Making Socks with Yarn from Michaels??//Sock Knitting Vlog
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 มี.ค. 2022
- I usually make socks with indie dyed yarns or other higher end products I find in my local yarn store. But did you know you can find sock yarn in local craft stores like Michaels? I tried out a few and shared my experiences in this vlog!
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//TIMESTAMPS//2:24 Our trip to Michaels8:46 The yarn haul12:28 The plan15:01 The first pair- Paton’s Kroy18:22 The second pair- Loops & Threads Perfect Pair25:14 The last pair- Loops & Threads Woolike26:24 Sock yarn final review//PATTERN//Magic Heel Socks (modified) by The Autumn Acorn www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr... Kroy Socks FX in Copper Colors www.michaels.com/patons-kroy-... & Threads Perfect Pair in Secret Garden www.michaels.com/perfect-pair... & Threads Woolike in Rose www.michaels.com/woolike-yarn...
//RECIPE//(Used for 15 month old toddler that wears size 5-6 shoes)
CO 44
10 rounds for cuff
25 rounds for leg
25 rounds for heel
25 rounds for foot
Wedge toe, decreased every other round until 28 sts left then decreased every round until 12 sts left
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I throw Kroy in the washer and dryer with my regular laundry. I live dangerously and have teenagers that abuse knits. It holds up well.
Thanks for sharing! I'm glad to hear it. A wash/dryable yarn is a win for teenagers and people like me who are lazy at laundry lol
@@crowchetcreations4888 when we first started letting them do their own laundry (one kid was obsessed with the washer) we felted so many knits. 😆 So I switched out all my stuff that could not survive an 8 year old determined boy. I swear it's because he loves the smell of laundry.
@@rebeccainspired good for him for doing his laundry! You gotta adapt sometimes to avoid felted knits 😅
All off them seems so beautiful. Thank for sharing. Loves from Turkey 💚
Thanks for watching! ❤️
A bit of clarification on Patons Kroy. It **IS** a superwash yarn (check your label) but is it **not** merino wool (it's just....wool)., so it is easy care (machine wash/dry). Also, Kroy is a heavier-weight sock yarn, in that it's 166yds/50g, which would make it 372y/100g. Most typical sock yarns are about 400-440yds in 100g, so it **is** a bit thicker (you're correct in that it's closer to a sport than a true fingering).
Again, check your labels--there are care instructions on the Kroy label with symbols on the outer label and machine washing instructions on the interior of the label. It's a workhorse, but you'll need 2-3 balls for adult socks. It's **very** similar to Knit Picks Felici, on all aspects.
Thanks for being thorough! This comment is definitely helpful for other viewers who may want to try this yarn, I appreciate it. The labels are so helpful! I'll try to be more thorough in future videos where I try out other sock yarns because these details make a difference. I hadn't even noticed that it says "wool" and not merino wool, I'm just so used to merino being in sock blends!
Paton kroy is a great sock yarn. I’ve knit several pairs out of it and they hold up very well. My husband loves them.
It is a great sock yarn! Very sturdy.
This was such a fun video to watch (Georgia included 😊). Very informative too!
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Georgia is a fun little addition ☺️
awesome video!
Just getting into knitting socks and this totally helps because I have the Michaels credit card.
This video is a little older but hopefully you can find these yarns at Michael’s still!
I didn't know about the Perfect Pair, I will have to try it. Thank you for sharing! Rachelle in Seattle
They are a really good, inexpensive, vegan sock blend. Definitely worth trying to see if you like them!
Yes please❤❤❤sock yarn❤❤❤
Maybe I should revisit this video and see how the sock yarn is at Michael’s now!
Series definitely
I would love to make this a series! If only I had more time 😅
This was such a fun and informative video! I have a skein of Woolike in my stash, I might make some socks with it
They would be so soft!
i would love to see more videos like this. and you currently have me wanting to cast on a sock. i never wear the ones i have made but i think its because im still figuring out the right size for me
It definitely takes practice to figure out what socks fit works best for you! I usually wear my socks to bed to keep my toes warm ☺️
@@crowchetcreations4888 I have done that I hace a pair that are way to big. I didn't searched just went with the pattern. And also my feet are smaller then the count it called for.
@@scram93309 I always make the size smaller than my foot size calls for because the ball of my foot is so much wider than the rest of my foot! Just keep trying, you’ll find a recipe that works for you!
I made the Sockhead Hat out of the Loops and Threats Perfect Pair in the same color you used. It turned out super cute!
It's seriously my favorite colorway! I bet your hat looked soooo cute!
Would definitely love an affordable sock yarn series...they're great gifts
I'm glad you like the idea, I would love to continue it! I have my next affordable sock yarn video coming up soon!
I spoke too soon. I did not know you were going to test out right now so that’s great.
I'm glad my video was helpful for your questions!
I knit with a lot of Patons Kroy and 50 grams will get me a full length sock with some yarn left
I'm a sock knitter! Always looking for new sock yarn
Great thorough video. (Just subscribed.) Note: Not sure how you feel about Hobby Lobby, but they have bargain sock yarn, too. Premier Yarns also has some new bargain wool-free sock yarns with fun fruity patterns (watermelon, bananas, etc).
I should look into Premier Yarns! Those sound like really interesting sock yarn options. I haven't been shopping at Hobby Lobby recently, but maybe I can find some second hand?
