Thursday, November 15, 2018

Sock Challenge!

You would like hand knit socks?  Here is your chance to learn how 
to complete that perfect pair as Solene Knits is offering this
free class beginning November 18--


You will learn these basic steps in creating a wearable sock: 
  • How to do an elastic cast-on
  • How to work a sock in the round with double pointed or circular needles
  • How to work the heel flap and turn the heel with short rows
  • How to shape the gusset of your sock
  • How to work the toe and use grafting at the end for a perfectly seamless finish

Challenge schedule

Sunday November 18th - PART 1: Start your sock with a german twisted cast-on, learn about the different techniques to knit a sock in the round and work the cuff.
Monday November 19th - PART 2: Knit the leg of your sock and the mystery textured pattern starts to unravel!
Wednesday November 21st: PART 3: Learn how to work a reinforced heel flap and to turn the heel using short rows.
Friday November 23rd: PART 4: Work the foot of your sock with even more texture!
Monday November 26th: PART 5: Work the toe of your sock with decreases and graft the end together.

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