4-part seminar series, $30 per session, $120 for all 4.
Fee includes instruction only, we can help you select supplies from the shop if needed.
Socks are a classic that many knitters like to make. There are various methods: this will focus on cuff-down socks with a classic heel that involves three parts, the flap, turn, and gusset. We will be making one at a time, with the goal of finishing a single sock by the end of the series.
Class 1 (June 29) will be starting the cuff of the sock, and getting acquainted to whatever method of “small circumference knitting” you choose: double point needles, 2 circular needles, or magic loop. The pattern selected uses 2 circulars, but other methods can be used in the class.
Classes 2&3 (July 13 & 20) will focus on all the parts of the heel, so homework before the class will be to knit the cuff as long as you would like it to be. July 13 will focus on the overview of the heel construction as well as starting the flap, and July 20 will be devoted to the turn and gusset.
Class 4 (August 3) will focus on toe decreases and Kitchener graft of the end stitches. Homework before this class will be knitting the length of the foot.
If homework between any of the classes is not completed, we can always discuss alternate plans, and theories and techniques can be worked on even if you’re not at the necessary spot! Learning and progress will still happen :)
Please contact the shop (email rebecca@sundragonartandfiber.com or call 828-877-3550) to reserve your spot. We will need your name, phone number, and email.
Supply list:
A generic sock pattern, we recommend and can provide Vanilla Socks by Crazy Sock Lady or Rye Socks by Tin Can Knits .
One 100 gram skein of fingering weight yarn, preferably with a merino or wool/nylon blend for socks. Nylon or some other component to the yarn, such as silk, will help the socks hold up longer. Fingering weight yarn usually has 400-460 yards for 100 grams.
US 0-2 needles in whatever method of small circumference knitting for socks: double points; 2 circulars, we would recommend one 16” and one 24”, or 2 of either length; or magic loop, for the latter we recommend a 32” circular.
tapestry needle (needed when your project is finished)
*no refunds or reduction in price if you can only attend one session. Please contact us about other options for meeting times if this is the case