Knit Socks Review

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(More customer reviews)This books assumes you have a basic knowledge of knitting and very little knowledge of knitting socks. That's what I wanted in a first sock book. There are explanations of each sock part, how to use double-pointed needles, and various other tidbits that might be useful to a first-time sock knitter. The instructions are set up step by step and are easy to follow.
The only problem I had with my first pair of socks was the short row heel, but I re-read the author's section entitled "You Can Do It!" and realized her explanation of short rowing did make sense. You really do follow the pattern and it comes out looking like a heel.
The patterns are lovely and fairly simple. There are patterns that would be a pleasant challenge to a sock newbie. If you're looking for more difficult patterns, this probably isn't the book for you. But, if you are new to knitting socks, this is a wonderful book.

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Socks Appeal: 16 Fun & Funky Friends Sewn from Socks Review

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(More customer reviews)At the risk of thrusting a fluffy pink arrow through my he-manliness, I feel compelled to reveal the utility of Maloney's Socks Appeal. I bought it as a gift for a pregnant neighbor, and yet soon found myself flipping through the pages instead. Suddenly a realization: I can do this. I can make a sock critter for my own kin (tears of love from my daughter, massive bonus points from my wife, a win win!). And so I tackled "the hamster," the little cutie on the cover (minus the argyle). Before you can say Renaissance man my daughter had a new favorite lovely. And through no skill of my own; the instructions in Socks Appeal are smartly illustrated--there's a photo accompanying every move (take note, cookbooks). If you want to get your hubby man involved in making some arts and crafts for the kids, this is the book to do it.

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Stitch up a sweet and silly sock critter tonight!• Turn your favorite socks into adorable bunnies, kittens, hamsters, turtles, penguins and more• 16 projects are categorized by skill level, from super-simple to more advanced• Your dryer ate a brand new sock? No worries-stray singles can now become the perfect gift in just an hourEnjoy making whimsical stuffed animals using baby socks, knee socks, crew socks…any kinds of socks rock! Give your critter's face plenty of creative expression by embellishing with your favorite buttons and embroidery. Several projects are easy enough for children to make for their own toybox, but you'll want a bunch of these irresistible cuties for yourself, too!Socks Appeal is a finalist in the 2010 Foreword Book of the Year Awards.

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Toe-Up Socks for Every Body: Adventurous Lace, Cables, and Colorwork from Wendy Knits Review

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(More customer reviews)This book just arrived and I was so inspired just by flipping through it that I'm already planning which pattern I want to knit first. The author did an amazing job of including so many attractive patterns. It also lives up to the "every body" part of it's title with a pattern for men and one for a young girl (see cover for these adorable socks). I will caution that this is probably for someone who has some knitting experience. The patterns are wonderfully elaborate, intricate, and absolutely gorgeous. Part I includes info about toe-up socks including fit and tools. It even includes 2 nicely organized pages on how to design your own - which I fully intend to use. Part II are the patterns in 3 sections - Lace, Cable, and Colorwork. This is followed by an appendix with techniques with ample illustrations. Finally, there is a single page "Index" that includes a thumbname picture and page reference of each pair of socks in the book - what a thoughtful and useful addition. I could go on and on about how great this book is but I need to stop writing so I can start knitting!! Thanks to Wendy for my new favorite sock book.

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