Sock Club
Sock-Tastic!!
Sock Club will meet Monday, January 18th at 5:30 pm. Tuesday’s visit with Janel Laidman (author, designer, and all-around sock guru) left us inspired and re-energized! And after seeing her creations first-hand we are eager to tackle the patterns in her most recent book The Enchanted Sole. (This month’s sock, ‘Tintagel’, is featured on the cover). Join us on Monday to begin our ‘Enchanted’ Sock Adventure! You’ll need size 2 needles and 4mm beads. We still have signed copies of this book on hand if you don’t already have one. (If you missed the book signing, don’t despair! A little bird told us we may see Janel in the...
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Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow, Sunday, May 17th is Sock Club! This month we’re being adventurous with thigh-high lace stockings! Designed by Joan McGowan-Michael of White Lies Designs, the Marlaina Stockings were all the rage at Stitches West. Photo from White Lies Designs These are knit from the toe up, so if thigh-high is not your thing, simply stop when you’re happy. Knit in DK weight Fixation from Cascade Yarns, these knit up quickly despite the length. Besides Fixation, you will need size 3 needles, or size you need to knit to gauge, a small crochet hook (size D – F is preferable), and some cotton waste yarn. Remember, Sock Club is...
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Don’t forget that tonight is Sock Club! Be sure to bring 100g fingering weight yarn, size 1 needles, and a pack of size 8 beads. If you don’t have size 8′s on hand, we’ve got them here at the shop for you. This month features a Mystery Sock, so don’t miss it! Note: We’re thinking of moving Sock Club to the third Sunday of the month. Leave us a comment and let us know what you think.
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