Sock Knitting 101: Toe up Socks

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Unravel the joy of knitting your own socks! In this engaging and supportive class, you'll learn the timeless craft of turning a simple skein of yarn into a pair of beautifully fitt ing, heirloom-quality socks. We will guide you through the entire process, from choosing the right materials to weaving in your final ends. You'll learn the toe-up sock construction, and get comfortable using efficient techniques for small-circumference knitting, including the clever magic loop method on circular needles and traditional double-pointed needles (DPNs). Once you've experienced the unparalleled comfort and warmth of hand-knit socks, you'll never want to go back to store-bought again! This is the perfect take-along project—compact, rewarding, and endlessly customizable. Join us and start your journey into the wonderfully portable and addictive world of sock knitting! You will learn: · How to read a basic sock pattern· Cast-on methods for toes· Essential techniques: heel turns (flap & gusset or short rows) and toe shaping· How to knit comfortably in the round using Magic Loop or DPNs· Pro tips for a perfect fit and finishing Techniques: Magic loop, Small diameter knitting, Toe up construction, heal gussets/flaps, Turkish Cast on, increases, decreases Students will receive 10% off all class materials purchased at Dye Hard Yarns. Basic knitting skills required. Materials: 400yds of fingering weight yarn (wool/nylon or wool/silk blend preferred) Needles: 2.5mm 40" circular knitting needles, 2.5mm double points, 2.5mm 8 or 9" circular knitting needles (optional, inquire with teacher) Tapestry needle Stitch markers Scissors 7yrs to adult. *Children must be old enough to sit comfortably focused and intent on learning for an hour.* *We are flexible. If you need to schedule classes for a different day and/or time, or reschedule a missed lesson, just give us a call.* **Health Notice: Our instructors will be masked, and are fully vaccinated. In order to keep other students safe, we require that all students wear an N95 or KN95 mask throughout the class. Hand sanitizer will be provided upon entry to our studio. (We have complimentary KN95 masks on hand) If you have a fever, cold or flu-like symptoms, are not feeling well, or have been exposed to someone with these symptoms, please notify us and do not attend the session.** Show more