Please!

Hi everyone! I need your help. Posted to the left is a picture of a sock I've started with Wildfoote Elderberry yarn. It's the BabyFern 12stitch pattern repeat from More Sensational socks. I don't like it. I think the pattern is lost with this colorway. I showed the sock to a girl at work and she agreed. What I need help with is suggestions. What pattern would you suggest for this yarn/colorway??? I prefer to knit cuff down with a heel flap/turn. I have both Sensational and More Sensational sock books. I would really love to find a pattern to do this colorway justice. This is the second time I've started a sock with it. Thanks in advance for your suggestions!

shirleyknits

Crest of the wave

Pattern:Crest of the Wave (pg.101) from More Sensational Knitted Socks.
Yarn: striped using 1 skein KnitPicks Essential in Ash, and 1 skein ka hand-dyed in color Vintage (which I found at a LYS near me).
Needles: Foot and ankle US1. Leg US1 1/2.
Construction: Toe up. One circular needle.

Made a few modifications for sizing on my foot. Please check out my blog for more info.

Baby Cable Rib (mostly)

Finished!



Yarn - Koigu KPPPM Color #400
Pattern - Baby Cable Rib Stitch from Sensational Knitted Socks
Needles - Knit Picks US 2 (2.75mm); Knit 2 at a time on 2 circulars
CO 9/9/07; Closed the toes today! (10/24/07 )


A very enjoyable knit. I made the foot portion stockinette to be sure I didn't run out of yarn since these are a gift. I grin with glee at the thought that I have hundreds more socks to make from this book!

Happy Knitting all!

Ribbed Lace

Just finished my Ribbed Lace socks which can be found on page 52 of the Sensational Socks book. It is a very enjoyable pattern which I can recommend to everyone.

For yarn, needle sizes, etc., more informatio can be found on my blog.

Shirley
www.Artseycrafts.blogspot.com

Sock Monkey Baby Socks

For My Grandson

These are like the stuffed monkeys made out of socks.

Cascade Fixation - Grey, Red and white. Size 3 DPNs.

Sensational Knitted Socks Book - page 29.

For more pictures - check out my blog

Slipstitch Ribs

Finally, another completed pair.




The stitch pattern is Slipstitch Rib, but I used the toe-up short row toe/heel "recipe" to maximize yarn. Paton's Kroy yarn, 2 skeins of the main color, about 1/2 a skein of the contrast. I loved the Slipstitch Rib; really easy, not too dull, and a nicely textured final result.


More details and pictures, as usual, at the blog.

Seriously Overdue Post

Here's a picture of my "basket weave socks" from SKS. I should have posted this one a long time ago. I used 2 skeins of Collinette Jitterbug in Castagna- took me a while because they're size 13 (mens)!

Crosshatch Lace Socks.

Crosshatch Lace pattern from More Sensational Knitted Socks
LL Shepherd Sock in Poppy
Worked toe up with a short row heel, magic 8 cast on toe, and a Russian bind off for the cuff.



Whew, all done. I like how this pattern looks on the leg.

One Down and One to Go

I have had this yarn it seems like since before time began. It is a Stahl yarn but the name escapes me since I didn't keep the band. The pattern is Slip Stitch Rib from SSS. My DH just made the socker blockers from wire hangers. The foot is big because their intended reciepent has large feet.

2 six-stitch socks done from More SKS

Pattern: 6 Stitch Embossed Moss Stitch.
Yarn: Lorna's Laces Childsplay (#62)
Needles: One 2.25mm circular
Construction: 2 at once, toe-up, reverse heal, St st picot hemmed cuff.

My daughter picked out this pattern herself, and these socks are hers!

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These are mine.

Pattern: 6 Stitch BasketWeave.

Yarn: Marks & Kattens Clown Shade #1854.

Needles: One 2.5mm circular
Construction: 2 socks toe-up using Judy's magic Cast-on and a Reversed Heal. 1x1rib picot hemmed cuff.

For more details visit my blog.

ecr's on the elephant trail

elongated corded rib in schaefer anne

From book #1, these are elongated corded rib. This 4-stitch pattern knits up to a lovely scrunchy fabric. The Schaefer Anne is soft, and compared to the book photo, the rib took on a completely different definition (she used Gems Opal). I'm very happy with this pair.

Pattern: elongated corded rib
Yarn: Schaefer Anne
Needles: silvalume size 1 dpns