AKP/Ep. 58: Trying to become a Sock Knitter
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- Опубликовано: 19 окт 2024
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Here is what we chatted about today!
1) Garter Glide Tee by James N Watts
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Knit in Farmers Daughter Fibers, Foxy Lady base, Meet Me in Atlantic City and Olive Oyl
2) Socks! I chatted about the following Summer Lee designs:
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The socks I’m knitting are the basic sock in the Slouch Sock Set. I used various scraps for the colorful cuff, and Cascade Heritage in a grey color for the leg.
3) Books
The Story of Edgar Sawtelle, and Familiaris, both by David Wroblewski
Good Material by Dolly Alderton
Save Me the Plums by Ruth Reichl
Take Back Your Brain by Kara Loewentheil
You might consider ribbed socks, they are pretty forgiving for fit. DRK everyday sock pattern is pretty good and the all over rib on the foot doesn't bother me at all. Good luck on your sock journey!
Hi Leslie! I actually have that sock in my library…I am sort of regretting not doing that one, as I figure ribbing by nature gives a snugger fit. But that’s ok! Next time I definitely will. Toe up is slightly intimidating for some reason.
@@AnotherKnittingPod I use the turkish cast on - it isn't too hard. That other way, does it have a name?, is ridiculous!
To socks-shy knitters I warmly recommend knitting patterns with the Fleegle heel: this construction feels great on your feet without the actual heel tip landing exactly at a certain part of the knitted sock sack. This is important even if you do your knitting exactly right but then the sock usually stretches with wear and then shrinks a bit after each wash. Or if you knit socks for someone you can not or do not want constantly check the fit while knitting it. Or if you knit a sock for a child that is still growing. Short rows heels and heel flaps assume that your heel fits exactly in the foreseen spot, and it is a pain if the knitted heel scrambles below or above the actual heel....
Of course, it does not need to be Fleegle Fleegle heel, e.g. Bear Paw DK socks by Andrea Mowry are similar in its construction idea and are more suitable for the designer-appreciative chicks ;-)
I also recommend sock yarn with some silk content, especially for warmer temperatures, it are much nicer to knit and to wear.
Regarding your loose tension: work on it! Try knitting DK socks first on ridiculously thin needles. Try 3x3 ribbing instead of 1x1. Try things. Work on it. Slouchy socks are fine, but well fitting socks are superb. Your socks should feel a bit too small, or quite too small. Work on your tension, small needles, work on every stitch. If you have problems with tension only for the ribbing, try garter instead of ribbing, like the free pattern Troll-socks by Maja Karlsson.
Cheers!
Thank you so much for the advice!! I will take it to heart. And will definitely look up the Fleegle heel. You have clearly made your fair share of socks!! 💚
I’m obsessed with Summer Lee. Her color pairings are genius, I often find myself just copying her combinations because they are so perfect.
Couldn’t agree more! She has a beautiful eye for color palettes.
On the same vein as your "Oh how human of me" mantra, this quote from Anne Wilson Schaef I recently read struck me like a thunderbolt: “Perfectionism is self-abuse of the highest order.” I repeat this sentence to myself many times a day, whether it is accepting a tiny, tiny error in my knitting, as I play some wrong notes while attempting to master Bach partitas at the piano, or any other pursuit. I am trying very hard not to expect perfection in any aspect of my life because that is, indeed, self-abuse.
I love this so much. It’s the best part of getting older-realizing you are worthy of compassion and empathy as much as anyone else, and that its your job to protect yourself. There’s so much automatic negative self-talk running through our brains.
Summer Lee has a tighter gauge than other sock designers. I usually have to go down to a 1.5mm/000 or 1.75mm/00 to get gauge. I feel the denseness of the fabric helps them last longer.
Great to know…I am contemplating dropping down for the cuff of the second sock just to see a direct comparison!
You should definitely try it! It doesn’t take much time to redo a sock. 😊 Summer Lee has a few free sock patterns. Her basic sock has a gauge of 40 stitches for 4”. I have skinnier than average calves/ankles and the circumference of her sock is noticeably tighter and doesn’t fall down on me.
Oh yay for you!!! I’m so excited to see your sock knitting journey. I love Summer Lee, she is just adorable and delightful.
Your socks will look so good with Birks!
I am with you on the tween girl emotion roller coaster! We are just all on a wild ride! Six flags has nothing on these girls! 😂😂😂
This made me LOL! It’s so true. And they’re dragging us on the rollercoaster!
