This pattern called for short row toe which is both pretty and perfect for my foot. It's not super pleasant to knit however because I kept losing track of where I was at in the wraps and turns. So I might give Judy's magic cast on a try next time I do toe up. So I can compare. Also, garter stitch toe are AWESOME! It's super cute and super squishy and thick which makes it extra comfy when worn. Will definitely do that again.
The pattern itself is very well written, like I said it was my first time doing toe up and I managed it using only the pattern and without having to rip so it's a big win! The texture is quite cute and not complicated at all. It's also some sort of ribbing variation which means that the socks is quite stretchy. That's pretty cool considering I tend to knit too tightly. So would highly recommend it! It's 4£ or so I think and well worth it.
The yarn! I went super simple (and cheap) by using Cascade Heritage (it's a 80% superwash merino 20% nylon blend) in the best color ever: mustard yellow. Super nice to knit with + very sturdy yet soft. Definitely a reason to be cheerful!
Now let's talk about the not so good stuff. Sock #2 is smaller than the first one. I have no idea what happened to my gauge. Well I have a small idea. The last 10 days have been super stressful and scary and sad so I might have taken it up on my knitting hence the tighter gauge. The sock still fits thanks to the stretch in the pattern but looks smaller by like a centimeter around the leg when worn. Handmade isn't perfect right? I'm ok with it. I just really really need to move on to two at a time knitting. If I can solve the tangles and yarn mess of the process first. Wish me luck.
PS: I have no idea what my next pair will be. I really want to try some self stripping yarn but can't seem to find any in France, or in stock. We'll see.
Seriously, how fast a knitter are you?! You always choose the best colours too: these look excellent against the denim. Socks are still on my "I have to try this" list, but you are definitely inspiring me!
ReplyDeletenah I'm just a girl with no job who watches a lot of movies ;)
DeleteAww those socks look so cheerful indeed! Beautiful! Good look with the two at a time knitting!
ReplyDeleteThese are just perfect! The colour, the pattern everything! The thought of knitting socks totally scares me. My friend is knitting her first pair at the moment and I showed her your blog and we sat and ahhed at all the knitting goodness!
ReplyDeleteash that's just too sweet!! Hope your friend is having fun with her socks!
DeleteThose look super comfy!
ReplyDeleteThese socks are wonderful! When dealing with stressful times, my stitches are often the ones to take the brunt of it all. :)
ReplyDeleteGood luck with two at a time. I am sure you will master it!
Lovely socks! I've never thought to do garter stitch toes, but they look so comfortable I definitely want to try it now. And I love the yellow! Such a great color.
ReplyDeleteThese are indeed such cheerful socks! I love the color and the texture. It actually makes me want to try toe-up socks. I hope your stress eases up soon. I had some tension issues on my January socks too (my first colorwork on DPNs). Those mistakes tell a story though.
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