The Evil Socks: Done!
February 21st, 2007
I am very glad to announce that my socks are finally all complete. This is good timing as well, because I plan to buy some new shoes on friday, and my second sock will definitely be dry by then. Why do the new shoes matter? I’ve found that I can’t wear handknit socks with my clogs, as the back wears on the heel real quick.
I can’t believe the complete opposite experience it was to knit each of these socks. The first was a trial, a pain in my ass really. I’ve already gone on about how many times I’ve ripped and ripped back, to reknit several parts of the sock. The second sock was heaven in comparison, and took me only several days to complete with no rips back!
For those of you that haven’t used Socks That Rock yarn from Blue Moon Fiber Arts really should consider giving it a try. I managed to get two long cuffed socks in one skein, so while it may seem expensive it goes a long way. The yarn is so soft, and the colors are dazzling!
Now, about this heel I’ve dubbed “The Anti Short-Row Short-Row Heel”. I’m not so enthusiastic as I was at first. It was enjoyable to knit, and not incredibly difficult to get the hang of it. However, the fit isn’t fantastic. It feels a bit shallow in the heel, and tight on the top of the ankle. I miss the heel-flap-pick-up-your-stitches sort of heel that I’m used to with top down socks. The next time I do toe-up socks I’ll have to try the traditional heel flap.
Ooo, the colors are so pretty Kri! I’m glad to hear that the second sock was a better experience than the first. Whenever I’m in a bad mood, I look at the colorways of the Blue Moon Yarn and think about buying some eventually and it cheers me up.