@@AnotherKnittingPod well who wants to ride it alone anyway!?!? 😂
Check out Knit Picks. Right now they have 25% off site wide. Their Stroll sock yarn comes in so many solid colors and regular price point is good. 50gr balls. Very soft and wear well.
Great podcast! 😁
Summer Lee herself says: the key to making the perfect pair of socks is to make a ton of socks. I'm in the same boat as you - long skinny feet, and still haven't made the perfect pair yet. Thank you for reminding me we have to be patient to find the right stitch count/needle size/etc.
Very smart! And even if they don’t fig perfectly, they are fun to make and very comfy to wear. The nice thing also is if we make something that really doesn’t work, we can rip it out and salvage the yarn. Unlike sewing!
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I agree with you regarding Summer ! She is a joy to watch and see her makes. Some of her patterns are in my cart on ravelry. I have knit quite a few pairs of socks but I still feel like rookie. I have the same gauge & tension problem with a 1x1 rib so I just knit all my socks with 2x2 rib now- problem solved and I love knitting 2x2. Use stitch markers every 10 rows and create your own sock recipe that you like that fits your foot. I think knowing my foot is 56 rows or leg is 20 blah blah makes the knitting go faster somehow. I Love the colors you chose for your socks! Stay cool! Blessings
My next sock will be a ribbed one for sure! I’m enjoying the sock journey for sure. I finally feel like I fell in love with it 🥳
yes I've read and loved Edgar Sawtelle 💕 Happy Reading and knitting! and yay for socks -I am an avid sock knitter for YEARS and I am still refining my socks regularly!
That makes me feel good! It’s a journey, always!
And happy to find another person who loves Edgar Sawtelle. It’s been lovely to re-immerse in this world again.
Yes! I’m an obsessed sock knitter in Denver, and working on a sock while riding Trail Ridge Road or walking in the mountains is absurdly satisfying. Good luck!
That’s so fun!! I think it’ll be a minute before I can walk and knit a sock. Those tiny stitches!
@@AnotherKnittingPod It’s great to always have new skills and abilities to learn. Thanks for sharing your enthusiasm and experience!
I freaking LOVED Edgar Sawtelle. I need to decide whether to read the new book on my Kindle or to listen to it. 900 pages is too much for me to carry around. Socks: yes, I too have freaky sized feet. Mine are like TINY. I found success with Andrea Mowry's Everyday Socks pattern- it's been the only pattern that gives me the negative ease that I want. But: a LOT of ribbing, so less than a joyous knitting experience.
Hello, my tiny footed friend! Curious how you find Familiaris and if you chose to read or listen! I definitely will be listening as that’s the only way I can finish such a long book in a reasonable amount of time.
DRK Everyday socks are next on my list! I somehow don’t mind ribbing too much, especially if it gives a better fit.
I am so late to the game! But I wanted to comment because I have the same sock knitting woes you do, I want to knit them but my gauge is very loose compared to other pattern knitters, and my feet have a less "standard" shape than others. The thing that saved me is Custom Socks by Kate Atherley. You gauge swatch, then she walks you through measuring your foot in a bunch of places, then she gives you the choice between a chart and doing the math yourself to come up with your own custom sock numbers (how many stitches to cast on, gusset stitches, how long to knit the foot etc). This finally cracked the curse for me! And she gives the option to do the socks from toe up or top down, and gives information on how to superimpose pattern details (like colorwork or textured stitches) on your custom sock numbers. Best of luck in your sock knitting adventures!
Love this so much! Thank you for giving me another resource. I’m embracing the trial and error of the whole process and not getting hung up on perfection. That’s making the sock journey much more enjoyable! What would we do without all the resources the internet has brought us!
I say read the old book first to get familiar with it again. A book came through on my Libby today...can't remember why I put a hold on it. It's called This is How It Always Is by Laurie Frankel. It's so charming and poignant...I had to tear myself away to watch your episode
I have definitely recommended that Laurie Frankel book! I loved it so much, I’ve read it twice 💚
I just discovered your podcast and am loving it, and I am a huge Summer Lee fan and an avid sock knitter!
Yay! Welcome and I’m so glad you stumbled upon my podcast! Summer Lee is amazing-I wish I could knit every one of her socks. She has such a fresh and fun aesthetic.
