Kathryn Ivy

October 04, 2007 - Posted by Grace Schnebly

Sock It To Me

Christmas Socks

Project Specs
Pattern: Log Cabin Socks
Pattern Source: Handknit Holidays by Melanie Falick
Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash in #481 Moss, 1.1 skeins (110g)
Needles: US 5 DPNs
Date Started: 9/25/07
Date Finished: 10/1/07

Yay! I finished my first pair of socks just in time for Socktoberfest! I am really happy with how they turned out. They’re just my style, with the chunkier than your average sock yarn and cables. I am a little sad that I’m giving them away to my mom for Christmas! I am definitely going to have to make a pair of myself after the holidays. I was surprised at how simple the pattern was, and it turned out to be a good introduction into sock knitting. The cable pattern is pretty easy to memorize, and once I got familiarized with the pattern it seemed like they just flew off the needles!

The cables really stand out in Cascade 220I love the choice of Cascade 220 Superwash for these socks. The yarn is soft and will be really warm on those cold winter nights. Superwash was an absolute must because my mom doesn’t like handwashing things. Also the color is just perfect for her! When I make myself a pair, I am definitely going to use this yarn. I only wish that I could have gotten the pair of a single skein, but I had to break out a second skein to finish the toe on the second sock.

I followed the instructions exactly, and the only thing I would do differently next time is try just picking up stitches along the heel instead of picking up and knitting them. I was surprised at how easy it was to actually make a heel, although I admit mine is not perfect and there may be a few little holes. Once I got to the foot of the sock, the knitting went super fast. I started the toe right after Row 15 of the chart. Hopefully they won’t be too long for her… I really don’t want to rip out the toe and reknit them on Christmas!

So warm and cozyI consider these socks to be almost more like slippers than anything else. They’re really thick and cozy. I can just imagine wearing them around the house on a cold day while curled up in a blanket and drinking hot chocolate. I enjoyed sock knitting more than I thought I would. I didn’t suffer from Second Sock Syndrome, in fact I liked knitting the second one better than the first! I can see knitting a few more socks in my future, but I probably wont get around to it for a while. Do you have a favorite sock pattern you think I should give a try? I can see why people get addicted to making them, it’s just like knitting toys or felting!

This pattern was definitely fun, quick, and very satisfying! I like how it is a great unisex pattern so you could make a pair for anyone. I was thinking that the cable pattern would look neat as a pair of arm warmers too. Anyways if you haven’t already given this pattern a try, I’d highly recommend doing so!

Log Cabin Socks

 

Comments

  • October 11, 2007, 7:02 pm - Madge (http://knitdevil.blogspot.com/)

    Way to go on your first pair of socks. You're a natural! Lovin' those cables.

  • October 8, 2007, 10:46 am - Octopus Knits (http://octopusknitting.blogspot.com/)

    They're lovely! I will have to make a pair for someone soon!

  • October 6, 2007, 10:03 am - Mandy (wishiwerebuffy.wordpress.com)

    They are beautiful. They look so cozy - they are the kind of socks I want to wear on a really snowy day in front of a fire.

  • October 6, 2007, 12:19 am - Nora (http://black-dog-knits.blogspot.com)

    Your first pair of socks?!? WOW! You should definitely be proud. [My first pair were plain ol' stocking st.]

  • October 5, 2007, 11:49 pm - Ginger aka Beethoven (http://twoguineapigs.blogspot.com)

    Lovely socks! I like the colour, reminds me of my greens :)

    And Mum hasn't even produced A sock, not even one. Sigh. Tsk tsk...

  • October 5, 2007, 3:20 pm - cosy (http://www.cosymakes.wordpress.com)

    great socks! i just picked up a copy of that book, i'll have to check out the pattern. they make me happy that it's fall.

  • October 5, 2007, 3:08 pm - Susan (http://pickupandknit.blogspot.com/)

    Congrats on your first pair of socks! They're really cute! 'Can't wait to see what you make next.

  • October 5, 2007, 10:44 am - Suzanne (foofanagle.wordpress.com)

    You're first EVER pair of socks? No! Not really?! OMG. Congrats. My first pair of socks looked so awful...and they were just anklets. I bow to your first-sock mojo. Your mom is going to love them.

  • October 5, 2007, 8:04 am - Nicole (http://www.coco-knits.blogspot.com)

    Those are fantastic! And I've got the perfect stash Cascade to knit myself a pair.

  • October 5, 2007, 3:30 am - Claire (justclaire.blogspot.com)

    They're awesome! I love the colour too.

  • October 4, 2007, 11:13 pm - Jen Da Purse Ho (http://www.purse-ho.com)

    I think we are mentally in sync. hahaha. I just got the Rowan Cork to start these socks for Socktoberfest! whoo-hoo! great minds think alike! yours are FABULOUS!!! :)

  • October 4, 2007, 9:58 pm - Sarah (http://bellaknitting.typepad.com)

    Great first socks! I knit that pattern for my MIL last Christmas and just loved it to bits -- they look great in green, I'm sure your mom will be thrilled!

  • October 4, 2007, 9:11 pm - Shannon (http://minervaturkey.blogspot.com)

    These are amazing! I love the detail and they look so snuggly. Congrats on a job well knit.

  • October 4, 2007, 5:42 pm - Connie (www.knitknotpurlcurl.com)

    These are gorgeous! They make me want to knit socks...LOL

  • October 4, 2007, 5:23 pm - apixiegirl (magicpixieknitter.blogspot.com)

    wow your socks are gorgeous.. what a beautiful present to knit for your mom.

  • October 4, 2007, 4:37 pm - the Lady (www.theladyknits.blogspot.com)

    Nice socks, I really like them! They're just beautiful!

    (I also like your hedgehogs, my boyfriend wants me to knit one for him - go figure)

  • October 4, 2007, 4:22 pm - Kris (http://kniftyred.blogspot.com/)

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. I love the green cabled socks...just look at it pop!!

    Good luck with the "big girl bed"... that stuff can be a challenge. I was requested last night to sleep with her..not-gunna happen;)

  • October 4, 2007, 3:36 pm - Katherine (http://fuzz.typepad.com/)

    Beautiful! I am second-sock-impaired, but maybe I could handle them on size 5s.

  • October 4, 2007, 2:13 pm - Kari (http://craftyginger.blogspot.com/)

    Wowsers, you're *first* pair of socks? That's awesome, and they're so pretty! I know your Mom will LOVE them!

  • October 4, 2007, 2:11 pm - Stella (coldbrightday.blogspot.com)

    Congrats on your first socks! They turned out great. I'm glad to see they went pretty quickly too, because I've got these on my Xmas list as well.

  • October 4, 2007, 2:09 pm - WonderMike (http://socktopus.blogspot.com)

    These are gorgeous. Love the cables. Love the color. Love them!!!!


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