Hello! Happy Sunday!
Today we are talking about socks. I have a review for you as well as some great KALs that are going on that will allow you to get your sock knitting on.
If you are like me and one of your New Year's knitting goals is to knit more socks then Sock Star may be for you.
Sock Star is an E-book that was created by Jody Richards of Knotions. In case you are not familiar with Knotions it is a brilliant resource for knitting and crochet that is chalked full of patterns, tutorials, resources...and the list goes on. Back to Sock Star, whether you are a seasoned sock knitter or a newbie this E-Book is for you.
Everything you need or ever wanted to know about sock knitting is included in Sock Star (here are just a few ).
- Anatomy of a sock
- Toe up construction
- Cuff Down construction
- Heels
- Toes
Like I mentioned these are just a few. One of my favorite things about this book is how it goes into informative topic such as how certain yarn content can effect the strength, stretch, stitch definition, super wash and absorption of your sock. Information like that is priceless for all sock knitters. I admit on more than one occasion I have knit socks that didn't fit or stay up due to the wrong yarn choice on my part.
As if all the written information wasn't enough, Sock Star also has amazingly detailed photos to assist in the translation. Everything you can want and more is included. Seriously think of something that you would like to know about sock knitting- it is in Sock Star.
Thank you Jody I for offering up this smart resource for me to be able to review. Jody is also offering up a discount code for Sock Star using the code msk when checking out here. This will get you $1.00 off the $5.95 price. If you ask me, $5.00 for a E-Book with this amount of information is a steal. This coupon code will be good through Sunday January 15th.
If you would like to know about Sock Star you can also visit Knotions.
Now how about knit-alongs? One of the best things about Ravelry is the community it has created for us. We can get support, make friends, share pattern ideas and knit along with other's like us who have similar tastes and interests.
Here are a few groups that are hosting sock knitting themed knit-alongs.
- Yarngasm group- Box O' Sox
- My Sister's Knitter- Personal sock yarn club2017
- Sock knitters
- Sock Knitter's Anonymous
- Grocery Girls- Socktawk
I am positive there are many more. Please feel free to share in the comments if you know of any others.
I will leave you with a video from Arne and Carlos.
Have the best day today!
XO,
Andi
2017 does seem to be The Year of Sock Knitting and I'm looking forward to filling MY box with 12 pairs of socks.
Have a very knitty day!
Posted by: Dee | 01/08/2017 at 08:57 AM
I love sock yarn - I just do not love knitting socks - so sad. I think I am finally okay with this reality in my knitting life!
Posted by: Juliann | 01/08/2017 at 10:35 AM
What an interesting e-book! I'll have to pick it up. Thanks for posting about it :)
Posted by: Jen | 01/08/2017 at 11:31 AM
Love the books that include how-to information, it is so nice to have the extra "behind the scenes" tips how to make modifications and customization. Happy Sunday!
Posted by: Alina | 01/08/2017 at 11:40 AM
Knitted socks are beautiful!! I imagine they must feel soft! I will check the site and see what they have for crochet!!! Have a great knitting week!
Posted by: Angela | 01/08/2017 at 11:41 AM
I surely do enjoy hand knit socks but I know I won't get time to knit a 'box full'. I'm hoping to get time to at least knit 2 or 3 pair this year. I'm nearly finished my sweater. Trying to knit in December and over the New Year is disastrous for trying to carve out time. Normally a sweater only takes me a few weeks but this has been about 6 weeks! so far.
Posted by: DIane | 01/08/2017 at 12:24 PM
It is always good to hear a trusted opinion about fiber-related books out there. And I'll be joining in on your Personal Sock Yarn Clube 2017. I know my LBK Christmas Eve CO won't be eligible but since Frankie is now done and documented, I can cast on another sock for Yarngasm's Box of Sox KAL as I missed it last year.
Also, glad to be able to be a part of your Stash Down 2017. I have three WIPs tagged.
Posted by: Stefanie | 01/08/2017 at 04:00 PM
Bring on the Year of the Sock!! I am looking ahead to possibly participating in some Socktober KALs this year, i think that would fun. And to try tow up socks, since the toe is where I often struggle- I have wide, square toes, and most toe pockets are no fun for me!
Posted by: Julie | 01/09/2017 at 10:24 AM
I've been meaning to knit more socks for a couple years now-I used to get so many pairs done when sitting in class, and now I'd rather knit bigger things in my free time :( But I'm definitely checking out some sock KALs, and even if I don't participate, I'm definitely using them for inspiration and motivation!
Posted by: Kat | 01/09/2017 at 03:15 PM
I am wearing a pair of hand knit socks as I type this. They are such a treat to wear :) Happy New Year!!
Posted by: karen | 01/11/2017 at 07:26 AM
Thank you & Jody! (Where's my debit card?)
There must be something in the air because this is the year I decided to try more socks too. I actually just started knitting a guage swatch for a pair.
Posted by: Fuego Azul | 01/11/2017 at 01:26 PM
Important question for my sock knitting expert friend (that is you), do you like nylon in your sock yarn??? Or prefer yarn without nylon?
Posted by: Andrea @ This Knitted Life | 01/15/2017 at 08:27 AM
Interesting indeed. In August 2016, I decided to knit more socks. Since that time I've knit thirteen. January, I knit five. My standard it to knit four at a time, toe-up on one long circular cable. My goal for this year is to knit 20 pairs of socks. I just need to knit 15 more!
Posted by: Opal @Threadlover | 02/04/2017 at 05:57 AM