Your entertainingly funny and honest, I’m new to knitting socks so I’m enjoying listening to your sock journey. I’m from Garstang U.K. and impressed you have West Yorkshire Spinners yarn over there 🧶💕
Last year was pretty much my first year knitting socks. I just went to count my projects and turns out I made 16 adult pairs, 3 toddler pairs and 2 separate first socks. My goal at the beginning of the year was 6 pairs! You were right when you said once you start you are hooked.
I knit 9 pairs of socks last year. I was going for 1 pair a month but got side lined when I started my first sweater in October. I do prefer a vanilla sock with heal flap. Using the flexi flips was a game changer for me, made sock knitting easy for me. This year I want to knit more sweaters and of course I will keep some socks on the needles because that is what a sock knitter's do.
I knit my socks on a magic loop, 2.5 mm needles. (My tension is tight compared to most as I am a new knitter). I’m knitting my third pair of socks right now, on sock #6. I had no idea magic loop was considered the hardest. But since I have learned, I’ve heard lots of people say it lol. It was pretty easy to learn for me. And now I know how to do magic loop, so I’m not mad about it lol.
I'm not sure I find it hard, just tedious!!! I don't want to be messing with the cord I just wanna go and go 😂 but I love that knitting/making can be so personal and we all get to find out sweet spot!
I picked up some needles last year when I was pregnant and needed a distraction, and knit my husband a simple sweater as my first successful, wearable project. I think this year my goal is to make him and I each a pair of socks, and also a pair for his mom, dad, brother and sister to give them at christmas. Glad I had the idea this early in the year, lol. Thank you for the inspiration!
Thanks for sharing your box of sox! I love hearing about pattern choices, successes and challenges. It seem a bit odd to muggles, but it helps me be a better sock knitter. Well done! Enjoy wearing your socks.
@@fiberandfox Probably, but it's a passion we all share, so it makes our world a little happier and brighter. We could all use more of that. My coworkers shake their heads when I tell them 'check out the socks I'm wearing today. I used the Morning Coffee pattern by the CSL, using a size 1, 2.25 mm needle and Saavy Skeins yarn in Pumpkin Spice Latte'.
I love seeing all of your socks! I started sick knitting a couple years ago after crocheting for a long time. Now I switch between knit and crochet depending on the project. My suggestion for crocheters learning to knit is to try out different ways of knitting and a find style that has similar hand motions/ yarn holding for both knit and crochet. (Or just whatever motions feel comfy.) I knit continental (yarn in left hand) with the working yarn going over/under/over/under my fingers and this is the same way I hold yarn for crochet. There's some great videos by Roxanne Richardson detailing even the variations on within each style of knitting. (Continental, English, combination, etc) I honestly almost quit knitting because I was trying to relearn in English style (yarn in right hand) after a while of not doing it and didn't realize that the videos I was learning from was not in the same style that I learned. Luckily, I figured out what was going on because I love knitting and crochet. My favorite yarn for socks is Knit Picks Felici. It's self stripping and they get new designs every release. I have a basic sock recipe that I sized to my foot (high arches too) that I use plain or with a pattern, whatever I'm in the mood for. I just make a bunch of single socks that are all about the same so I don't need to worry about making a second one for a pair.
I just found you and I’m thrilled I did. I love your energy. I’m glad you show labels and types of needles. I’m a sock knitter and want to try the needles you’re using. I bought some 8” circular but haven’t tried them yet I always use dpns. I’m going to keep watching I think I’m going to enjoy the ride.
They might not be for everyone but I LOVE LOVE the flexibility sock needles. I hated socks before them and now they are all I use and I cannot get enough!
