Whether its intricate cables youre looking for or just a simple slipper sock, this range of sock knitting books will help keep your feet warm and. This sock pattern was an excellent instruction for learning to knit cuff down socks on magic loop. Instructions for knitting two socks at the same time and for using the caston with dpns are at the bottom. Toe up socks begin with either a shortrow toe or only a few stitches worked circularly outward, followed. This 3session class taught by yarnista aileen krotz begins1 to 3 pm thursdays, sept. Most sock knitters have strong feelings about how they get the job done.
The patterns feature a range of different techniques and textures, such as lace. Learn to knit magic loop socks kindle edition by perry, staci. By taking advantage of the flexible cable on a circular needle, you have an alternative to knitting a sock or a sleeve on double point needles. I started knitting circular objectssocks, gloves, mittens, hats, sleeves, and so onon doublepointed needles dpns.
May 16, 2017 written instructions on how to knit judys magic caston. For some unexplained reason, i took a hiatus from sock knitting for quite some time. My default, stressfree option is to work a pair of stockinette, toeup socks using the magic loop technique and my beloved hiya hiya sharp circular needles. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. From fair isle patterns to plain stockinette stitch, there is a sock for every preference. Last night, longing to start a new sock, i decided i would finally take the time to learn the magic loop. The two techniques provide the same result but have different positioning and tempos. Following fleegles famous sock formula, written out in my own words and with all the detail you expect from a knitfreedom pattern. Two patterns one uses worstedweight yarn, the other uses sockweight yarn. Create a slipknot leaving a tail end of 34 times the width of the intended caston. This series of seven videos are made to accompany the magic loop socks pattern, which is available for purchase and download here.
You can use the magic loop to knit socks both toeup and cuffdown, but the way you cast on for each one is just a little different. Knit socks twoatatime magic loop method vickie howell blog. Video tutorials are available for the german twisted caston, the kitchener stitch and the magic loop technique. How to cast on twoatatime for magic loop instructional article jeanne from jimmy beans wool demonstrates how to cast on twoatatime for the magic loop method. Youll learn what makes good sock design, and then dive into knitting 18 spectacular, brandnew patterns featuring the widest variety of techniques. Knit toeup with magic loop instrutions, this beautiful sock by marjan yarnissima has some unique toe and heel features that your will love. Jul 16, 2018 today we talk about the different ways to knit socks with a focus on comparing the 9 inch circular needles and addi flexi flip crasytrio. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Jul 11, 2018 the toeup socks on magic loop is an entire stepbystep video class, with 19 videos included.
Staci perrys ebook pattern, accompanied by the links to videos in which she demonstrates specific knitting techniques, is wonderful and quite easy to follow. I was at my lys one saturday afternoon and i saw a gal knitting a sock on the oddest looking contraption with loops sticking out of each side of the knitted sock. Beginner socks for magic loop, toeup or topdown by liat gat of knitfreedom materials yarn. Using circular needles with a longish, flexible cable, hold both ends of the needle in your right hand, one in front of the other. The needle tip which had the last cast on stitch on it, and the working yarn, is the needle you will knit with in my case the metal needle. A crooked kind of perfect by linda urban, confetti girl by diana lopez, deep down popular by phoebe stone, the total tragedy. Sock knitting needle comparison dpn, magic loop, flexi.
While i enjoyed knitting the patterns, i didnt particularly like the finished object. Here is a free basic beginner generic sock pattern for toeup socks, one or twoat a time, using magic loop and the fleegle heel. If youre one of them, youre probably decisive about cuffdown vs. Magic loop technique how to knit in the round using a single long.
Since i got my hands on this and her second book more sensational knitted socks i use no other books or patterns to make socks. Portable and quick, with infinite variety and amazing gift potential, its not hard to see why so many knitters think that socks are the best projects. You can choose from fingering weight, sport weight or worsted weight yarn for your project. If you would like to take a full sock knitting class, i recommend ours as a wonderful online option. This pattern uses the magic loop technique for its construction of a basic, topdown sock. Basic instructional books as well, for dpns, two circular needles and magic loop. Written instructions on how to knit judys magic caston. All materials can be purchased at the flying needles for 10% off after you have registered. Since i got my hands on this and her second book more sensational knitted socks i use no other book s or patterns to make socks. Magic loop is a great alternative to using dpns double pointed needles for doing small diameter circular knitting. One major characteristic of knitting in the round is that the right side is always facing you. Basic toe up magic loop socks pattern by jill chapman.
