I have been working hard on my first pair of socks. I scoured the internet for the perfect pattern and I found it! Here it is -
Lifestyle Toe Up Socks - No Swatch Needed by Charisa Martin.
I love this pattern for a few reasons:
1) no swatching, Yes, that's right no swatching
2) It teaches you the technique rather than just a pattern
3) You can use this technique to make any pair of socks with any type of yarn.
So, I started these a few days ago and after frogging back 3 times I finally figured out how many sts I need make a sock that fits me. You see my problem with socks was not the turning of the heel (A part I actually find easy) but getting my size right. I tried a few patterns casting on the amount of sts stated in the pattern for my size and gauge but every time they turned out HUGE. I mean HUGE. I was so frustrated. However, I was determined. So, I kept plugging along and poof - a lovely sock! YEAH!!!! I did it!
BUT......
I have to bind off now :o
I needed a stretchy bind off. After all, I didn't want to ruin my perfect sock! Back to the internet I went and discovered this bind off method . Great website with pictures that clearly illustrate this fabulous bind off. Ta da.. done.
Now the only thing that I have to do it make the other one :)
Back to work I go...
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