I’m going to order a set from my lys. You pique my interest. How sharp are the points? Are they like the lace sharps needles?I don’t like magic loop and I don’t know how to do two at a time. I really don’t have a hard time getting my second sock done because I want to wear them. By the way it show that it’s Paul who is writing to you that’s my husband it’s really me. Iris
Happy you popped up in my search for sock knitting podcasts Loved seeing all your socks I taught myself too! Second year of experimenting with different yarns and needles heels and patterns Favourite needles are my 2.5mm 9” Zings and I use Zing DPNs for heels and toes Really don’t like knitting a heel flap and gusset but love the shadow wrap heel and I work it over slightly more stitches than the usual recipe for half your total stitches Regina sock yarn, Opal come to mind as ones I use often I did buy a heap of solids to use as contrasts for heels, toes, cuffs from Hobbii and if you order 10, the discount per ball is great value I love stripey yarn and wild hand dyed colours so I do tend to make a lot of plain vanilla ones and let the yarn do all the work but I did recently use the Herimone’s Everyday Sock pattern…free and simple🧦 I love my plastic sock blockers but for the grandbabes, I made my own from plastic cutting boards Looking forward to seeing all your 2022 socks as they come off your needles Kind regards from Australia💜🐨
Great podcast. I loved how you showed your light bulb markers in a slide down your hand fashion ❤ I laughed out loud. Good for my soul!! Lovely socks. I love my pair, so pretty. You inspire me to count my socks over the year. But I am already behind, as I am trying to finish knitting my (giant) scrappy afghan. I won't allow myself to cast on, as I know I easily fall into a sock hole. Too many languishing wips. Enjoyed you and your socks!
I learned to knit socks last year and I love it! I use Patons Kroy as well, however my favorite is Premiere's Cotton Collage. Not a huge colorway selection, but I love how they feel on my feet! I use two 16" circulars, US size 2. Thank you for your videos!
Hi. love the content. I love kroy sock yarn too. I am currently working on my 10th sock this year. I loved the summer drinks sock pattern, just a little bit of color work at the top.
Knitted socks are just so pretty! I've tried to pick up knitting so many times, but it seems like my fingers refuse. I suppose I'll just have to keep living through you and your socks!
Lopi yarn is great as a woolly wool! It’s Icelandic wool, super rustic, and comes in a variety of weights! They even offer a slightly spun version called potulopi 😀
I've heard of it but was hesitant to use an unspun/roving type yarn for socks? I know it makes a hard wearing sweater, but was thinking more plys would be better wearing in a sock??
Your socks are all lovely. Paton's Kroy sock yarn is my favorite too. I'm going through my leftover yarn, combining 2 strands to make worsted weight bed socks. They make great gifts and are cozy for winter. I use size 3 Hiya Hiya Flyer needles for those. I've been knitting socks for years and love trying out all techniques.
I've actually never really made dk or worsted socks but I really should! I'm just such a slippers person I don't know if I'd wear just socks around the house come winter
I love your socks. I just found your channel today and will try to catch up. Many greetings from Germany by Heidi ❤❤❤ PS. Of course I am also a sock knitting addicted..lol 😀😀😀
Just watched your video from 2020 and had to subscribe immediately. I mostly crochet, but am starting to knit here and there as well. I have made 0 socks so far, but I am currently working on my first sock ever. First round project, and first project using a 2 weight I have exclusively used worsted or chunky yarn previously. I am terribly slow and still working on my ribbing, but if I end up finishing this sock and the match I will have to look into those needles!
These all look amazing! I'm learning to knit socks (as of maybe 24 hours ago haha) but on a side note, and I might be a little too late for this, but what if you filled that fox on your sock blocker in with resin and smoothed it flat with the wood?! that would be so cute and keep your socks from snagging!
So fun - love all the stripes! I’m experimenting with different non-superwash, no-nylon yarn this year. I’m also enjoying the patterns in “Thick socks 3 ways” by Dana Rae Makes because I can hold 2 strands of fingering together and use up minis. Also it makes for some fun marling. Looking forward to watching more of your videos 💚
I'm a crocheter through and through. I am learning to knit socks. The heel part is driving me crazy. I've been trying to make a mock short row heel. I'm not getting something. I'm a confident beginner in knitting. I think it's because I'm head strong and won't let it beat me. I have to admit it is kicking my butt. I've restarted 1,000,001 X already. My sock pattern is a K2 P2 ribbing cuff down. I get the cast on. I get the ribbing. I understand the anatomy of a sock. The heel is tough. Should I try another heel type? Do you have advice for a new knitter with crochet experience? What are your thoughts on an easy heel type? Thank you, Merry Christmas 2024.
Those grey broken rib socks are gorgeous! Just out of curiosity, what is the circumference of your foot? I'm just starting to really get into sock knitting, but still honing in on the right number of stitches to fit well. I just finished my first proper pair of vanilla socks at 64 stitches and I suspect 60 might be what I need....