I think the problem with knitting a pair of socks with the magic loop method is that you dont have that nice triangle shape sock knitters love. Learn to knit magic loop socks by staci perry books on. This is a pattern for making socks using the magic loop method. This pattern is written for knitting 2 socks at a time on one long circular needle magic loop. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading learn to knit magic loop socks. See more ideas about magic loop knitting, magic loop and knitting. When working sock knitting patterns, there are a lot of options. All published by candlewick press, they are currently out of stock indefinitely. This means that if you are working up a stockinette swatch, you will knit all rows. Learn to knit magic loop socks ebook written by staci perry. As promised, heres the pattern i used for the class i taught on toeup socks 2atatime on magic loop. Then youd work a decrease at the start and end of each needle to form a wedge toe like k1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts on needle, k2tog, k1 twice.
I always ended up with ladders where i switched from one needle to the next. Sock knitting needle comparison dpn, magic loop, flexi flip. This week on ask me monday we dive into the first part of how to knit socks twoat atime on a circular needle, and using the magic loop. Normally, sock knitting requires a good amount of needles, but here youll learn the secrets of the magic loop. The yarn lovers ultimate guide to creating socks that fit well, feel great, and last a lifetime clara parkes. Alas, the books in the sock monkey series sock monkey goes to hollywood, sock monkey boogie woogie, and sock monkey rides again are hard to find. There are so many different magic loop patterns on the internet that it can be hard to choose which to make first. The book contains 52 knitting patterns for socks and slippers. Download pattern 882 kb wollmeise socks from monica jines knit on size 1 2. One of my favorite ways to use the magic loop is when im knitting socks. Nancy wynn shares her stitch witchery in this lesson on turning a sock heel with the magic loop method. Theres no right answer but every knitter has a preference. Yeah, ive had some knitting friends complain that the needles are too small or their hands are too big, but they reconsider when they realize that you can make a sock from start to finish on a coasttocoast flight with this tinyneedle method.
Jun 27, 2017 written instructions on how to knit in the round using magic loop. Two at once, toe up, magic loop socks pattern with images. Free cuffdown sock knitting patterns using the magic loop. If you dont have perfect technique with magic loop, you can get little ridges where you change needles that dont quite block out everyone knits differently, for me, this technique highlights the. Oct 23, 2008 hi janice when you cast on 12 sts, thats 12 sts total for one sock 6 sts on each of 2 needles for the first sock, then 6 sts on each of 2 needles for the second sock. Magic loop this fabulous technique developed by sarah hauschka and bev galeskas in the magic loop allows you to create a small tube such as the leg of a sock, on one circular needle. The days of covering your books with boring old brown paper bags are over. Magic loop technique how to knit in the round using a. Jul 10, 2017 yeah, ive had some knitting friends complain that the needles are too small or their hands are too big, but they reconsider when they realize that you can make a sock from start to finish on a coasttocoast flight with this tinyneedle method. My husband usually gets a 72st sock with a 3x1 rib on the foot and leg.
Maybe it was a bit of a burn out from wanting to knit all the socks in 2014 but whatever the reason, this little bundle of schoppel zauerball from minerva crafts seems to. This tutorial demonstrates how to knit two socks atatime, using magic loop or one long circular needle to knit both socks. Easy magic loop sock pattern this is a pattern for making socks using the magic loop method. This publication contains 52 knitting patterns by 46 designers, and is a true encyclopedia of. Oct 03, 20 if i was knitting toe decreases using magic loop, id put the topoffoot stitches on one needle, and then bottomoffoot stitches on the other needle, and loop between them.
Two at a time, top down socks via magic loop the flying needles. In this knitalong lesson, nancy wynn shows you how to work the gusset decreases using the magic loop. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. I guess i wasnt knitting those stitches tight enough, but as much as i tried to tighten them, the. Knitting in the round using the magic loop technique. The magic loop method uses one circular knitting needle instead of double pointed needles. It is quick and easy, perfect to show off a patterned or selfstriping yarn. I love that it has links to youtube videos showing how to do several of the more confusing parts that really clarified for me what to do since i am a visual learner. You can knit one at a time, two at a time, or two at a time with one nested inside the other. This is a very simple toeup pattern with a short row heel.
