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Stitching & Crafting Room:  My First Try At Sock Knitting!  |
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lamarguerite farm
True Blue Farmgirl
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missy
Battle Ground
Wa
USA
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 Posted - Jan 12 2007 : 09:33:12 AM
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I went to my first sock knitting class last night!! It was fun, but my brain hurt when I left. It was a lot of info in two hours, but if I sit down with it again today I'm sure it will come to me. I made a few mistakes, but I know what I did wrong in order to correct it. She started us out on practice yarn. I ripped out what I had done last night and re-casted everything on this morning to give it another try. I want to make sure feel fairly comfortable with it before I move on to my expensive yarn. I'll take a picture of my progress at the end of the day and post it on my blog. I can't wait to have my first pair of socks. There sure were some beautiful yarns there last night!!
Blessings,
Missy
If you have a dream, even if you don't feel qualified to accomplish it, just try your hardest.-Maggie Jensen
http://18happyhens.blogspot.com
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Shirley
True Blue Farmgirl
734 Posts
Shirley
Olympia
Wa
USA
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Posted - Jan 12 2007 : 11:05:36 AM
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Good for you Missy,
just keep practicing, I went for years and could not GET IT, then all of a sudden it seemed like something kicked in and they are easy, and I really like doing the heel.
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
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Posted - Jan 12 2007 : 12:21:50 PM
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I'm wearing my very first pair of handknit socks today...I knit them a few years ago and they're pretty good - albeit a little short on the cuff. Sock knitting is so fun! I'm glad that you are liking your class and just diving in. I can't wait to see your progress photos!
Catherine's Advice: Don't skimp on the cuff just because you are antsy to get to the heel!
The Yarn Harlot's Advice: "Remember, there are no Knitting Police. Do what you want!"
(The Yarn Harlot is Stephanie Pearl-McPhee and can be found at http://www.yarnharlot.ca/blog/ - I love her "no knitting police" advice and remember it often when I am wondering whether I should stick to a pattern or go with my gut.)
Happy Sock Knitting Missy!
Catherine
http://yogurtandgranola.blogspot.com |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
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Posted - Jan 12 2007 : 2:03:48 PM
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I did the same thing on my first socks..so eager to get to that heel...my favorite pairs have a generous cuff!! I am not a wearer of short ankle socks anyhow..so I don't know what I was thinking on that first pair. You will do great Missy..isn't it fun????
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
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Cindy Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
510 Posts
Cindy
Sparks
Nevada
USA
510 Posts |
Posted - Jan 12 2007 : 6:35:18 PM
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Missy I and working on my first pair too! I belong to a knitting group and am so new that scarves are the only thing I've done. Well, the rest are doing socks and said they would walk me through it with them. I have to admit that it doesn't come easily to me like other crafts but I am getting there! I am turning the heel now. Doesn't that sound HARD!! Please keep us posted and I will let you know how mine are going. The cuff seems to be a little small on mine and my husband noticed it too. I told him that if I EVER get them done I will loose weight so they will fit!!
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lamarguerite farm
True Blue Farmgirl
649 Posts
missy
Battle Ground
Wa
USA
649 Posts |
Posted - Jan 12 2007 : 9:29:03 PM
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Thanks for the encouragement girls. The pattern she has us working on says to go 6" from the top of the cuff and then start the heel. Does that sound like it will be long enough? I'm only 3" into it so there's plenty of time to add more if I need to. I worked on it quite a bit this evening and will post a picture tomorrow. I prefer a sock with a little longer cuff as well. The yarn is a self striping with some pretty crazy colors in mostly wool. I get a kick out of wearing "unusual socks".
Cindy- that would be so fun to share our progress. My brain hurt a little by the time I left yesterday, but I'm already feeling pretty comfortable with what I have learned so far. Still feeling a little clumsy with all the needles, but I'm sure that will get better with time.
Catherine- I got the mitten pattern today!! Thank you so much and it's exactly what I was looking for. As soon as I get my socks done that will be my next project.