Honestly, I don't think I've ever measured 😂 I'm a US women's 6.5 or 7 though if that helps. A lot depends on your gauge and such too! Finding your perfect sock fit IS tricky!
so i just learned to knit at the end of 2020 i have made my 1st pair this yr i made a total of 3 pairs this yr only have basic vanilla sock so far what would you think would be a good pattern to try that kind of easy to try next besides vanilla sock pattern and you made lots of beautiful socks im working on my 1st pair off the yr just a vanilla with hobby lobby sock yarn i do 56 stitches i use 2 16 inch circulars 2.25 mm my goal this yr is 12 pairs by end of yr
Any sort of sock with ribbing in it is super easy to do instead of a vanilla...if you already know how to knit or purl for the cuff you'll have no problem! Blueberry waffle or vanilla latte are great free patterns to check out!
Your entertainingly funny and honest, I’m new to knitting socks so I’m enjoying listening to your sock journey. I’m from Garstang U.K. and impressed you have West Yorkshire Spinners yarn over there 🧶💕
Thank you! And it's not something that's easy to come by but there are a few yarn shops that stock some of it!
Last year was pretty much my first year knitting socks. I just went to count my projects and turns out I made 16 adult pairs, 3 toddler pairs and 2 separate first socks. My goal at the beginning of the year was 6 pairs! You were right when you said once you start you are hooked.
Oh wow that's so many! Great work!
I knit 9 pairs of socks last year. I was going for 1 pair a month but got side lined when I started my first sweater in October. I do prefer a vanilla sock with heal flap. Using the flexi flips was a game changer for me, made sock knitting easy for me. This year I want to knit more sweaters and of course I will keep some socks on the needles because that is what a sock knitter's do.
THAT'S JUST WHAT KNITTERS DO! 😂👏Glad you love flexy needles too!
I would like to purchase the yarn you use.
Flextime needles are interesting
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I knit my socks on a magic loop, 2.5 mm needles. (My tension is tight compared to most as I am a new knitter). I’m knitting my third pair of socks right now, on sock #6. I had no idea magic loop was considered the hardest. But since I have learned, I’ve heard lots of people say it lol. It was pretty easy to learn for me. And now I know how to do magic loop, so I’m not mad about it lol.
I'm not sure I find it hard, just tedious!!! I don't want to be messing with the cord I just wanna go and go 😂 but I love that knitting/making can be so personal and we all get to find out sweet spot!
I picked up some needles last year when I was pregnant and needed a distraction, and knit my husband a simple sweater as my first successful, wearable project. I think this year my goal is to make him and I each a pair of socks, and also a pair for his mom, dad, brother and sister to give them at christmas. Glad I had the idea this early in the year, lol. Thank you for the inspiration!
Socks are a GREAT gift! Good luck!
Thanks for sharing your box of sox! I love hearing about pattern choices, successes and challenges. It seem a bit odd to muggles, but it helps me be a better sock knitter. Well done! Enjoy wearing your socks.
It's so funny how we will literally sit and watch each other talk about socks....or even that we make socks, right?! 😂
@@fiberandfox Probably, but it's a passion we all share, so it makes our world a little happier and brighter. We could all use more of that. My coworkers shake their heads when I tell them 'check out the socks I'm wearing today. I used the Morning Coffee pattern by the CSL, using a size 1, 2.25 mm needle and Saavy Skeins yarn in Pumpkin Spice Latte'.
I love seeing all of your socks!
I started sick knitting a couple years ago after crocheting for a long time. Now I switch between knit and crochet depending on the project.
My suggestion for crocheters learning to knit is to try out different ways of knitting and a find style that has similar hand motions/ yarn holding for both knit and crochet. (Or just whatever motions feel comfy.) I knit continental (yarn in left hand) with the working yarn going over/under/over/under my fingers and this is the same way I hold yarn for crochet. There's some great videos by Roxanne Richardson detailing even the variations on within each style of knitting. (Continental, English, combination, etc)
I honestly almost quit knitting because I was trying to relearn in English style (yarn in right hand) after a while of not doing it and didn't realize that the videos I was learning from was not in the same style that I learned. Luckily, I figured out what was going on because I love knitting and crochet.
