Choose from your favorite brands and use the options below to filter by skill level, designer, books or pdfs, yarn weight and the owner of the feet you will be dressing up. It features an assortment of designs for the whole family, to keep everyones toes warm and comfy. Popular sock knitting books showing 8 of 38 socks from the toe up. See more ideas about baby knitting, knitting patterns and baby knitting patterns.
This list should give you a great idea of what to look for at amazon, your local library or bookstore. If learning from a written pattern isnt for you, then i highly recommend donna drachunass knit sock workshop on craftsy. Edie eckman everyone knows that when your feet feel good, you feel good all over. So, if you get a book that tells you how you knit socks, once you know how to knit socks, youre done with the book. She is also the author of getting started knitting socks, interweave presents knitted gifts, knitting green, and simple style, and coauthor of bag style, color style, lace style, and wrap style. By the end of this project, youll have a grasp on it and your sock knitting fears will be gone. No other knitted garment has as many structural demands or endures as much wear and tear. Best of all, this knitting class will teach you the three most popular methods of making socks so that. Socks have come a long way from their origins in the 8 th century bc as animal skin tied around the ankle. Knitting warm your heart as well as your soles with these soft and cozy designer socks. Spiral tube socks these tube socks are easy for beginners because there is no heel shaping or gussets. When working sock knitting patterns, there are a lot of options. Johnson shelved 3 times as sock knitting avg rating 4. Learn how to knit socks with the following instructions and patterns.
You will learn how to pick up the stitches for the gusset and reduce the stitch count to knit the foot. This is a great sock book for a person wanting to learn to knit socks. Knit a small sock with a stepbystep practice pattern. The fact that you have to knit two socks to make a pair can be a downfall for some people. Castingon and getting started with doublepointed needles. Everyone knows that when your feet feel good, you feel good all over. This 128page book includes a detailed howto section on all the basics of sockknitting that will make your experience both successful and enjoyable. Ann budd is the bestselling author of the knitters handy book of patterns and the knitters handy book of sweater patterns. Learn to knit socks by companys coming publishing ltd. This booklet will have you knitting socks and understanding sock construction in no time. Im sure it goes without saying the pattern i offer as accompaniment with this video is the ideal pattern to follow if youre want to learn to knit toeup socks using this video. Learn an easy way to choose your sock heel style sock. This pattern walks you through each step of knitting socks of any size with any size yarn.
First you knit a small square, then you count how many stitches you have in that inch. This is a free pattern ebook that walks you through the steps you need to knit a sock any gauge, yarn, needle size. Sep 03, 2009 castingon and getting started with doublepointed needles. Here is a list for you based on many hours of research. In the knitters book of socks, clara parkes shows you how to knit socks from yarn up, following the sock yarn life cycle from its foundations to its final moments on a proud foot. Then, sock knitting master ann budd will show you how to knit toeup socks. Jan 02, 2014 the fact that you have to knit two socks to make a pair can be a downfall for some people. Three methods made easy will teach you how you can make your own basic socks using doublepointed needles, 2 circular needles or 1 long, circular needle. Or what your favorite knitting books in general are. She facilitates understanding what you are doing so you can quickly learn from your own knit experiences. With just a little bit of tweaking you can use my recipe to make any socks. Learn an easy way to choose your sock heel style sock knitting. Sock knitting basics such as sizing and knitting test swatcheshow to choose the correct yarns and needles for knitting your socks sock caston techniques, such as, long tail cast.
Use odd balls to jazz it up with stripes or knit the toe and heel in different colors. Often, the hardest part of knitting socks is understanding the shaping and construction. The book presents nineteen patterns including seven brand new designs such as pointelle, a pattern which features diagonal lace lines over an arrowhead lace background, and wedge, an ingenious use of garter stitch short rows and stockinette bands that will have you marveling at its simplicity. Learn how to knit socks quick and easy kindle edition by chloe thompson author visit amazons chloe thompson page. Includes a dozen or so patterns, instructions on how to measure your feet and how to customize your socks for a perfect fit. See more ideas about knitting, socks and sock yarn. Five knitting books i hope you have on your shelf glenna knits. Learn how to knit fabulous socks in this informative, online knitting class taught by knitted sock expert, designer and shop owner lisa carnahan. Surprisingly quick and fun to make in berella country garden sportweight wool, designs range from classic to fanciful in womens anklet and cuffed sock styles a dozen in all. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. All too often, the root cause of a socks triumph or failure is the yarn itself. I use it as a basis for making socks of every size, color and shape. Sock knitting patterns huge selection at laughing hens. Topdown socks are cast on at the top, and finish at the toes whereas toeup socks start with the toes and finish at the cuff.
