Sock Summit 2011
Taking Sock Knitting Almost Too Far!
July 28-31, 2011
Oregon Convention Center
Portland, Oregon
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Classes
Custom Fit Socks
Liberate yourself from pattern books and ensure your socks really fit properly! Learn how to create a completely custom top-down or toe-up sock pattern – for any yarn, and any foot – or how to modify an existing one. We’ll cover knee socks, and discuss special fit requirements like high arches, flat feet, skinny and not-so-skinny ankles. Kate will show you how to deal with pattern stitches like lace, cables and colorwork, and how to manage differences in gauge and fabric stretch. You’ll leave the class with a set of templates and guidelines for all your sock-fitting needs.
| Class Level: | Beginner |
| Class Skills: | Must have worked at least one pair of socks. |
| Cost: | $75 |
| Class Length: | 3 Hours |
| Class Materials: | |
Bring: tape measure, pen, paper and calculator. | |
| Homework: | |
Work a 6 inch swatch in the round in stocking stitch in the yarn you wish to use. Optional: Bring any patterns you wish to modify, and bring ankle circumference and foot length measurements for anyone you want to knit socks for. | |
