Classes

Even Cooler Socks B

Yet more advanced sock techniques for happy sock knitters!  An in-depth look at Tubular sock edges (both cast on and bound off) for single and double ribs and two methods for working them easily.  For decorative effects, we have Striped Quilting heel flap stitch, Twined Crochet Bind-Off and Flying Swallows stitch pattern.  Short row toes (for the no-graft sock) and Sideways Garter Stitch bands for no-swatch sock sizing.

Lucy Neatby

Class Level:Intermediate
Class Skills:Intermediate sock knitters upwards - ideally should have taken Part A or Scintillating Socks.
Cost:$150
Class Length:6 hours
Class Materials:

Smooth wool-blend yarns (these need not be ‘sock’ yarns) in Worsted or DK/Sport (4-5 sts per inch) in 2 or more plain light colours.  We will be working samples not a sock. Fine sock yarns and needles may be used, but is far easier to see the details of your stitches and techniques in larger yarns and plain, light colours.  3 sets of dpns; two in sizes appropriate to your yarn (they need not be the same size) and one set approximately 3 sizes larger (Example for 4.5mm/US#7 select 6mm/US#10). If you prefer working on circular needles (one or two) bring a selection.  Scissors.  Crochet hook.  Blunt darning needles.  Usual knitting tackle.  (Fine sock yarns and needles may be used, but is far easier to see the details of your stitches and techniques in larger yarns and light colours).

Homework:

In contrasting colour, similar weight yarn (to main yarn), cast on 8 sts.  Work 6 rows of Stocking Stitch, end on completion of a purl row.  Cut off yarn and tie on main yarn (do not weave in tails).  Work 6 - 8” length in Garter Stitch in main yarn. (Knit every row.)  Leave 1m/yd of yarn attached and stitches on a holder or needle.

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