Basic Socks with Angela
If you've always wanted to try out sock knitting, this is the perfect opportunity! This class will walk you through all the basics, including different needle options. Join the world of happy sock knitters!
This class is available for in-person instruction only.
Skills you will learn:
- Sock knitting materials - best yarn choices, needle varieties (DPNs, short circulars, long circulars for Magic Loop)
- Anatomy of a sock - cuff, leg, heel flap, heel turn, gusset, foot, toe
- Reading a sock pattern
- Best cast on techniques for socks
- Knitting in the round
- Heel techniques
- Toe shaping
- Grafting
Skills you already need to have: Basic knitting knowledge required (cast on, bind off, knit & purl), no prior sock experience necessary!
Materials to bring to the first class:
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Pattern: Vanilla Socks on 9” Circulars, Vanilla Socks on Magic Loop, or Vanilla Socks on DPNs by Crazy Sock Lady (Available on Ravelry for $2/ pattern, or all 3 patterns for $5.)
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Yarn: 284-459 yards of fingering weight yarn
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Needles: US 1 (or US 2 if you're a tight knitter) - you can select DPNs, a 9" circular, or a 40" circular for Magic Loop
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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| Requirements: | Must have basic knitting knowledge, no prior sock knitting experience required! |
| Instructor: | Angela |
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This class cannot be purchased online. Please contact the store for more information.