Sock Clinic

Interested in delving into the wild world of socks? Or maybe you want to learn a new heel technique or knit a sock from a different direction (top down or toe up)! This class is all about exploring the different ways to make a sock. We’ll talk about how to measure your foot, what kind of fibers work best for socks, and the different styles of small-circumference knitting. We’ll also explore different types of heels and toes. First-time sock knitters or those looking to explore magic loop or flexible double-pointed needles for the first time can choose a classic top-down sock like I’m So Basic Socks. DRK Everyday Socks are for you if you like a dependable ribbed sock, or Socks on a Plane if you want to throw a simple cable in. For more adventurous sock knitters, there’s adding colors in the Curio Socks pattern. 3 two-hour sessions Skills Needed: Knitting and purling Working in the round Increasing and decreasing Skills Learned: Small circumference knitting Magic Loop or flexible double-pointed needless Afterthought heel or wrap and turn Choose a pattern based on your skill level or interest I’m So Basic Socks © Summer Lee Sizing: S (7″) M (8″) L (9″) XL (10″) measuring the circumference around the ball of the foot Materials: One skein of sock yarn (approximately 400 yards, though you will not use the entire skein!) One mini skein or scrap ball of sock yarn (approximately 50 yards) for the contrasting cuff, heels, and toes US size 1 /2.25mm needles (ideal for 40” circular needle) A tapestry needle for weaving in ends Pattern: I’m So Basic Socks DRK Everyday Sock Sizing: 4.25 (5.25, 5.25, 6, 6)(6, 7, 8)7, 8, 9” unstretched foot circumference Recommended fit is 0.25-1”/1-2.5 cm of negative ease in circumference (when measured at the widest part of the foot). Materials: 84 (139, 199, 225, 288)(298, 361, 430)383, 454, 530 yards of fingering weight yarn Needles: US 1/2.25 mm – 32”/80 cm circular for Magic Loop (can use double-pointed needless or Flexible double-pointed needles) Removable/clip marker, tapestry needle, row counter (recommended) and scissors. Pattern: DRK Everyday Sock Socks on a Plane © Leslie Thompson Sizing: Medium (8 inches) and Large (9 inches) Materials: 400 yards of fingering-weight yarn Size 1.5 (2.5 mm) needles (pattern written for 2 circulars in 16 inch length, but can use double pointed needles, flexible needles, or a 40” circular needle) Notions: Cable Needle, tapestry needle, tape measure Pattern: Socks on a Plane Curio Socks Sizing: Foot circumference: 4.5 (5.5, 5.5, 6.5, 6.5)(6.5, 7.5, 8.5)7.5, 8.5, 9.5” Materials: Fingering weight yarn in two colors Main color (MC): 51 (84, 121, 136, 175)(180, 219, 261)232, 275, 322 yards Contrast color (CC): 26 (42, 61, 68, 88)(90, 110, 131)116, 138, 161 yards Needles Main: US 1.5/2.5 mm – 32”/80 cm circular for Magic Loop (can use double-pointed needles/Flexible double-pointed needles or small circumference circular) Ribbing: US 1/2.25 mm – 32”/80 cm circular for Magic Loop (can use double-pointed needles/Flexible double-pointed needles or small circumference circular) Notions Removable/clip marker, smooth waste yarn for Afterthought heel and lifelines, tapestry needle, row counter (recommended) and scissors. Pattern: Curio Sock