[tutorial] Yarn for Socks
You don’t need to use a fingering weight (CYC Size 1) yarn for socks. In fact, I’d suggest learning how to make socks with a …
[tutorial] Cast Ons for Toe-Up Socks
When casting on for toe-up socks, you can be left with a looser row in the beginning. At minimum it can look aesthetically …
[tutorial] Bind Offs for Toe-Up Socks
The tops of socks need to be both stretchy and firm (two things that seem at-odds with each other). Stretchy meets firm in …
[tutorial] Bind Offs for Top-Down Socks
You want to make sure that the toe looks neat, the stitches look continuous and the decreases don’t stick out like a sore …
[tutorial] Cast Ons for Top-Down Socks
Working a cast on for a top-down sock needs to be stretchy AND resilient. We give you a few great options:
[tutorial] Finchley Graft
If you’ve tried Kitchener Stitch but it wasn’t your cup of tea, the Finchley Graft could be just what you need! And even if …
[tutorial] Aggie’s Cast On
This is a great cast on for toe-up socks and a wonderful alternative to Judy’s Magic Cast On. It also works for other …