Blessings,
Missy
If you have a dream, even if you don't feel qualified to accomplish it, just try your hardest.-Maggie Jensen
http://18happyhens.blogspot.com
http://LamargueriteFarm.etsy.com |
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Cindy Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
510 Posts
Cindy
Sparks
Nevada
USA
510 Posts |
Posted - Jan 13 2007 : 3:39:29 PM
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| Missy, I turned my heal last night and it was easier than I thought, I had no problems at all. I will need help with picking up the side again (Wed meeting) so I staarted the other sock. I really want to knit and since I'm stuck....I will work on the mate! Good luck and keep us posted! Cindy |
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lamarguerite farm
True Blue Farmgirl
649 Posts
missy
Battle Ground
Wa
USA
649 Posts |
Posted - Jan 13 2007 : 6:17:34 PM
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I posted a picture of my sock progress on my blog tonight. cindy, I'm excited to move onto the next part. I wish I had more needles to go ahead and start on the other one as you have. I would love to see a picture if you are able.
Blessings,
Missy
If you have a dream, even if you don't feel qualified to accomplish it, just try your hardest.-Maggie Jensen
http://18happyhens.blogspot.com
http://LamargueriteFarm.etsy.com |
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
846 Posts |
Posted - Jan 13 2007 : 6:54:30 PM
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Awesome! I just left a comment over there for you. So cool, keep on going and you'll have a pair of fun socks in no time!
Catherine :)
http://yogurtandgranola.blogspot.com |
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lamarguerite farm
True Blue Farmgirl
649 Posts
missy
Battle Ground
Wa
USA
649 Posts |
Posted - Jan 13 2007 : 8:25:43 PM
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Thanks for all of your encouragement Catherine. I think it's so awesome when people use there knowledge and talents to help and encourage others along the way. You are such a sweet and talented lady!!
Blessings,
Missy
If you have a dream, even if you don't feel qualified to accomplish it, just try your hardest.-Maggie Jensen
http://18happyhens.blogspot.com
http://LamargueriteFarm.etsy.com |
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Cindy Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
510 Posts
Cindy
Sparks
Nevada
USA
510 Posts |
Posted - Jan 14 2007 : 11:59:54 AM
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Missy, I went to your blog and snooped around a bit, LOVE your sock yarn! My Mother in law gave me a BAG of sock yarn and that is why I decided to make socks! I like her yarn but would like to choose my own at some point.
I took a peek at your chicken friends and found out that you make soap! I am dying to learn, maybe this summer!
Keep knitting...........Cindy
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lamarguerite farm
True Blue Farmgirl
649 Posts
missy
Battle Ground
Wa
USA
649 Posts |
Posted - Jan 14 2007 : 12:15:00 PM
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thanks Cindy!! It's fun to see how the stipes come out while you're knitting. Just a little warning....soap making is just as addicting as knitting!! haha www.millersoap.com is a great sight for biginners and she has some good links to other sights. I'm actually thinking of doing a beginners soap making class here once a month. Too bad you're not closer, I would be happy to teach you!!
Blessings,
Missy
If you have a dream, even if you don't feel qualified to accomplish it, just try your hardest.-Maggie Jensen
http://18happyhens.blogspot.com
http://LamargueriteFarm.etsy.com |
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Utahfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1940 Posts
Portland
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Jan 14 2007 : 3:43:09 PM
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Missy, I'm awestruck by your sox! I finally went to a class last year and started a pair but I really need hands-on help AFTER the classes as I go along. Maybe when we get together we can do it together . Sure would be fun!
Love,
Patricia
Farmgirls do it organically! |
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
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Posted - Jan 14 2007 : 4:14:00 PM
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Missy- Your socks are going to be CUTE!! I love your scarf also. I haven't tried my hand at socks yet. (But it's on my list of things to do this year.) Way to go girl!!
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lamarguerite farm
True Blue Farmgirl
649 Posts
missy
Battle Ground
Wa
USA
649 Posts |
Posted - Jan 14 2007 : 7:14:06 PM
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Thanks Karin!! Patricia- I've been thinking about you and wondering if you were getting settled in ok. I would love to get together and knit socks!! Just let us know when is a good time for you.
