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Toe-up Socks using German Short Rows (Self Striping Yarn)

I made this for myself. (Knitter dog helped...)

Created by: Elizabeth H

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    Sometimes, you just need a simple project to soothe your soul. Paton's Kroy sock yarn does the work of creating nicely-defined stripes. And... If you're using more than one skein, be *sure* to note where you began in the variegated sequence so that you can match it on the second sock. Oy! I had to join yarn at the heel, and lucked out with two shanks that matched. As I've said before, I learn something new every time I knit something.

    Yarns

    Needles & Hooks

    • Single Point 5.00mm (US 8) 30cm
    • Circular 3.25mm (US 3) 80cm

    Accessories

    • Tapestry Needle

    Measurements

    any

    Notes: This pattern is extremely well-written. It's a great introduction to German short rows, which some knitters find easier than wrap & tie. There are also videos illustrating the technique on Very Pink Knits.

    I used "Magic Loop" (instead of four double-pointed needles) to make these socks. I find it easier to turn the heel with the 'live' stitches still on the circular needle. Also, I cast off with a straight needle several sizes larger to keep the top from being too tight.

    Tags

    • Socks
    • Men
    • Women

    Craft

    Knitting

    Skill Level

    Intermediate

    Status

    Complete
    Started on: Feb 11, 2018 Finished on: Feb 18, 2018

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    2 Comments

    • Alison B

      • Portsoy

      Lovely socks, pretty colours too,love your dog is he watching you knit ? :)
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      • Elizabeth H

        • Healdsburg

        Hi Alison -- Our dog (Boomer) loves it when I knit! He knows where to find me and often lays by my side while I'm knitting.
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