No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. This is definitely my favourite way to knit socks ankle down out of all the sock pattern books i have tried. If you are an experiential, independent learner, look into elizabeth zimmermanns books. Soft, machine washable, stretchy, and gorgeously handdyed, kpm is the ultimate yarn for adorable socks and happy little feet. The best part of this book though are the 11 beginner knitting hacks to help you learn faster and choose the right materials to get started. Whether youre a stubborn topdowner, or a sockknitting novice, this twopart class will add useful new sock techniques. Oct 11, 2011 all too often, the root cause of a socks triumph or failure is the yarn itself. Everyone needs socks and they make excellent presents. Our instruction expertise guides, you, the diy consumer, on your making journey through products, publishing, and as a distributor of craft publications. This 2part class takes place on 14th and 21st january discover new perspectives on sock knitting by starting at the southern tip. Quick and easy way to master sock knitting in 3 days sock knitting patterns book 1 emma brown. Basic techniques and easytofollow directions for garments to fit all sizes elizabeth zimmerman is the patron saint of knitting and her easy to read directions will have you knitting in no time. The patterns feature a range of different techniques and textures, such as lace. Overall, this is a good beginners book to sock knitting.
Each section of the sock is easily found in the table of contents, how to make a gauge. Dec 09, 2016 with this free guide youll learn to knit socks with confidence, whether from the toeup or topdown. Because it is an ebook, there are links throughout to tutorials and web pages that will help you with the trickier elements of construction1. This pattern also contains simplified instructions for. You could choose to knit a simple heelless sock, or you could choose from forethought heels, afterthought heels or heels worked as you knit the sock.
Now a popular fashion item, available in an unlimited array of colors, styles and sizes, you can choose from many a pattern and design in which to. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Socks for children, women, and men a basic, simple pattern written in sizes for men, women, and children. The directions are clear and easy to follow if youve done some knitting.
Books tend to have more detail, and tell you useful things like why it is. They are the best knitting books for beginners and anyone who wants to learn how to knit. Socks by the numbers this is a recipe for the most basic of basic knit socks. With this free guide youll learn to knit socks with confidence, whether from the toeup or topdown. Its a video course, so youll learn everything you need to know. In the japanese knitting stitch bible knitting guru hitomi shida shares some of her favorite needlework patterns.
Learn to knit socks will help you become a skilled sock knitter in no time. Thanks to lucy at attic24 for introducing me via her blog to the basic sock pattern and the sock along from the amazing christine at winwick mum. Learn how to knit socks fast and easywith this book you will learn. This is a finger twitching bookit makes me want to drop everything and knit something from it right now. Edie is the author of several books including socks to knit for those you love, beyond the square crochet motifs, i can knit and connect the shapes crochet motifs. Knit from worstedweight yarn, youll get these socks done in no time, all while learning sockknitting basics. You can knit one at a time, two at a time, or two at a time with one nested inside the other. Includes a dozen or so patterns, instructions on how to measure your feet and how to customize your socks for a. Sock knitting basics such as sizing and knitting test swatcheshow to choose the correct yarns and needles for knitting your sockssock caston techniques, such as, long tail cast. Oct 21, 2014 if learning from a written pattern isnt for you, then i highly recommend donna drachunass knit sock workshop on craftsy. Its something that ive come up with over years of making socks. This book provides detailed instructions that will guide you through sockknitting basics, and designer edie eckman presents a dozen imaginative. Nancy gordon helps take the frustration out of learning to knit with this stepbystep guide.
