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Entries from August 2007

FO: Beaded Rib Socks

August 7, 2007 · 5 Comments

I have had issues knitting my first socks.  I started with the Jaywalkers that tried to choke me from the foot up.  Rip.  Then I managed to complete a passable Woven Stitch sock, but somebody tied a knot (the word knot does not do it justice. ha.) in the middle of the second half of the yarn. And so, Single Sock.

But, as I promised I would (see the post about the Woven Stitch sock), I have prevailed.

I proudly present my first PAIR of socks.

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These were knit out of Rowan Calmer (love) for a friend with no tolerance for the sheep, on size 4 Brittany bamboo dpn’s. 

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The pattern (kinda-sorta visible) is the Beaded Rib stitch from Sensational Knitted Socks.  Knit toe-up, with an easy toe and short-row heel, per the book’s instructions.

From trying them on for the photo, I’d say they’d be great lounging socks. Super cushy and soft – perfect for keeping the tootsies warm when fall finally comes.  (Maybe in red or black for watching football games? Hmmm….)

Stay tuned for another sock FO; I’m on a roll.  Forces were working against me from the start, but I have overcome!

Categories: Finished Objects · Knitting · Socks