Thursday, March 10, 2011

My First Sock!

I feel like a big girl knitter now!  I have completed my first sock!  Our instructor, Kara, at Needleworks in Champaign, has been absolutely awesome in helping us understand sock knitting and getting the technique down.  I have learned that I tend to be a tight knitter, which is a good thing for socks! 







There are a few oops, and a lot of split yarns.  But I got to tell you, this sock feels pretty good on!











Never fear, I will have a pair!  I started the second sock yesterday at work.  I discovered I had dropped a stitch three rows beyond.  Thus the paper clip was employed as a stitch holder until I can unknit down to it!  Another repurposed tool!

Those needles are size 2!  It is like knitting with bamboo skewers!
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  1. AmandaMarch 10, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Looking good Maggie! I've discovered I hate using the tinsy wincy needles now so don't bother despite having some delicious sock wool here.

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  2. xrtexpatMarch 10, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    Ooooo Maggie they look so nice and cozy warm. You are doing great!

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  3. Mama PeaMarch 10, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Your sock looks great! Don't the handmade socks (or in your case "sock") feel so good on your feet?! I like the little needles for some reason. Great job!! Pretty yarn!

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  4. AnonymousMarch 10, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Love your new sock its very pretty! You are doing agreat knitting socks. Very Nice!

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  5. UnknownMarch 12, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    The sock is looking real good. Love the colors.

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