Blessings,
Missy
If you have a dream, even if you don't feel qualified to accomplish it, just try your hardest.-Maggie Jensen
http://18happyhens.blogspot.com
http://LamargueriteFarm.etsy.com |
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Utahfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1940 Posts
Portland
Oregon
USA
1940 Posts |
Posted - Jan 15 2007 : 10:40:17 AM
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Missy, I'm ready!! give me a call and we'll set something up. Gotta find a good tea room here. Your Mom has my number or email me privately. Woo hoo!!!
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newheart
True Blue Farmgirl
471 Posts
Margie
Owings Mills
Maryland
USA
471 Posts |
Posted - Jan 17 2007 : 07:42:45 AM
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I am reading all this lovely news about sock knitting and I could just scream...(not loud).. I have been wanting to learn to knit socks for a year and every place I called said" Well, first you will have to knit a baby sweater (my baby is 37 and is the size of Hulk Hogan) there is not enough wool to make him a sweater...Then "we" will knit a scarf (I already have 12 knitted scarfs) and last "we" will see about knitting socks......Ain't that a kick in the butt.. I have read and looked at all your blogs and they are beautiful, but here I sit with Still no socks to knit...I have the wool, needles and 3 pattrens, but no teacher.....
Newheart
Love of friends and family makes the world go round..and always a little Chocolate.
margie
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
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Posted - Jan 17 2007 : 07:47:42 AM
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Margie! I wish I could come over to your house and teach you to knit socks right away today. It's really not hard! Click on this link below and follow it along. If you have your yarn and needles, then you're all set to dig in. This is an incredibly detailed pattern (something like 21 pages) and it has pictures for every step of the way.
http://www.cometosilver.com/socks/SockClass_Beginning.htm
I say, GO FOR IT! My mom knit a cabled sweater for her very first (and only) knitting project back in the 60s. Who is to say that you CAN'T do socks early on? (They're really not that hard!!!)
Catherine, lover of sock knitting
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Cindy Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
510 Posts
Cindy
Sparks
Nevada
USA
510 Posts |
Posted - Jan 17 2007 : 4:57:28 PM
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Missy, I had to give you an update! I was at my knitting group today I have nearly finished my first sock! I only have the toe to do and have looked at the directions and it doesn't look too bad! How are you doing on yours? Let us know. Cindy
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lamarguerite farm
True Blue Farmgirl
649 Posts
missy
Battle Ground
Wa
USA
649 Posts |
Posted - Jan 17 2007 : 7:10:49 PM
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I've gotten the cuff and heel flap done. That's all she showed us last time. Thursday night(weather permitting) I have my second class and she'll show us how to finish it up. Was the heal really confusing? I'm a little nervous about figuring that part out. Can't wait to see pics!!
Love and Blessings,
Missy
If you have a dream, even if you don't feel qualified to accomplish it, just try your hardest.-Maggie Jensen
http://18happyhens.blogspot.com
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Edited by - lamarguerite farm on Jan 18 2007 10:24:47 AM |
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newheart
True Blue Farmgirl
471 Posts
Margie
Owings Mills
Maryland
USA
471 Posts |
Posted - Jan 18 2007 : 10:01:28 AM
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I am on the page and printing off everything.....may have to buy more ink, but if it gets me started I am there...it may be "cheaper" than a plane ticket to Minneapolis.....
I will let you all know how I am doing..... Catherine, just in case I have trouble, hang an old sock outside your door so I can find your house...
Newheart
Love of friends and family makes the world go round..and always a little Chocolate.
margie
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Cindy Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
510 Posts
Cindy
Sparks
Nevada
USA
510 Posts |
Posted - Jan 18 2007 : 12:10:13 PM
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Margie... I really think you can do it with my instructions that are on that site. They seem so detailed! I'm sure if you get stuck, the girls here can walk you through it and I bet even those yarn shops would help if you needed it. I have found that people really are eager to share their crafts with others.
Missy, I was nervous about "turning the heal" it sounded complicated but if you just take on row at a time, it magically turns out right. It's amazing really!
Best of luck to both of you and keep us posted! Cindy |
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