Anyone have a simple sock pattern?

Tammy6071 · 02-20-2006, 01:06 AM

Just wondering if anyone has a simple sock pattern that would be easy enough for someone using circulars for the first time. Ive done a lot of scarves and some simple stitches, but Im really wanting to try circular needles, everyone says they are the best! Im a little anxious about using them, but with a simple sock pattern maybe it wouldn't be so intimidating.

Mer · 02-20-2006, 05:19 PM

Silver has a great sock tutorial here: http://www.cometosilver.com/socks/So..._Beginning.htm

mrselder · 02-21-2006, 05:32 PM

I definitely agree that Silver's sock tutorial is awesome. It was the first sock pattern I ever used. At first, I really thought that I wanted to use 2 circs instead of DPNs but some other knitters told me they think it can actually be more difficult than the DPNs.

So, I bought wooden DPNs (which I highly recommend) and tried it. Knitting on DPNs are realy not that scary. If you have knit on a circ before you should have no problem.

Whatever method you choose socks are so fun!

Tammy6071 · 02-22-2006, 04:37 AM

Thanks so much for your advice! I decided to try the DPN. Ive started the sock tutorial, its frustrating but Im starting to get it, although I have not moved past the cuff yet!! I guess its just a matter of diving into it and keep at it till you finally get it!! I think once I do get it, everyone I know will be getting socks.

gardenmommy · 02-22-2006, 04:55 AM

The North Country Cotton baby sock is a great way to learn sock basics too! There are helpful videos for each step, especially the heel flap and turning the gusset.

http://www.knittinghelp.com/knitting...ck-pattern.php

Plus they go quickly compared to an adult sized sock, I used Bernat CottonTots which is a worsted weight cotton.

mrselder · 02-22-2006, 08:10 PM

Tammy, If you ahve any questions about the tutorial please PM me. I would love to help you!

Tammy6071 · 02-23-2006, 03:32 AM

Thanks everyone for all the great advice and patterns. Im on my way to making my first sock, and I know I'll be back on soon to ask you all for help and advice!!

Carol_OH · 03-06-2006, 11:24 PM

I made my first pair of socks this weekend, using Dawn Brocco's pattern, but am going to try my hand at some self-striping yarn using Silver's tutorial! Thanks Silver!!!

Tammy6071 · 03-07-2006, 02:50 PM

Congratulations!!! Did you use circular needles or DPNs?? I have to give you a lot of credit, I got frustrated and had to put them away for a while. I was using DPNs, but thinking about trying to make socks on circulars.

Carol_OH · 03-07-2006, 07:56 PM

Thanks Tammy! I did them on DPNs. I kinda like dpns, though (and I used metal ones too - keeps me on my toes, I tell ya!)