Socks

by Rita Taylor

Overview

Socks are a quick, portable knitting project, but with numerous ways to create the heels and toes, they can seem complex. This accessible book breaks down the key construction techniques with step-by-step tutorials and examples, to demystify the process for new knitters and inspire more confident knitters with new stitch patterns and finishes. Measuring guides, yarn advice and design considerations also ensure you can produce socks that are not only well-knitted, but fit well and are comfortable too. Topics covered include: types of yarn, needles and equipment, including how to use circular and double pointed needles; sock construction techniques for different heels and toes and finally, sizing and measuring with consideration to different sock styles and purposes. There are thirteen complete sock patterns to practise the different construction techniques.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780719840630
Publisher:	Crowood Press, The
Publication date:	07/26/2022
Series:	Knitting Techniques
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	80
File size:	12 MB
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About the Author

Rita Taylor is a self-taught knitter who has been designing for more than twenty-five years. She has designed for yarn companies and several publications, including top knitting magazines such as Knit Now and The Knitter, and is keen to pass on her knowledge to others so that they can continue to promote this long established and practical skill. She has a degree in history and has spent many years researching the traditional and social aspect of knitting from all parts of the world. Two of her previous books, Aran Design and Scandinavian Knitwear, were also published by The Crowood Press.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements 6

Abbreviations and Chart Key 7

Introduction 9

1 Materials and Measurements 11

2 Techniques 19

3 Heels 35

4 Toes 41

5 Projects 51

6 Now Create Your Own 77

Index 80