Knitting Socks

Gina mentioned that she often made socks of different colors and didn't try to make them match. Here is a photo of one pair I made.

I bought this little kit (so cute, couldn't resist it) at Knit on Purl in Jackson. It was a small basket with six balls of yarn in it, a colored photo, and a pattern book. The patterns are quite detailed with charts for numerous designs, and also illustrations and instructions to embroidery designs, novelty stitches and edgings. The pattern has directions for six sizes, from infant to men XL. They are knit with a set of four double pointed needles. Not for beginners, and at times I felt I had bit off more than I could chew.

I only made one pair. They ended up too large, but it really doesn't matter. The yarn is tapestry yarn, not washable, and probably would have holes after one wearing! I've thought about buying some good quality sock yarn in bright colors and making some more.

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Here is the photo (postcard) that came with the kit, showing all the different color combinations and patterns.

I really hadn't planned on getting back into knitting this winter, but who knows? I guess I can do whatever I feel like doing!

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Tracy called this morning. They are getting ready to go to Florida for a week. She is looking forward to some warm weather.

Earlier this winter, Paul had his skiis stolen while skiing at Breckenridge. Last week, they were in Denver attending an attorney convention, the valet did not lock their car when he parked it, and Paul's golf clubs were stolen. I don't know about the skiis, but the valet service at the hotel will replace everything they lost. The poor valet is probably out on the street looking for a new job.