Sock Summit 2009
Taking Sock Knitting Almost Too Far!
August 6-9, 2009
Oregon Convention Center
Portland, Oregon
Classes
Sidekicks - Socks Knit from East to West
Go beyond the novelty of knitting your socks sideways and explore the unique design possibilities of the sideways sock construction. Learn several different techniques for knitting sideways socks like the popular Monterey and April Fools socks from Janel’s book, “The Eclectic Sole,” and several patterns from her new book, “The Enchanted Sole.” We will cover reasons behind knitting sideways and review different strategies for shaping and heel construction. Students will receive two original patterns for fancy sideways socks. We will knit a baby version in class, and students will be able to knit adult versions on their own.
This class is taught by: Janel Laidman.
| Class Level: | Intermediate |
| Class Skills: | Students will benefit from having some experience from more traditional sock construction techniques, such as knitting, purling, short rows, increase, decrease, ability to read charts, two-stranded colorwork, and kitchener stitch. |
| Cost: | $70.00 |
| Class Length: | 3 hours |
| Class Materials: | |
1 skein of sock yarn, fingering to sport weight, any color. This is a great technique for using painted yarns. Needles: dpn’s, or circs in a size that will work with your sock yarn. Tapestry needle, crochet hook. | |
| Homework: | |
swatches: Knit a 25 stitch x 25 row swatch with your intended yarn and needles. Measure your stitch gauge and your row gauge. Bring swatches to class with you. | |
