Folklore Socks

I recently updated my Folklore Socks pattern to use our Everlasting Sock Yarn. I used the Cloud Burst colorway (cause it's one of my faves), and I needed to take a new cover photo.

The only sad thing about that is it meant replacing the original cover photo that included our beloved collie, Shepherd:

I loved that picture so much, so it's still included in the pattern on another page. He loved the smell of wool yarn, but he never chewed on my projects. Oh, he'd give them a good smell, but that was it. :)

Anyway, that's just to say, the pattern has a nice, new update. It's been updated to work using any type of needle (dpn, 2 circulars, magic loop) and the toe has been tweaked for a smoother fit. If you purchased your copy on Ravelry, you get an automated update.

And now, I get to wear the new socks!

Sock Yarn Club

I have really enjoyed the Sock Club this year! Maybe because I almost always have a pair of socks on the needles, so I think you always need more sock yarn:)

It's also fun to come up with a new colorway each month. I'm trying very hard not to overthink it, and just go where my whims take me. So far, it's working out well. A couple of the sock club colorways are on their way to becoming regular colors next year. And I'm pretty sure I won't be running out of sock yarn!

Here's a little look at the colorways this year (the club began in April):

Top: Cecily on Trellis Fingering & Madeleine on Linden Sock
Row 2: Brass Locket on Linden Sock & Sea Glass on Sojourn Sock
Row 3: Spiced Plum on Sojourn Sock & Rainforest on Arbor Fingering
Bottom: Mermaid on Sojourn Sock & Buttercup on Linden Sock

December's club will go out this week, and then I'll start planning for next year!

Autumn Walk Socks

A pair of handspun socks for me! I'm thrilled with how these turned out.  I love the yarn, I love the colors, I love the wide rib...all good. Very autumn-y, yes?

The Panda makes for a nice squooshy yarn that I predict will also be hard wearing.  Here are the details:

Yarn:  Autumn Walk Handspun (Panda superwash fiber)
Yardage:  334 yards (I used about 275 yards)
Needles:  US 1 (2.25 mm) dpns
CO:  56 stitches - cuff down
Pattern: my vanilla socks with a 7x1 rib

And, I've got this little ball of yarn leftover to add to the sock yarn basket.

SAL - Spin for Socks

As part of the new October House Fiber Arts group on Ravelry, I'm doing my first Spin-A-Long!

One of the sweet ladies in the group inquired about doing a spin-a-long for socks, and I thought "Why not?!" I love handknit and handpsun socks.  In fact, I think I'm never without a pair of socks on the needles.

So, if you're wanting to try spinning for socks...join us!  You can read the short list of rules in this thread.
And it doesn't matter what kind of socks you make: socks for you, socks for him, baby socks, toddler socks, even puppy socks.

The official start date is Friday, February 21st....so come on and Spin-A-Long!

Word of the Year: Focus

After the holiday knitting was done, I cast on some simple socks for myself.  Believe it or not, my first time to knit with Koigu.  I see what all the fuss is about.  These are lovely socks...very lovely.  (They are much cuter than the picture looks, I'll try to get a modeled shot soon.)

I'm knitting away on a couple of new patterns.  My plan is to have a somewhat regular schedule for releasing new patterns throughout the year.  Which means, I need to "focus".  Focus on design work, focus on sketching, swatching and writing.  And not get distracted by oh, I don't know, Ravelry, Etsy, Pinterest....you know, browsing.  Yeah, focus.  It's a good word.

Folklore Socks

I have a new pattern available as of today...Folklore Socks.

An easy, yet interesting slip-stitch pattern gives these socks a great textured look. These started with a stitch pattern I loved, but it didn’t work in the round. I added a stitch and lo….an addictive pattern was born!

Once you slip a stitch twice (for two rows) it is pretty secure. Then you can cable without a cable needle. Cool!

The pattern is charted and written. 

$4.00

I love to knit socks, and these are a very fun knit!  The pattern looks great in a semi-solid or a handpainted yarn.  Click here to purchase.