Sep 19, 2012 if you are an experiential, independent learner, look into elizabeth zimmermanns books. I think it would also be easy to teach someone how to knit socks using this book. You must already know how to knit the basics for this kit. Having the best knitting books on your book shelf or in your ereader library, is essential. If you used handwashonly yarn to knit your socks, youll want to learn how to hand wash your socks. Her toeup sock knitting pattern is included here, too. Best of all, this knitting class will teach you the three most popular methods of making socks so that you can knit socks with the technique you like best. Submit the form to download by providing your email address you will begin to receive our newsletters, special offers and more free content from interweave.
Shes a sassypants, which some people enjoy, others. With stepbystep instructions and photo illustrations for all 3 methods, youll be knitting socks for men, women and kids in no time. She is a book editor and the former senior editor of interweave knits magazine. And all four skeins i used to make all four pairs of socks are available in one purl soho yarn kit. The heal flap is constructed with a slip stitch pattern followed by a traditionally turned heel. The only problems i had bookwise were knowing when to quit adding onto the. We shall knit two babysized socks, both topdown, one with a shortrow heel and one with a heel flap and gusset. I own several books about sock knitting, all of which have many fans, but none of them. Its packed with lots of clear instructions and illustrations to help visual learners with all of the basics. Getting started knitting socks getting started series. With our selection of sock knitting books, learn new techniques for construction, how to add a touch of lace or build 3dimensional cables. I had purchased this book as a last resort, i have borrowed different books on sock knitting from my library and couldnt get started with them. Her articles and designs have appeared in many yarn company publications, pattern books and magazines.
Why knit socks sock knitting for beginners hubpages. Im afraid altering a pattern to match a new gauge isnt a simple thing the pattern really has to be scrapped and a new pattern has to be written. The patterns are very easy to understand, they are logical, and a beginner knitter could tackle the basic sock and have a pair of good looking socks they could be proud of. Sep 15, 2004 whats good is that the sock patterns utilize different yarn weights, so not all the socks need to be knit in finger or sport weight yarns. Knitpicks podcast one of the best sock knitting books. The book contains 52 knitting patterns for socks and slippers. In fact, some of the patterns provide instructions for two weights, so that expands a knitters options. She facilitates understanding what you are doing so you can quickly learn from your own knitexperiences. You can knit socks on double points, use the magic loop technique, or knit on two circular needles. This book provides detailed instructions that will guide you through sockknitting basics, and designer edie eckman presents a dozen imaginative anklet and cuffed sock styles, all worked in sportweight yarn. This series of six videos were designed to accompany the learn to knit socks pattern, which is available for purchase and download here.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. A solid foundation in how to do the knit and purl stitches, cast on and bind off is essential. Leisure arts has been tapping into the enthusiastic curiosity of makers since 1971. I bought two other how to knit socks books before buying this one and this one has it all. Learn to knit socks part 1 getting started youtube. Im afraid altering a pattern to match a new gauge isnt a simple thing the pattern really has to be scrapped and a new pattern has to be written from scratch in the new gauge. This book made sock knitting something i might accomplish in my lifetime. Want to get in on the sock craze, but never quite managed it. Each section of the sock is easily found in the table of contents, how to make a gauge with your yarn, materials to use, and some very good patterns to follow. We have patterns for snuggly socks or super socks with silly stripes. So, i got a gift card for an unnamed bigbox bookstore, and was wondering what would be a good title for teaching myself how to knit socks.
If you want to learn how to knit socks, but it seems intimidating, start small. There are as many choices in sock knitting as there are in so many crafts. Lion brand yarn came up with this series of handy howto videos so that even the most gimpy knitters myself included. Knitters often refer to it as second sock syndrome. See more ideas about baby knitting, knitting patterns and. Sock patterns make a great knitting or crochet project and we have a huge selection to choose from. Knit childs striped socks pattern knit lion brand yarn. I bought two other howtoknitsocks books before buying this one and this one has it all. The pattern for star socks is available to download from the being knitterly ravelry pattern store or here in print, together with a ravelry digital download code. Essential techniques and patterns from wendy knits paperback by. Cookie a chronicles her love affair with sock knitting in knit. Complete sock knitting lessons are presented in this book. Whats good is that the sock patterns utilize different yarn weights, so not all the socks need to be knit in finger or sport weight yarns. Once youve knitted the first sock, the excitement of knitting a new pattern with new yarn is over, and it can be difficult to get motivated to knit the second sock as well.