Knit two socks at once with these instructions for a toe up pattern. How to cast on twoatatime for magic loop the magic loop method is a technique for knitting in the round on one long circular needle instead of using double pointed needles. Maybe knitters who have problems with ladders loose stitches between needles switch to the magic loop technique and never look back. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. With our selection of sock knitting books, learn new techniques for construction, how to add a touch of lace or build 3dimensional cables. Maybe it was a bit of a burn out from wanting to knit all the socks in 2014 but whatever the reason, this little bundle of schoppel zauerball from minerva crafts seems to have gotten me back on track. Learn to knit magic loop socks kindle edition by perry. Learn the magic loop method for knitting socks two at a time top down via magic loop. In my example, i used 40 stitches move all of the stitches down onto the flexible cord and find the centre point of your stitches. How to cast on twoatatime for magic loop instructional. In three sessions you will learn how to make a pair of socks from heel to toe.
Once you start magic loop, youll never go back learn the basics and get going. Sock knitting master class showcases methods for designing and knitting creative socks, featuring signature elements and techniques from 16 top designers. The magic loop knitting working around on one needle. Knitting in the round using the magic loop technique allows the knitter to work almost any size tube on one very long circular needle. Due to its large file size, this book may take longer to download. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Book nerdbook nerd sockbook loverbook lover giftbook nerd giftliterary giftbook giftreading giftreading sockschristmasteacher gift ifthesockfitz 5 out of. Try magic loop for sensational sock knitting and say buh. Dont magic loop without this tip masondixon knitting. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read learn to knit magic loop socks.
Let your sock take shape as you learn gusset decreases. Two socks atatime, toeup, magic loop v e r y p i n k. These are lovely patterns in general, but also good patterns for practicing your magic loop knitting technique. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Youll also pick up gusset stitches and split the heel. Written instructions on how to knit in the round using magic loop.
If you would like to take a full sockknitting class, i recommend ours as a wonderful online option. The toeup socks on magic loop is an entire stepbystep video class, with 19 videos included. This technique is appropriate for socks, hats, sweaters virtually any project. Teach yourself visually sock knitting teach yourself visually consumer book laura chau.
Compared to craftsy or inperson classes at your local yarn store, this is a very economical choice. You can knit socks on double points, use the magic loop technique, or knit on two circular needles. Includes 15 new sock patterns kindle edition by morganoakes, melissa. Sep 06, 2012 staci, i have sock yarn, and i need you to sell a real sock pattern using real sock yarn, and using magic loop i bought your book, but i dont want to use worsted weight.
The first session starts tuesday, march 3rd but theres still time to enroll. Bend the cord at this point and gently pull a loop out between those central stitches. My small contribution is a cheap way to pull your initial loop without making the dreaded permanent coil kink. Im recommending three sock knitting patterns and one sock and mitten pattern. Maybe together, we can get them reprinted some day. Two at a time, top down socks via magic loop the flying. Once youre two to four inches into one of these projects, youll be magic looping without even thinking about it. How to knit in the round using magic loop sister mountain. Magic loop knitting uses one extralarge circular needle 32. A simple sock, no fancy lace or cables, but still and yeah, i am a product knitter. Knitting books full of sock patterns, from intricate ethnic designs to hiking boot. Today we talk about the different ways to knit socks with a focus on comparing the 9 inch circular needles and addi flexi flip crasytrio. Us 3 40 inch circular needle with a flexible cable, one skein of indulgence sock by knitting fever or any other worsted or dk wt yarn that. May 06, 2016 my default, stressfree option is to work a pair of stockinette, toeup socks using the magic loop technique and my beloved hiya hiya sharp circular needles.
Toe up socks begin with either a shortrow toe or only a few stitches worked circularly outward, followed by the foot and shortrow or turkish heel, then leg and cuff. Jan 31, 2014 learn to knit magic loop socks ebook written by staci perry. Two socks atatime, toeup, magic loop 5 years ago by s t a c i this video tutorial and pattern walks you through knitting two socks atatime, from the toe up, using a long circular needle and the magic loop method of knitting. If working two socks at one time, separate yarn into two balls of equal yardage. For knitting small diameter tubes socks, sleeves, and the decrease sections at the top of hats, you need to use another technique. Knit 1 round, then on the next round, on each set of 6 sts you work k1, kfb, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1. If they are socks for me i wear a uk size 6 shoe i work on the basis of 60st and a 2. The example sock was knitted with lornas laces shepherd sock using the twists and turns sock pattern in shannon okeys how to knit in the woods. May 25, 2015 magic loop socks for some unexplained reason, i took a hiatus from sock knitting for quite some time.
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