[Nfb-krafters-korner] Socks

[Tracy Carcione]

Hi Melanie.
I've knitted a fair number of socks, and I'm planning to knit a pair again as soon as some exciting new sock yarn comes into my knitting store next month.
My favorite method is to knit 2 at a time on 2 circular needles.  It can be a bit confusing at first, but it works great, and I end up with both socks at the same time when I'm done.

There are a few books on socks in braille from NLS, though some of the patterns are only charted, and the charts aren't reproduced.  Grrrr.
My favorite sock method is toe-up, so I can try it on as I go.  I select a stitch pattern I want for the patterned part, then I work a plain stockinette for a while until I get near the ankle, or wherever I want to start my pattern.  I start the pattern on the top of the sock (the instep?), and keep working plain on the bottom until I've gotten past the heel, then work the pattern all around.
I like making socks with self-striping yarn, so they're interesting without a lot of effort on my part.
Socks, what fun!
Tracy


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Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Socks

Hi ladies (and gent!)
I’m very interested in knitting or crocheting socks. I’ve never done them before and I think I could crochet socks because I’ve done slippers, but I’m not sure they will wear as well as knitted socks or that they will be a tight enough weave. I’ve seen a sock loom but not sure if I want to do that either. I’ve never used double pointed needles nor do I know the method for knitting socks  I’m very interested in your thoughts and ideas. Has there ever been a class for making socks? Could this be a future class? Which method is easiest to learn, loom or needles? Thoughts?
Melanie
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