Ahh! I also am so excited for the prequel to Edgar Sawtelle! My battle with myself is to listen or read. I read the first book (also one of my favs - top 2) but I am now more of a listener because.....knitting. I am leaving for the beach in a week and need to decide what to do. I am happy for you to be embarking on your sock knitting journey! Have fun. You will figure out what works best for you before you know it.
We are the same!! I am too spoiled by audiobooks because I can knit and do the million other things I have to do! I had many fewer responsibilities back then 😂
My vote is for listening. I think it would take you a really long time to get through that book and you’d be able to knit a whole garment in that time. I started it yesterday, and the narration is really good. Haven’t gotten into the story yet, but hoping it will click soon!
I just started watching but had to comment on your mug! Isn’t it the best?! I love mine! I gifted them one year for Christmas and birthday presents to my family who are tea drinkers and coffee drinkers Love the color of yours! They sell travel mugs for your car! - you probably know - back to your podcast 😊…..
Hi Janet!! Yes, its the best! I feel so spoiled by my mug!! Such a great gift. Thankfully I’m not in my car too much so I can’t justify getting a travel mug, but what a great idea.
Have to thank you so much from your previous podcast you mentioned shorties for cuffs. I am a newbie and had one cuff done with double-pointed needles but it was sitting in the basket as I didn't want to deal with the second sleeve. I bought them this week and my sleeve is done and I am in love, Thank you so much!!!
That makes me so happy!! DPNs are not for me either. Now you will never dread sleeves!
I learned how to knit socks about 4 years ago. I didn't follow actual patterns, but learned a recipe which was focused on custom fitting for anyone based on a couple of measurements. I would recommend seeking out a means to learn that way, and then if you like a stitch pattern, you can put that together with your knowledge on the best fit formula.
That’s a very good idea. I am definitely working towards that now. I have found a heel that I like and I think I’m getting closer to the right stitch count!
😂😂😂 Be careful what you wish for! I was bit by the sock bug last year and now I just want to knit a sweater! But too many socks lol.
I highly suggest you try US 00. The fabric is supposed to be dense. But also do what you enjoy. I’m a very tight knitter so I may not be the best person to advise you.
Stick with sock experimenting Lena. You will find your swee spot. I use 2 circulars for my socks (2.5mm 60cm) Separates your front and back stitches and is easier than magic loop for me. Patty Lyons has some great short reels on tips to prevent laddering which helped me.
Thank you! I should try out the 2 circulars, but I am pretty happy with magic loop. It feels easy to toss in my bag and doesnt make a tangled mess.
Leena, your James Watts top is going to beautiful. I’m looking forward to seeing it. Your socks are super fun. Summer Lee has so many fun patterns and really describes things so well, often with videos to explain. So venture on, I really do believe it does take a few pair of socks before you figure out the correct “recipe” for your particular feet and find what works. My favorite lately is a free pattern called Heel Tab Shorty Socks by Larissa Gregorian. She actually has a video along with the pattern that walks you through it. My husband and I just got back from Boulder and I forget how very beautiful it is there. We stayed at my sister-in-law’s outside of town at a golf course neighborhood, because it was her son’s wedding weekend. So much fun 😁 If I get back there again I was wondering if you had a suggestion for a local yarn shop to visit?
Hi Julie! Were you staying near Boulder Country Club?? We are in and out of there all the time!
So many yarn shops…I love Longmont Yarn Shoppe though its about 20 minutes north of Boulder. Worth the drive. Lula Faye is in downtown Boulder and is also worth a visit!!
@@AnotherKnittingPod We were staying at my sister-in-law’s house at the Lake Valley Golf Course neighborhoods😀, a bit outside of Boulder. Beautiful area. Thanks for the recommendations! Hopefully next time we get there we’ll have more time so I can checkout those shops.
Oh my goodness I love you so much. We are so much alike in so many ways. I just started knitting socks. I am a new knitter, but I needed a tank top that turned out really well fit perfectly and I’m not a very fast but I just accept that, and I am knitting my second pair of socks And yes, it’s the Summerly sock. I signed up for her color sock club and she puts it in your Rary whenever she comes out with a new cuff color cuff you should check into that cause it’s really fun. I think you can still sign up for it because it’s all year long And the first pattern is the basic sock that she uses for all of the colorful cuffs so they’re just saved in your library and you’ll have them for all your long. It’s wonderful and your sock by the way I love all the colors. It’s beautiful yes and I love all of the colors the bright colors with the plain sock, that’s what makes it so gorgeous that’s why I think you would really like her colorful club started in August but I think you could still sign up for it and it would be fun. You said so many things. I am going get the book and read it the first one I have not And I think that’s great and if I were you, I would read the first book over to save her the second book, but it’ll also make the second book a lot more meaningful just because the first book is just so real fresh right there for when you read the second one and I think reading them back to back could be just an awesome thing. I just found your podcast not very long ago like not long ago a couple days ago.