My favorite yarn for socks is Knit Picks Felici. It's self stripping and they get new designs every release. I have a basic sock recipe that I sized to my foot (high arches too) that I use plain or with a pattern, whatever I'm in the mood for. I just make a bunch of single socks that are all about the same so I don't need to worry about making a second one for a pair.
Great tips and tricks!!!
I just found you and I’m thrilled I did. I love your energy. I’m glad you show labels and types of needles. I’m a sock knitter and want to try the needles you’re using. I bought some 8” circular but haven’t tried them yet I always use dpns. I’m going to keep watching I think I’m going to enjoy the ride.
They might not be for everyone but I LOVE LOVE the flexibility sock needles. I hated socks before them and now they are all I use and I cannot get enough!
I’m going to order a set from my lys. You pique my interest. How sharp are the points? Are they like the lace sharps needles?I don’t like magic loop and I don’t know how to do two at a time. I really don’t have a hard time getting my second sock done because I want to wear them. By the way it show that it’s Paul who is writing to you that’s my husband it’s really me. Iris
Happy you popped up in my search for sock knitting podcasts Loved seeing all your socks I taught myself too! Second year of experimenting with different yarns and needles heels and patterns Favourite needles are my 2.5mm 9” Zings and I use Zing DPNs for heels and toes Really don’t like knitting a heel flap and gusset but love the shadow wrap heel and I work it over slightly more stitches than the usual recipe for half your total stitches Regina sock yarn, Opal come to mind as ones I use often I did buy a heap of solids to use as contrasts for heels, toes, cuffs from Hobbii and if you order 10, the discount per ball is great value I love stripey yarn and wild hand dyed colours so I do tend to make a lot of plain vanilla ones and let the yarn do all the work but I did recently use the Herimone’s Everyday Sock pattern…free and simple🧦 I love my plastic sock blockers but for the grandbabes, I made my own from plastic cutting boards Looking forward to seeing all your 2022 socks as they come off your needles Kind regards from Australia💜🐨
Regia sock yarn🥴
Oh, and the Surprise socks are fun to knit too Also a free pattern 🧦🧶
So many good tips and ideas!! I've actually yet to try regia and opal but they are on the wish list!
Great podcast. I loved how you showed your light bulb markers in a slide down your hand fashion ❤ I laughed out loud. Good for my soul!!
Lovely socks.
I love my pair, so pretty.
You inspire me to count my socks over the year. But I am already behind, as I am trying to finish knitting my (giant) scrappy afghan. I won't allow myself to cast on, as I know I easily fall into a sock hole. Too many languishing wips.
Enjoyed you and your socks!
Stitch markers are my calling cards. They be everywhere.
I learned to knit socks last year and I love it! I use Patons Kroy as well, however my favorite is Premiere's Cotton Collage. Not a huge colorway selection, but I love how they feel on my feet! I use two 16" circulars, US size 2. Thank you for your videos!
Huh, I've never tried that! Is it a cotton yarn? I've yet to make a cotton based sock!
@@fiberandfox it is 46% Cotton, 33% Super Wash Fine Merino, 12% Polyamide and 9% PBT. Weird mix, but I like it🙂
Darning socks this morning (the box to be darned is a bit out of control right now..) while watching your beautiful box of pretties for inspiration :)
Thank you! I've only ever darned one pair but I'm sure the pile will creep up on me eventually!
Hi. love the content. I love kroy sock yarn too. I am currently working on my 10th sock this year. I loved the summer drinks sock pattern, just a little bit of color work at the top.
Ooh I'll have to check that one out!
Knitted socks are just so pretty! I've tried to pick up knitting so many times, but it seems like my fingers refuse. I suppose I'll just have to keep living through you and your socks!
Thank you! Definitely check out some of the tutorials I linked in the blog post! Beginner friendly!
Lopi yarn is great as a woolly wool! It’s Icelandic wool, super rustic, and comes in a variety of weights! They even offer a slightly spun version called potulopi 😀
I've heard of it but was hesitant to use an unspun/roving type yarn for socks? I know it makes a hard wearing sweater, but was thinking more plys would be better wearing in a sock??
I've knitted a pair of cosy socks out of King Cole homespun and I'm obsessed :)
I've not tried that one yet, not sure where it's available in the US?
