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Kate
Atherley is serious about socks. She has written a book, Custom Socks, with
a near encyclopedic amount of detail on everything you need to know about hand
knitted socks.
The sizing
chart is great – there is lots of detail. I was happy to see that she included
socks for children. I recently knit a pair of socks for my granddaughter, and
not realizing how fast she was growing, knitted the socks about an inch too
short.
I
also like that she even included whether to measure bunions in the total
measurement of the circumference of the foot. That attention to detail is what
sets this book apart.
Kate
takes the measurements and the good fit of socks very seriously. By telling us
how to measure our feet, what to measure, and what amount of ease to allow for,
she really helps us get on the right path to well fitting socks.
The
most valuable and perhaps unique Section of the book is adjustments for non
average feet. I don't think this material has been covered in such detail
before.
The patterns
in the book are beautiful. The patterns
alone would make the book worthwhile, but the added attention to detail, and
the directions on how to get the best fit, take this book to the next level. In
my opinion, any serious sock knitter would appreciate this book.
Here
are some of my favorite designs. The Wellington Road
socks feature beautiful cables that twine up the sock in a graceful way.
Wellington Road |
Each
sock has both a top down and toe up version. This is really helpful and again,
something I don't think I have seen before.
The Harcourt is lovely with an easy lace pattern to give it
distinction.
Harcourt |
A
beautiful colorwork sock is the Lindisfarne .
The stranded color work produces a striking graphic pattern that both men and
women would be happy to wear.
Lindisfarne |
The Carpita is another
colorwork sock that has a really pretty design on it.
For
each design, Kate has paid attention to how the pattern flows from the top
to the bottom and how it is treated at the heel and gusset. Nothing is left to
chance.
For
example, the Wellesley
Sock has graceful cables flowing down from the top to the bottom.
Kate
includes a basic sock for those who like to use self-striping yarns, and don't
need to put a lot of work into a complicated sock pattern to get interesting socks.
The author has done a great job of compiling and amassing all the knowledge that is needed
to produce great socks that your family and friends (those lucky enough to
receive them), will enjoy for years.
Once again, Interweave is sponsoring a giveaway of this book. Please comment on this blog post saying why you would like to win this book, and also sign up for my newsletter (top right corner of the blog) to to be entered into the drawing. Please include an email address or Ravelry ID so I can contact you if you win. I'll choose the winner on September 16, 2015 and announce it here on the blog.
Good luck!
Next time, I'll continue my series on choosing and using Color. Did you miss Part 1? It's right here!
Disclaimer: I was given a review copy of this book.
New Design
I just published the Willowbrook Shawl.
This is a pretty side to side shawl especially designed for gradient sets. The pattern gives instructions for using several types of gradient sets, plus directions for various sizes of a single skein.
This pattern uses mostly garter stitch with a delicate lace edge for a nice relaxing knit. The simple stitch will really show off a unique variegated, semi-solid or handspun yarn.
And there's a coupon code - get 20% off right now with code 'SEPT20'.
I just published the Willowbrook Shawl.
This is a pretty side to side shawl especially designed for gradient sets. The pattern gives instructions for using several types of gradient sets, plus directions for various sizes of a single skein.
This pattern uses mostly garter stitch with a delicate lace edge for a nice relaxing knit. The simple stitch will really show off a unique variegated, semi-solid or handspun yarn.
And there's a coupon code - get 20% off right now with code 'SEPT20'.
I love knitting socks! My go to project when traveling, working on bigger projects, or when I just need something different. They are never boring as there are so many ways to vary every part.
ReplyDeleteBeverly, how shall I contact you if you win?
DeletePeople love the appeal of custom made products. OEM sock designs are excellent options for people, but the problem is that sometimes designs get messed up in translation when the manufacturers get the designs. custom logo barre socks
DeleteI recently (just under a year ago) started knitting, and I've become obsessed with socks. I made thick ones for my husband and step mother, then I made my first fingering weight pair for myself and finished them last week. (I'm wearing them right now! ) I started my second pair yesterday.
ReplyDeleteThis book would be so helpful in my quest for the perfect sock!
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ReplyDeleteRavelry: frydaze1
I'd like to win this book because not only are the designs beautiful but because winter is coming!!!
ReplyDeleteRavelry I'd is cmlyttle
ReplyDeleteI like making socks! I hope I win... On Ravelry I am emjay.
ReplyDeleteI've heard great things about this book. Would love to do colorwork socks again. Rav amchart
ReplyDeleteI have not knit socks in a few years, and I need some new socks.
ReplyDeleteI am finnknitter on Ravelry.
I love knitting socks. This book would be a great addition to my library.
