Sampler Sox

For quite a while now I had wanted to do a more creative sock. Inspired by Kaffe Fassett and Kristin Nicholas style of knitting (which is more painting with yarns) I attempted a sock that I call Sampler. Basic theme was boxes or cubes.
Yarn used was Knit Picks Superwash (Merino and Nylon blend), and hoping that these might sell on etsy. Really a fun sock and was a great way to use up some of my extra left over yarns...my stash!

Heart Clog socks

Just amazing to me is that to start the New Year I have received an order for the Heart Clog Socks. It is amazing as I had increased the price of these. It is truly a best seller and hoping that this is a indicator of what is to come for 2010. Stay tuned...

Happy New Year

And a Happy New Year. I hope that this year I will be able to work on my Etsy shop and knit a sock a week...although that may be a little bit optimistic for me I think that is my resolution this year. Trying to be a little more creative in knitting socks and posting them on Etsy. Other than that I pray for world peace and joy. Happy New Year!

The New Year Approaching

It has been quite the while since i have posted anything on the blog...a little under the weather and the holidays always seem to take up so much of my time but I am venturing into more socks and received a gift of Kaffe Fassett's Pattern Library from my daughter with so many ideas for doing intarsia knitting on border cuffs, heels and toes! This might be my New Year's resolution to really try to see if there is a place for intarsia knitting in socks. Hard to do in the round but I think I can figure out simple repeats and patterns.
Today finishing up yet another Heart Clog sock! I'll have to do some for Valentine's Day!
Happy New Year.

Cross socks Pattern

Amazing how the pattern that I published for Ravelry has been requested and actually knitted by someone in Denmark! I am continually amazed how the wide web connects people and makes the world a very small place. It is really satisfying to see your pattern done by someone. Just amazing...

Basket Weave

I am at a point that I am feeling like I wish I had 4 hands to knit with. Two more pairs of socks were sold today and the basketweave went after I put them on sale to the same person who purchased my variegated yellow socks. He like them so much that he decided to buy two more pairs. Wonderful but that really makes my little shop look a little empty. I'll have to knit alot and fast! What fun.

Cable Rib Socks

This pair of socks were sold and what is interesting is that I think because the varied tones of the yarns made it less desirable. I had put these on sale just to move them. The yarn was from Yarn Treehouse, 100% wool and really very soft and warm. I love their yarns but because they are extra care I think that puts some buyers off on buying socks that are 100% wool versus yarns with nylon (superwash types). I have been into superwash yarns lately but may go back to 100% Wools again as I like knitting with them. (Even though they are extra care yarns).