@@fiberandfox I think King Cole is more of a UK brand, but lovecrafts does carry it, and there's probably a few other places online :)
Just found you in 2022 thanks to the 2020 box of sox video 👋 hello from Norfolk 🇬🇧
The sock video that just keeps on giving! Hello! ♥️
Your socks are all lovely. Paton's Kroy sock yarn is my favorite too. I'm going through my leftover yarn, combining 2 strands to make worsted weight bed socks. They make great gifts and are cozy for winter. I use size 3 Hiya Hiya Flyer needles for those. I've been knitting socks for years and love trying out all techniques.
I've actually never really made dk or worsted socks but I really should! I'm just such a slippers person I don't know if I'd wear just socks around the house come winter
I love your socks. I just found your channel today and will try to catch up. Many greetings from Germany by Heidi ❤❤❤
PS. Of course I am also a sock knitting addicted..lol 😀😀😀
Welcome Heidi! Thank you!
I prefer the Addi Flips. I found the Hiyahiyas to be a little to sharp for me. But I too have found myself enjoying knitting with them more 😊
I've actually never tried any Addis but I do tend to like a really sharp needle 🤷
Just watched your video from 2020 and had to subscribe immediately. I mostly crochet, but am starting to knit here and there as well. I have made 0 socks so far, but I am currently working on my first sock ever. First round project, and first project using a 2 weight I have exclusively used worsted or chunky yarn previously.
I am terribly slow and still working on my ribbing, but if I end up finishing this sock and the match I will have to look into those needles!
Thanks for the follow! I am sure you'll get sock down in no time!!!
These all look amazing! I'm learning to knit socks (as of maybe 24 hours ago haha) but on a side note, and I might be a little too late for this, but what if you filled that fox on your sock blocker in with resin and smoothed it flat with the wood?! that would be so cute and keep your socks from snagging!
I've since gotten metal frame ones but THAT IS AN IDEA!!
So fun - love all the stripes! I’m experimenting with different non-superwash, no-nylon yarn this year. I’m also enjoying the patterns in “Thick socks 3 ways” by Dana Rae Makes because I can hold 2 strands of fingering together and use up minis. Also it makes for some fun marling. Looking forward to watching more of your videos 💚
Oooh! I've only ever done sock weight (save for the acrylic worsted pair I learned on ages ago!) But that sounds fun!
I'm a crocheter through and through. I am learning to knit socks. The heel part is driving me crazy. I've been trying to make a mock short row heel. I'm not getting something.
I'm a confident beginner in knitting. I think it's because I'm head strong and won't let it beat me. I have to admit it is kicking my butt. I've restarted 1,000,001 X already.
My sock pattern is a K2 P2 ribbing cuff down. I get the cast on. I get the ribbing. I understand the anatomy of a sock. The heel is tough.
Should I try another heel type? Do you have advice for a new knitter with crochet experience?
What are your thoughts on an easy heel type?
Thank you, Merry Christmas 2024.
Those grey broken rib socks are gorgeous! Just out of curiosity, what is the circumference of your foot? I'm just starting to really get into sock knitting, but still honing in on the right number of stitches to fit well. I just finished my first proper pair of vanilla socks at 64 stitches and I suspect 60 might be what I need....
Honestly, I don't think I've ever measured 😂 I'm a US women's 6.5 or 7 though if that helps. A lot depends on your gauge and such too! Finding your perfect sock fit IS tricky!
so i just learned to knit at the end of 2020 i have made my 1st pair this yr i made a total of 3 pairs this yr only have basic vanilla sock so far what would you think would be a good pattern to try that kind of easy to try next besides vanilla sock pattern and you made lots of beautiful socks im working on my 1st pair off the yr just a vanilla with hobby lobby sock yarn i do 56 stitches i use 2 16 inch circulars 2.25 mm my goal this yr is 12 pairs by end of yr
Any sort of sock with ribbing in it is super easy to do instead of a vanilla...if you already know how to knit or purl for the cuff you'll have no problem! Blueberry waffle or vanilla latte are great free patterns to check out!
@@fiberandfox awesome thank u i will check those out
Nice
Thanks!
I need throw away all my old socks and buy new , start from scratch!!
Old knit socks or just store socks? Old ones might be able to be mended!