Bulky Weight Toe-Up Socks-Magic Loop Method - 3 Hrs

Bulky Weight Toe-Up Socks-Magic Loop Method - 3 Hrs - $55

Sunday, November 8th Noon to 3pm Ins: Teresa Waldo

Ready to knit your first pair of socks, try a new sock construction method, or knit socks on one long circular needle instead of double points? Then this class is for you. We will be using bulky yarn to get through the knitting of the sock sections quicker within the time limits of the class. We will begin at the toe with Judy’s Magic Cast-On, create the toe bed with Make 1 increases, knit the foot, increase stitches for the gusset, turn the heel, decrease stitches to the original stitch count, knit a small leg section and cuff, and finally finish with a stretchy bind off. Along the way we will discuss many tips and tricks, including sizing and fit and avoiding laddering. After completing this bulky sock you will know all the steps to completing socks toe up and can move on to other yarn weights OR make more bulky sets for family and friends. They make great gifts!!! Teacher will provide handout and pattern. Experience Level Required: can knit and purl in the round.

Materials Student Brings: Size 10.5 needles (32” circular for magic loop), you may want to bring needles in neighboring sizes to get gauge of 14 stitches per 4”, 1 skein of Malabrigo Chunky yarn, scissors, tapestry needle, stitch markers, tape measure

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