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Stitching & Crafting Room:  Two at a time, toe up socks  |
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star-schipp
True Blue Farmgirl
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Starletta
Middletown
Indiana
USA
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 Posted - Nov 10 2010 : 06:32:21 AM
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I ran across a pattern for two-at-a-time socks that are knit from the toe-up. Has anyone tried this and would you have any pointers? I've knit socks before on double points but sometimes end up with the "orphan" sock and don't ever get to the other one... ...I was thinking this would be a good solution. any thoughts?
We can do no great things; only small things with great love - Mother Teresa
Star - farmgirl sister #1927
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dutchy
True Blue Farmgirl
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Posted - Nov 10 2010 : 07:32:03 AM
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My mother always used that technique when she knitted a sweater, always knitted the sleeves 2 at a time. Same if she knitted cardigans, the 2 front panels always together, and again the sleeves too. That way they always were the same :)
I don't know how to knit socks but I guess it would be a great way to do this :)
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vintagediva1
True Blue Farmgirl
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Michele
Brighton
Michigan
USA
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Posted - Nov 10 2010 : 07:40:06 AM
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I have done the cuff down 2 socks at time on 2 circulars.
I liked that method but it was hard to not get laddering with really fine sock yarn. Seemed to work better for bulkier socks.
It is the ONLY way I will knit socks for my son since he has huge feet and I know I would never get the second sock done LOL
The best thing about this method is that they are always exactly the same size
Michele
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prairielandherbs
True Blue Farmgirl
690 Posts
Maggie
Iowa
USA
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Posted - Nov 11 2010 : 11:14:07 AM
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| I do this too. my hint: I alwasy take the socks off the circs and put them on DPN's to turn the heel. I find that MUCH easier. |
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star-schipp
True Blue Farmgirl
942 Posts
Starletta
Middletown
Indiana
USA
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Posted - Nov 11 2010 : 11:40:36 AM
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Thanks Maggie, it was the turning the heel that seemed confusing to me. Good idea!
We can do no great things; only small things with great love - Mother Teresa
Star - farmgirl sister #1927
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4179 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
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Posted - Nov 14 2010 : 04:17:24 AM
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I have made alot of socks two at a time, on one circular needle. The only way to do it. I have made them from the top down, or the toe up. Either way works well.
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melody
True Blue Farmgirl
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Melody
The Great North Woods in the Land of Hiawatha
USA
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Posted - Nov 14 2010 : 06:29:48 AM
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Do you have any easy beginner sock instructions? I would love to learn how to knit socks...
Melody
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Nigella
True Blue Farmgirl
386 Posts
Nigella
Chimacum
WA
USA
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Posted - Nov 19 2010 : 2:12:02 PM
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I just purchased a book that our local yarn shop owner put together complete with step-by-step pictures on this exact subject. I can't wait to try it. I've never had the courage to finish a sock but I think the photos are just what a visual learner like me needs!
Sister #1213
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star-schipp
True Blue Farmgirl
942 Posts
Starletta
Middletown
Indiana
USA
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Posted - Jan 20 2011 : 07:19:54 AM
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Okay, I'm doing pretty well with the two-at-a-time sock technique but I'm really frustrated because my stitches kind-of "catch" where the needle and cable meet. Any suggestions on a brand of cabled needles that are better with having a smooth join at the needle/cable? I'm not sure what brand I am using - bamboo needle that I purchased last year at Hobby Lobby. They weren't very expensive so I should have expected that I would have a problem. I just need some guidance on a good brand.
We can do no great things; only small things with great love - Mother Teresa
Star - farmgirl sister #1927
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Nigella
True Blue Farmgirl
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Nigella
Chimacum
WA
USA
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Nigella
True Blue Farmgirl
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Nigella
Chimacum
WA
USA
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Posted - Jan 20 2011 : 08:01:42 AM
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For those of you just starting out on socks I found YouTube to be an excellent resource! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9NQMGCo_mXY&feature=feedf hopefully that takes you to the right place, if not, try searching for How to Knit Socks Part 1 by dorret. She's got 3 or 4 parts. Watch it a couple of times and then just jump in and knit along with her. Socks make a lot more sense when you just go for it.... does that make sense?? 
Sister #1213
Farm-made aprons and vintage goodies
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"Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work."
~Thomas Edison~
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Prairie Gypsy
True Blue Farmgirl
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Tammy
Wolford
North Dakota
USA
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Posted - Jan 20 2011 : 09:29:51 AM
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I second the Addi Turbo knitting needles. I love them. My MIL and SILs all swear by Knitpick's line of needles (www.knitpicks.com). I've never used them so I can't give an opinion. If you plan to be serious about knitting I highly recommend getting your needles at a knitting store or online instead of a craft store so you get better quality needles. The Addi Turbos can be expensive but IMHO worth every cent compared to the ones I'd gotten years ago when I first started knitting. Also try knitting on different types of needles (bamboo, metal, etc.) to see which gives you the best feel. I thought I preferred bamboo for all my knitting but have found I prefer the metal needles for sock making and for making dishclothes.
Farmgirl Sister # 2363
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Keeper of the Past
True Blue Farmgirl
925 Posts
Sarita
Battle Creek
Michigan
USA
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Posted - Jan 20 2011 : 4:04:40 PM
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You can now buy Addi needles on Ebay too. I too like using metal needles to make socks. I really like the Aero dp knitting needles for knitting socks. I have various types of circular needles, some I like and some just sits in the drawer.
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sunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
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Wendy
Utah
USA
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Nigella
True Blue Farmgirl
386 Posts
Nigella
Chimacum
WA
USA
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Posted - Mar 15 2011 : 2:05:59 PM
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Since I posted a reply, I've tried Addis and knitpicks fixed circulars and I love both. Knitpick's a little bit better because of the price ;). Knitpicks will also replace the needles if they break, I have no idea if Addi does the same thing or not.
Sister #1213
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