The Sock Knitting Bible: Everything you need to know about how to knit socks - Softcover

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Lynne Rowe is a very experienced author, technical editor and designer. There will also be contributions from other well known sock designers and makers.

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If I could only knit one type of project for the rest of my knitting days, I would definitely choose socks. There are so many variations and so many techniques to discover and learn that I could happily sit with my sock yarn and needles and knit these amazing tubular structures for ever, creating something different every time.

I love the never-ending possibilities of all the combinations. There are long socks, short socks, ankle socks, plain socks, striped socks or patterned socks, and it doesn’t matter how many pairs I knit as I know they will always come in handy and, as well as being practical, there’s definitely something magical and mindful about knitting socks. You can patiently sit, working stitch by stitch, round by round and before you know it, you’re in your calm zone feeling relaxed and peaceful and another sock is flying off the needles.

I’m delighted to share all my skills and knowledge with you in the form of this reference bible, which I’ve written with both new and experienced sock knitters in mind. I’ve covered all aspects of sock knitting, from beginner’s basics, through to more advanced techniques, so that you can choose to keep it really simple or ‘step it up’ and go for a more intricate combination of stitch patterns and techniques.

My handy guide to all the different sock yarns will help you choose the right yarns for your hand-knitted socks, and the illustrated guides on how to knit in the round will help you knit with any sort of knitting needles. I’ve even included recipes for a two-needle sock and a sock with no heel, either of which could be a great way to start your sock knitting journey.

There are so many things to try and new skills to learn, which is really exciting and is sure to ‘keep you on your toes’.

I’ve split the book into sections so that you can tackle things step-by-step and work at your own pace, without feeling overwhelmed.

• The first section covers all the different parts of a sock and how to measure your feet to work out how long and wide to knit your socks.
• In the second section we look at the the essential materials that you will need, with an in-depth guide to yarn and needles, through to optional extras such as row counters, project bags and blocking equipment.
• The third section addresses every aspect of tension/gauge to help you knit socks that fit.
• Then we move on to the fourth section which takes you through the basic patterns for each type of sock, including toe-up, cuff-down, two-needle and no-heel socks.
• The fifth section provides a variety of cuffs, heels and toes, so that you have all the tools at hand to mix and match these elements in your knitted socks.
• In the sixth section I feature 10 amazing sock designers, each sharing an exclusive pattern for you to try, with a mix of beautiful textures, cables, lace and colourwork. You’re sure to find something that’s just up your street.
• The final sections contain all the knitting techniques that you need to knit socks, including how to knit in the round with different needles, jogless stripes, adding beads, colourwork, two-at-a-time sock knitting, plus lots more.

So everything is here for you to start, or continue, your sock knitting adventures.

Whichever projects you choose, I hope this sock bible will be a useful resource for years to come, as you build up your own colourful and cosy hand-knitted sock drawer.

Happy sock knitting,

Lynne xx