I love your style. I love everything about all that you do you’re thinking yes I savory And have since I was a little girl make my candy ice cream cone anything that’s really good. I make it last as long as I can and I’ve always been like that also about everything that’s really good so I get it.
I could talk to you a long time, but I’ll get off here for now and I’ll be talking to you again
By the way, I live in West Linn Oregon. Close to Portland, Oregon.
Aw Linda! Thanks for all the love!!
I’m going to check out the Summer Lee sock club! I just finished this pair and they are on my feet as I speak. They are the first pair where the fit is just absolutely perfect. I am so proud of myself!!
Lots of love to you, and I’m so glad you found my podcast. Happy knitting!!
Just finished Tom Lake read by Meryl Streep. Highly recommend!!!!
I’ve heard great things! I need to add it to my list.
Leena, you made me snort 😂 when you were describing your height versus the size of your feet. I’m sure you have lovely feet! Somehow I did think you were a tall person though. I’m short too, 5ft 2ins. but I’m a UK size 5 which makes for quick socks! However I also knit for family members up to size 12s. I’m so glad you found Summer Lee. She is a breath of fresh air and her socks are delightful. If you need some tutorials I can highly recommend Denise (Earthtonesgirl) She has such a pleasant voice and is a great teacher. I’ve literally knitted hundreds of socks over the years, and I think there is nothing better than a well knitted plain pair of socks. Once you have mastered that, you will have the formula in your head, and you won’t even have to refer to a pattern. I joined SW’s sock KAL last year, and I really didn’t enjoy it. He does come up with some very fancy stitches, but mine came out huge too and I ended up decreasing away a lot of stitches after the heel flap and knitting plain feet. With practice you will find your own preferred needle sizes and your own tailor made formula. It is so worth it! Enjoy the journey. 💚💛💜❤️🧡
Thank you Margaret! I can’t believe you have made 100s of socks. That is so impressive! I’m loving knitting this one so far…I am inordinately excited about having found a heel I love 🥰
@@AnotherKnittingPod Well I am getting on a bit now and have been knitting for years, hence the number of socks. That’s been over at least 10 years of knitting socks. And I’m not stopping yet!! 😅
Be patient with your sock journey. I'm a loose knitter and I never like my ribbed cuffs. I def go down to size 0, and I started with shorty socks so that I could perfect the heel, gusset, and foot first. And when in doubt - go smaller for sure.
That’s such a smart idea. To do a shortie sock while getting the feel of it. And I will not hesitate to drop down in needle size now. Even though it feels like you’re knitting with literal needles!
I am a sock knitter..well Yes I am doing the westknits skal for the second year. It is great you know your foot and leg measurements! You will work it out, i am sure! Less stitches for the leg, I hate knitting with smaller than a 1.
Yes it does feel like trial and error. I can not wait to see the sock along come to life!
That coffee mug🤯🤯🤯I'm saving for one of them!! Thank you! The mug I never knew I needed!!
Yes!! The Ember mug is absolutely amazing. I love it so much!
I do love a hand knit sock but alas, I do not enjoy knitting them! I’ll still try. I am a size 11 too and almost think that turns me off to it even more or maybe I just use that as an excuse! Give me a big westknits shawl any day but maybe you will inspire me to knit one of his sock designs. They are great! Also shorties for sleeves are the best but definitely not for me for socks. Too difficult!
I’ve always been the same! I could knit a giant shawl but socks seemed daunting. I think there is no reason to force it until you really have the desire. Stay tuned to see how it goes!
I liked Good Material too. I liked Olga Dies Dreaming (did I hear about this from you?), The Measure, A Stash of Ones Own (for knitters!)
Hi Heather! Yes, I recommended Olga…I’m glad you liked it! A Stash of One’s Own??! What a brilliant title. Going to look it up.
Colorado my new home gorgeous stunning heaven
Woohoo!! So glad you’re happy!!
Leena, you may turn me into a sock knitter. I love the way you explained your experimental process, and the colors!! Love them!! Also, I think you should reread the book you loved all those years ago and save the prequel. The anticipation sounds amazing. I love your podcast! 😊
Hi Kimmy! Apologies for the very delayed response. Summer is just crazy, going in every direction.