@@crowchetcreations4888 Would really like your opinion on the Premier Fruits sock yarn. Haven't knit my skeins up yet. They are so cute. I've enjoyed just looking at them. LOL
I love this idea! I am not at the point where I can splurge on nice hand dyed stuff, anything I can find at the craft store is what I’m most likely to buy. I’m determined to get comfortable making socks. So far haven’t finished a pair, but I love Patons kroy. Seems like it will be rough but with handling (knitting) and washing I assume it will be softer. I’m pretty sensitive and truly it’s not a bother to my feet
I like the yardage on the loops and threads sock yarn, haven’t made anything but I’m terrified the sock would just disintegrate after a day.
Also, Georgia is gorgeous!❤️
My Perfect Pair socks I knit last summer have held up really well, I definitely recommend trying them! Paton’s is definitely softer than it first seems. Keep practicing, you’ll get comfortable knitting socks!
The perfect pair I'm gonna try not a big knitter mostly crochet but want a pair if knit ruffle socks
I am loving the ruffle trend right now! Ruffle socks would be so cute.
I use Patons sock yarn alot I like it!
It's a great workhorse yarn!
Loops and threads luxury sock yarn
Oh I haven't seen that one, I'll have to look out for it!
I have never used Perfect Pair, but re: the other two...Kroy is fine in my washer on the warm/cold cycle, to pop the socks back into shape, but I don't throw them in the dryer. Woolike I do not think will hold up well for socks, but I am knitting a sweater with it at 7.5 sts/in, and with a 35" bust and long arms/torso, I am thinking it will take only 3 balls! (I had bought 5.) We will see how that holds up.
Yeah, I don’t think Woolike will be great for socks. But it was so soft and such a good deal for your yardage! I definitely recommend trying Perfect Pair.
Payton’s Kroy I was wondering how it felt compared. I like fingering and . I did not know they had loop and thread was good for socks. Do you use ChiaoGoo in the small set?
Paton's Kroy definitely feels like more of a sport weight yarn for socks, but it's a great option! I use Chiaogoo needles, but usually the "miniature" sizes.
I love Paton's Kroy - I think it softens up quite a bit in the wash. I love that it's a bit thicker. Different Michael's have different choices, my nearby Michael's only have Paton's Kroy. I'd appreciate you not supporting Hobby Lobby.
I through my wool.nylon socks in the washing machine every time. I do put them in with the cold load though, all of the cold load is hung to dry.
I look forward to seeing how they wear! Workhorse socks for sure. I don’t buy from Hobby Lobby anymore. I am hoping to find other businesses to support in future sock knitting vlogs instead!
Let me know what you think about that wool like for socks. I do have some of that I have not ever made or knitted socks before but I have that and I’m trying to learn how to make them because I want to make everybody socks for Christmas but for whoever I can I want to make some socks.
Now that we have used them for a while, I don't think the Wool-like is a good option for socks. Socks need more elasticity and memory to be able to stretch over a foot and then stay on.
I am waiting for my size 1 needle to come in the mail for me to do Summerleas Sach pattern that should be here maybe tomorrow I can’t wait to get started because I have a 2.75. It’s way too big of tchiagoo.
I am about to purchase the magic heel sock pattern but I wanted to know how the sock is holding up with your toddler. Do they stay on her feet? My grandson will be born next month and these socks seem perfect for fast growing babies and toddlers.
Okay, I adjusted the numbers for a 40 stitch count sock for my toddler about 10 months ago, and they are only now slipping from her feet. I think she needs to go up to a 48 stitch count. But compared to the regular heeled socks I have made her (short row heels and heel flap/gusset), these socks don't slip more. So I say go for it! If they start to slip you know you need to go up a size. The pattern itself doesn't have child sizes, but it is easy to modify the numbers. I've used the same concepts of this sock pattern to make baby socks as gifts too!
@@crowchetcreations4888 Thank you! I bought the pattern and I’ll give it a try!
Would you ever do a tutorial on teaching a person the first time getting socks?
I think that's a great idea! I would love to do a little video series teaching the different parts of knitting socks. It's on my list to get to one day!
I might have missed it but what size needle did you use ?
I might have forgotten to mention it! I used a US size 1/ 2.25 mm needle. I use Chiaogoo interchangeable metal needles!
@@crowchetcreations4888 Thank you so much !
What pattern did you follow for this pair pl?
I adapted the Magic Heel Socks from The Autumn Acorn! They don't come in a child size so I used a smaller stitch count.
😂😂 baby roar
😂 she’s got lots to say! Lol
Baby being a baby. Wow good deal.
She definitely embraces her babyhood! Lol
My Michaels stopped selling sock yarn. 😑
oh nooooo :( that's a bummer! They also ship online so maybe that'll work?
@@crowchetcreations4888 I usually order regia. I only her other brands if I can put my hands on it. If I’m going to order, might as well order what I like. 😂. Thanks for the comparison video.
@@jjbing3 lol stick with what you love! But I'm glad you enjoyed learning about some more yarns.
never take your eyes off your baby!
Definitely! Sometimes she’s not on camera but I can still see her. You can’t be too careful!
i thought you are app 15 years old!oh
I have a young face :) but I am almost twice that age! lol
Could not understand you with that mask on
Sorry about that, I was masking so I could shop safely.