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September 05, 2007
Nothing beats a nice long weekend....
So I can start a new project!
Or 2.....
I have started 2 pairs of socks! Not both the same, mind you, but 2 different pairs of socks.
Let me show you the first pair:
I have finally found the yarn that I feel is best suited for this pattern! (in my humble opinion) I am making none other than the Cascading Leaves Socks by Jeanne Townsend! I tried to make these socks before with a very busy varigated yarn. I think that light colored yarn or a solid color works best for this pattern. These socks are for my large footed friend in New Jeresy. She is VERY excited about them (don't worry Lemon, I have not forgotten about your socks, they will come) Now, I would have had a lot more knitted on these socks this weekend if I hadn't started this sock:
What is this lovely sock? Why it is one sock from the book: Knitting Lingerie Style - Joan McGowan Micheal! Love this book. And no, I won't be knitting my self a bra. But the book has some other very lovely things like these socks. I believe they are called the fishnet stockings or something like that. Yes, the picture of this sock looks quite nice doesn't it? Well let me give you a little backstory on this. Guess what yarn I used? Lion Brand Micro Spun! Not a great choice for a sock. Why? IT'S ACRYLIC YARN! What was I thinking? It does fit though. Except the ribbing at the top. That doesn't fit. Why? The pattern said to go back to size 3 needles for the ribbing. Well my fat calves can't take the strain so I will be doing the ribbing in size 6 thank you very much. Oh and did you see the big hole at the heel? No? Let me show you:
That is easy to fix. I will say this though, I do like this version of the toe up sock. It has you picking up your stitches instead of yarn overs. We all know how good I am at those! (thanks for all your comments too!)
So I am not sure yet if I will be making the matching pair of the purple socks......stay tuned.
Posted by beth at September 5, 2007 12:35 PM
Comments
The matching pair? You're only going to make one? That would be one very sexy leg. But just one...two would be too much and you'd probably expode from the increased sexiness.
Posted by: Christie at September 5, 2007 01:33 PM
Socks are fun! Even when they don't really work out there is something sort of magical about a sock coming off the needles. I still don't fully understand just how it all happens! But, I have a lot of socks...
Posted by: Sheepish Annie at September 5, 2007 06:29 PM
Your socks are wonderful. My favorite is the Cascading Leaves. You did get the exact perfect yarn!
Posted by: Salt City Spinner at September 6, 2007 09:25 AM
So what yarn are you using for those lovely cascading leaves socks? I flipped through that lingerie book and was tempted by both the socks and the fishnets! Why not knit a bra?
Posted by: lisa at September 6, 2007 06:52 PM
And I thought I was on a sock kick!
Posted by: Erin at September 7, 2007 10:26 AM
Now, now. Don't go around showing holes in your lingerie! The MicroSpun does make a nice top, tho.
The Cascading Leaves are very pretty. And the advise about the yarn color is good stuff. But I'm not in New Jersey, silly, I'm in PA! LOL!
Posted by: Laurie at September 8, 2007 10:10 AM
Hi...
I just love this socks... the green one - and you have got the exact perfect yarn for it...
The book I need to find out about... sounds good to me... but I just love books, ;) Could't get enought of them ;)
Hugs... from... you know... :)
Posted by: Bim H-D at September 10, 2007 07:16 AM
I made those socks with a speckled green koigu and I loved the pattern (converted it to make a scarf for my SIL) - so I am happy you found good yarn for it!
MMMmm. What to do with one. fishnet. sock. Give it to Mr. BigGeek?
Posted by: meg at September 10, 2007 12:39 PM
I actually really like the purple sock... and the lack of breathing caused by the acrylic is solved by the tiny hole! See? It all fits!
Posted by: Sara at September 11, 2007 12:07 PM