ReplyDeleteLmecoll on Ravelry
I'm not a knitting veteran, but I'm obsessed. I've been teaching myself with online videos. Socks are my next lesson. The lesson plan includes toe up and top down lessons. I can't wait to use both and fill my sock drawer! Ravelry ID: Booshkaboo
ReplyDeleteI'd love this book because I don't have any sock knitting books and this one looks like the ultimate book to have.
ReplyDeleteknittylucia on Ravelry
I'd love to win this book because the designs are beautiful and I have been making more socks this year than I ever have. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleterav ID fishgirl182
I would live to win Kate's book to add to my repertoire on sock techniques. I really like textures like that on the Marpleridge sock. I'm Potchke on Raveley.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway! This book sounds like just what I need - all the little details! My mom has bunions and my daughter has narrow feet, so this is perfect. I'll buy it even if I don't win.
ReplyDeleteI'm emzmom on Ravelry.
I am a new sock person, although I've been knitting for most of my life, but I have a terrific friend who adores knitting socks and has surprised me with a couple pairs. I'll give this book to her - not as a hint, though! I'm also MLH860 on Ravelry.
ReplyDeleteThese socks look amazing. I love your shawl design using the gradient sets!
ReplyDeletekathyg on Rav
I love knitting socks and have got my eye on the gorgeous lace Harcourt socks!
ReplyDeletelindarumsey on Ravelry.
Very interesting comments about this book. I feel like I am in such a rut with my sock knitting, this might be just the thing to jump-start me again!
ReplyDeletedianelaces on Ravelry
I love to wear hand knit socks, and this book would be a superb addition to my library. Sumac on Rav
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ReplyDeleteThank you for reviewing this book and for offering the give away. I love the idea of custom knit socks because two of the people I knit socks for, including myself, have hard to fit feet. YarnMoll on Ravelry
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book for my sister who knits socks for me.
ReplyDeleteThanks for a chance to win this great book.
knittingdancer on Ravelry
Thanks so much for reviewing this book. It sounds like a great resource for making well fitting socks. 100Creations on Ravelry.
ReplyDeleteI would love to become a sock knitter.
ReplyDeletedoobee60 on Ravelry.
I want to knit better fitting socks.
ReplyDeletesparky136 on Ravelry
This book is a must have. Unfortunately with the static charge ability of our carpet I can't wear slippers, and socks are the only way to keep my feet warm in winter.
ReplyDeleteTimRachel on Ravelry
I love knitting socks and always look for better ways to get a good fit. Thank you for your wonderful blog.
ReplyDeleteI am NurseKimKnits on Ravelry.
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ReplyDeleteI'd love to win this book so I can get started on my Christmas knitting. I had already decided that I would like to make everyone on my list a pair of socks. There are some really pretty socks in this book. My Ravelry ID is fiberfetish.
ReplyDeleteI have always wanted to learn to knit socks. This book is perfect. Rav ID dieborl
ReplyDeleteI have never knit socks in my many years of knitting. Socks have been an intimidating project for me. This book looks like just the right inspiration to get me started, and rid the fear factor! Rav ID cllcraft
ReplyDeleteThis book looks like a perfect addition to my knitting library! I am an avid sock knitter and I gift most all of them. Having knit several hundred pairs I know I could use all the ins and outs of custom fitting for the recipients. The patterns look wonderful as well! Wrenknits on Ravelry.
ReplyDeleteI'm a fairly new sock knitter, and I am totally hooked! I'd love to expand my pattern repertoire! Mamamb on ravelry
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win because I have very large feet (UK women's size 10) and have yet to find a pattern that works. My Rav id is gricey27.
ReplyDeleteDCAlaneKnits just finished my second full pair of socks, and they have some fit issues. I'd love to get some great advice on how to fix them. Just what is a tall instep? Where should you start the heel? How tight around the toes should the socks be?
ReplyDeleteI love to knit socks and this book will make it easier!
ReplyDeleteThanks
alikat2004 on ravelry
I would love to learn how to knit a well-fitting pair of socks. This book sounds like it would really help!
ReplyDeleteshoebee on Ravelry
I love Kate Atherley's approach to sock knitting, I especially love the Lindisfarne ones! Love your shawl as well!
ReplyDeletewoolyeyes on Ravelry
I am addicted to knitted socks! But I often have to rip the heel out two or three times to get them to fit right. Would love to know the secret to getting them right the first time!
ReplyDeleteGypsyScarfWoman on Rav
I would love to win this book Custom Socks!!! I have knit 4 pairs of socks over the last 10 years and none of them fit me properly. This book could really help me!
ReplyDeleteCraftT on Rav
Good Luck everyone!
I love handmade socks but I've only made one pair for myself. I could really use this book (asimplehomestd on Rav)
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