The ultimate guide to every aspect of sock knitting for knitters of
all abilities. Whether you've never picked up a double pointed needle in
your life or you've already started your sock knitting journey, this
book will help you on your way.
The Sock Knitting Bible will break down all the different techniques and
show wannabe sock knitters that there is nothing to be scared of.
Covering everything from casting on to colourwork and everything in
between, knitters won't find a better reference book for all their sock
knitting needs. Whether you want to knit toe up, cuff down or even two
at a time socks, we've got it covered. Sock knitting is the perfect
portable project too - once you know the basics you can dip in and out
until they are flying off your needles!
There are a lot of sock pattern books out there but this is more than a
pattern book - it covers all the different techniques and methods for
sock knitting! There are step-by-step instructions for all the various
sock knitting techniques so that instead of sounding like a foreign
language making socks becomes your second language. There are also
step-by-steps instructions for three basic socks so that you can follow
them even if you are an absolute beginner and then start to choose your
preferred method for sock making.
Author Lynne Rowe explains what kind of yarns are best suited to
different styles of sock and shares her techniques for how to get the
best finish. We also look at the different kinds of tools available for
making socks so you can experiment with double pointed needles, the
magic loop method and small circular needles as well as innovative new
products such as flexible dpns until you find your own favourite method.
With this book you can put that beautiful skein of hand dyed yarn you
couldn't resist to good use by making the perfect pair of socks because
in addition to the extensive techniques there are also 10 projects by
some of the most exciting and talented sock designers, illustrating a
number of the different knitting methods and styles. Here you will find
stripes, fair isle, cables, lacy, sparkly and snuggly socks: a pattern
for all your needs. It won't be long before you are delighting your
friends and family with your new found skills - just be sure to make
yourself a pair too!
But be warned: sock knitting is addictive!