I think you should try sock knitting. I am really loving it so far, and I love having a small project that I can take on the go that doesn’T take up any space at all. Hope you are having a good summer!! Lots of love to you 💜
I also have a long and narrow foot. The small size (56) stitch cast on fits me well in a vanilla sock pattern. I’m assuming a slouchy style sock is meant to fall down the calf somewhat. Love your book discussion, also.
Ok, I cast on the size with 64. I think I will have to drop down next time, as well.
Hey, Lena. How fun. I too am starting to knit socks. Decided I’ll begin with a set for myself and hubby. Decided to begin with the earth tone girl design. I need to begin at the basic level. Enjoying your podcast. Love the book section. Listening to Brooklyn now. ❤
Hello!! Hope you loved Brooklyn. So lovely that you’ll have Long Island waiting for you when you’re done. But, I did think Brooklyn was better.
I hope you’re enjoying sock knitting as much as I am!!
So glad you are getting back on the sock knitting train!! I am knitting a slouch sock from the pattern in her book and I can't wait to have them off my needles. I would also recommend the fish lips kiss heel pattern it gives a lot of tips on sock fit and the heel fits so nice.
Hi there! I’m glad you mentioned her book…so many cute patterns! I am wondering if its worth the buy! I was hoping the individual patterns would eventually come out on Ravelry.
I haven’t knit any of Summer’s sock yet but I really want to do the monogram ones! I have the exact opposite problem with sock fit….im also short and have small feet but not-so-dainty ankles 😂 (do you watch Ghosts?! Hattie might say I do not have the ankles to keep a man 😆) so I’ve been just adjusting my needle size instead of stitch count, also colorwork might provide a little tightness for you in the foot?? Idk….
My hubby got that same ember mug for me for our anniversary and I ❤ it!
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Hahahaha! You made me laugh. Clearly that’s wrong because you have a very sweet husband who gifts you lovely things!!
I love the monogram socks too. They are so cute I want to make them for my daughter.
You’re totally right! And he puts up with my yarn addiction so I’m a lucky gal 😍
I hope you like your sock knitting. The colors you picked are so pretty! I wonder why you decided on a slouch sock since you discussed being concerned that the socks will be too loose? My thought was that slouch socks are loose. I really like the Vanilla Sock pattern by The Crazy Sock Lady. Love your content and hearing your thoughts and seeing your beautiful knits.
Hi again! I am now doubting my choice!! I think I picked it because I figured I’d lean into the looseness as a design feature rather than flaw. Honestly its fitting quite nicely so far! I almost ripped it out, but I’m glad I didn’t. I’m hoping if I need a little more tightness in the cuff, I’ll put a little elastic in. We shall see soon enough!
@@AnotherKnittingPod that sounds like good reasoning! Keep going!
I always love your book recommendations Lena (or is it Leena?). I have several of the ones you mentioned on reserve now! Have you ever read any books by Curtiss Sittenfeld? I just finished Romantic Comedy and I loved it. It did take me a little bit to get into it at first, but in my opinion, it was worth it.
Hi Beth!! I have LOVED so many of Curtis S’s books. Romantic Comedy might be the only one I haven’t read!! If you recommend, I will try!! I think I tried the sample and didn’t love it but sounds like it takes a second. So good to know! Now I have that to look forward to 😘
I use the Chaiagoo fixed 9” needle. It’s different then the shorties.
Those are still too tiny for me for socks!
If you to avoid ladders with magic loop try using 2 circular needles. Way easier and no ladders 😊👍🏽❤
So interesting! I need to look this up…I’m having a hard time visualizing it.
I am a super loose continental knitter. I knit with double zeros and have found that 3x1 rib gets me the rubbing I like and most often DK. Good luck?
That is very helpful advice Julie. I will try 3 by 1 in my next sock! I actually love playing with ribbing and seeing the different looks it gives!
Look for faux cable sock pattern.
Love them
Good to know! I will do a search!
I knit the last Stephen West sock a long and they were definitely difficult. Definitely not something to start with.
You are Here. Having a terrible time getting thru this book. Very boring. Amazing how we think.
I’m sorry to hear that Karen! It took me a minute to get into it as well. I hope you settle into it and enjoy it. I loved getting to know the very unglamorous but real characters.
Thank you Lena. I kept reading the book and the last two hours are the best. Thanks for making me continue ❤