After trying to work a pair of socks on double pointed needles in the round, I gave up because it all felt too uncomfortable. I then searched for a two needle sock pattern because I really want to knit everyone socks and mittens this spring and summer - nice small portable projects to carry with me outside and in.
I came across this pattern and was so happy with my first sock. It fits Sarah very well. They are knit using Plymouth Yarn, Encore DK, 75% acrylic and 25% wool, purchased at our local yarn shop. For $3.90 a skein (50 gm), it should be about $5.00 for a pair for the children. For Sarah, who takes about a size 13 shoe, I knit on size 3 needles and cast on 48 stitches. I plan to increase or decrease in multiples of 4 to make different sizes for everyone.
Now that we have the two baby goats, I am eager to learn all I can about their care. I found this book at our library, Goat Song - A Seasonal Life, A Short Hisotry of Herding, and the Art of Making Cheese. So far I have enjoyed reading about this family's experiences.
Looking forward to hearing and seeing what you are knitting and reading.
Warm wishes, Tonya
That sounds like a lovely book to read. I am not sure i can think of knitting mittens, I am soooo happy winter is behind us...LOL! I think your pregnancy nesting instinct is kicking in;-)
ReplyDeleteTwo baby goats? What fun! I have yet to try knitting socks. Some day...
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your week!
we are looking forward to having goats one day soon, might have to look into that book!
ReplyDeleteI think it is so much fun learning about your goats. We are stil trying to find one here..it is turning out to be harder than I thought,.
ReplyDeleteThe socks you are knitting look great. I may have to try them in the round since I like the idea of them being portable.
Ahhhh, I've been hearing about this book from a good friend. I'm hoping to borrow it from her soon. She and her husband both rave about this book! I've yet to try socks on two needles...I really should.
ReplyDeleteThank you, thank you for the pattern. I too have not been able to get comfortable with socks on double pointed needles. I'm casting on today!
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Debbie
It's cold and rainy here and the woodstove is blazing...still, my feet are like ice and I'm craving cozy socks like these! Love the grey. I'm knitting a sweater for my boy in a lovely grey/white twist yarn...classic! Good luck with the goats!
ReplyDeleteLovely socks. It's so fun hearing about your goats-such fun!
ReplyDeletetoday is chilly here in middle tennessee so my wool socks are on! I am not knitting anything right now. Sewing projects that I made promises to self about must come before the next socks (I too want to knit each member of our family a pair, now that they are asking for them).
ReplyDeleteI LOVED reading that book too. Such encouragement in his stories. We are waiting for a doe to kid today...that is my wed. post :).
sweet socks! I'm jealous of your goats. Our family would like to have some!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of all those socks. I'm glad Sarah's fit her - I imagine it must be hard to get the sizing right on something as specific as socks!
ReplyDeletesending you love and hugs, friend:)
ReplyDeleteThose socks look SO comfy!
ReplyDeleteI just HAVE to give socks a try again! Those look so cosy!!
ReplyDeleteI love sock knitting! I've found that the secret to using 4 needles is to only focus on the two you are actively using at any one time. It's a bit of a mind trick which gets easier the more you knit. With all that needs doing in the spring, plus being pregnant, you are smart to focus on a pattern you feel comfortable with for now. I'd encourage you to try the other way again at a different season in your life. I'm reading Making It, the new project book by Kelly Coyne and Erik Knutzen.
ReplyDeleteOh goats, that sounds like a great adventure! Glad you figured out a way to enjoy socks, they are always fun for me.
ReplyDeleteI have yet to knit a sock ever. One day I will have to be brave and go for it. The goat book looks so nice.
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting the knit for Japan badge Tonya! Your blog looks great by the way, I like the way you have arranged everything.
ReplyDeleteThank you, thank you, thank you for posting the sock pattern! I have been looking for a two needle sock pattern for some time now and this is wonderful! The book you are reading sounds like a nice read! Thank you for sharing such warm and wonderful things!
ReplyDeleteDouble-pointed needles were the downfall of my only attempt at socks. Maybe I'll try again someday . . . Enjoying hearing about the goats!
ReplyDeleteDouble-pointed needles were the downfall of my only attempt at socks. Maybe I'll try again someday . . . Enjoying hearing about the goats!
ReplyDeleteYour goats are so cute! I so wish I lived on a little farm sometimes :)
ReplyDeleteAnd good luck on knitting socks. Before you know it you'll have them flying off the needles ;)
Best of luck on the socks.
ReplyDeleteI'm making my first batch of goat cheese right now. What lovely animals.
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