Cable Socks with Angela
Join us for a cable sock knitting workshop where you will learn the fundamental techniques of crafting a simple cable sock. Perfect for those new to the world of sock knitting or those of you who are interested in refining your sock knitting skills. This class will provide hands-on guidance and foundational skills you'll need to take the mystery out of knitting this unique a cable pattern on your socks.
Class Highlights:
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Introduction to Materials: Cable needle, possibly using a larger needle for the sock to account for the cable pattern.
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Anatomy of a Sock: Familiarize yourself with a simple cable sock pattern.
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Reading a Sock Pattern: Break down the Harriet Sock pattern to understand its structure and instructions, and how this applies to the fit of the finished sock.
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Cable Techniques: Look at the different ways of moving stitches to create the cable pattern. To include using a cable needle and not using a cable needle.
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Tips and Troubleshooting: Discuss common challenges faced by beginners and learn practical tips to overcome them. We will also discuss ways to help with the fit of the finished sock. .
By the end of this class, participants will have a solid understanding of knitting a cable sock, and with a bit of practice, you will be knitting them confidently. Whether you're knitting for yourself or as a heartfelt gift, this class will set you on a path to creating beautiful wearable art that fits comfortably.
Materials needed for class:
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Pattern: Harriet Socks by Summer Lee, a pattern of her The Sock Project: Colorful, Cool Socks to Knit and Show Off
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Fingering weight sock yarn 100g
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Sock: a starter sock that has the cast on complete for your sock size.
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Needles: appropriate for your yarn, if you are a tight knitter, I recommend US 1.5 or 2, otherwise US1. Participants can choose Magic Loop, DPNs, Or 9” circulars. Please note: If using 9” circulars, you may want to have a second 9” or 12” circular to knit your heel.
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Cable Needle of the knitters choice
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Skill Details: | You will need to know knit and purl stitches and basic decreases, like knit two together and slip slip knit. |
| Materials Included: | No |
| Instructor: | Angela |
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