Let’s talk about knitting socks.
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- Socks glorious socks
Simply beautiful socks by @twinsetandpurl
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My yarny corner
Marie Curie Sock Quest @flowerpowerfund
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Bags by Hannah's happy space
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Soft accents
The yellow is so bright & cheery! Thanks for sharing. 😊
Ruth, you are so lovely. I so appreciate your passion for knitting. You make my day when I see a new video.
Here in the USA we don’t have many shops left in my area which is sad.
Keep up the podcasts as they are better than therapy. What a pleasure seeing your projects.
Sharing your socks, techniques and yarn are all very helpful. Your socks are beautiful. I am an English thrower, I was taught by my grandmother, who was also an English thrower, It is normal for me, not interested in changing. Thank you for podcasting ❤❤
Hi Ruth, Rita from Trondheim, Norway here. I have been through a lot also, magic loop, small circulars and so on. I have returned to 5 DPNs which is quite common here. I knit continental with one colour and throws with second and more colours. And it is easier to get the tention right and most importantly it looks good. ❤I am 63 and have knitted for 57 years😂
Thanks for sharing!!
Hi Ruth, lovely to see someone else who uses 9 inch circular needles for the socks. I love the Knit Pro Symfonie needles too. I will only make socks with heal flap and gusset as I can get the perfect fit, no tension square for me either. Thanks for sharing Yarn Smith yarn I have purchased quite a few skeins ❤❤❤
I don't want to knit socks with any other yarn now.
You were cracking me up! You remind me of one of my real life knitting friends. That whole business of casting on 4 socks is just like her. And me, too.
That Yarnsmiths yarn is so beautiful!! Your daughter will love them. And yes, the clowning around socks should be fine. After all, some daffodils have some pretty pinks and peaches in their center.
I use all the methods for knitting yarn, depending on how I feel like at the time. I've got 4 different pair with 4 different methods. I'm making DK socks for my grands with the magic heel which is just ribbing down the back from the cuff to where you want to stop. I'm thinking they will fit the grands a lot longer.
I love your box of socks. That's what drew me to your video. It really inspires me to make more socks. I love making them and they are a mathematics dream magic.
Happy knitting x
Great review. Thanks
Hooray! Ruth's back!! ❤️
Ruth, I am so glad you did this video. It’s funny that you did this video because I was just thinking about writing to you and asking you to show us how you knit. I know that you said that you Knit quickly and I was curious to what that looked like so thank you very much. I do not enjoy knitting socks yet. I try and try, but I just can’t get the groove. I always go back to my shawls. I think I just need to try a plain vanilla sock instead of all the fancy ones and maybe more practice will make me more comfortable with it. I do use a 9 inch Addy that one needle is longer than the other. I really like those. I am going to buy the needles though and see if I like both. I had never heard of the yarn that you use for the socks, so I’m definitely going to give that a try. Thank you again. I’m glad to hear Hannah‘s coming back. I’ll be watching for her video. Let her know she is missed. Lykke pronounced like eee. Chia goo pronounced pronounced.chow goo
Definitely try vanilla first. X
Ruth, you are such a joy to watch and listen to. Thank you for showing us how you knit. I’ve also knit many many socks but mostly toe up because I either make them too short or too long when I knit cuff down. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong! Any tips? I miss out on a lot of great patterns because of it. So great to see your smiling face 🥰 Suzette
Hello Ruth. It’s good to see you back. I haven’t knitted socks in a while. All of yours are beautiful.
I missed not having the devotional. See you next time.
It wasnt a proper podcast. X
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Thanks for sharing your sock knitting experience. I love knitting socks. I use 10 inch circulars . I knit continental style because I was a long time crocheter before I learned to knit and continental came naturally to me.
My heels are a mock short row and I like that best because you don't need to pay attention and keep track of where you are.
Most of my sock pairs don't match. Socks and eyebrows are sisters not twins!
I knit exactly the way you do. 😃 Watching your podcast as I test knit the "Ruthie" shawl!
Yay, thank you!
This was so good Ruth, I tried 9 inch but found them difficult, I use magic loop and it works beautifully for me, after watching you I might try them again. I think those socks with the stripes will be fine, there’s a good amount of yellow. All your socks are gorgeous, the simply beautiful socks are beautiful, I’m doing the simply beautiful cowl at the moment and loving the pattern. Thankyou for sharing, loved it 🥰
You are so welcome! I have finished the cowl to but will show next time x
Thank you for a really enjoyable podcast. I haven't knitted many socks but I'm definitely team dpn's and a 'thrower".
Hi Ruth from a sock knitter across the pond! wonderful socks you've knitted and I would send all of them.
Good morning Ruth, starting off with your pod is perfect 😊
I knit my socks in exactly the same way as you, I even use the same KnitPro needles most of the time. I don’t mind the Addi ones but definitely prefer the KnitPro. 😊
Hello! Just found your podcast and love it. My mama is Amish. My dad was born in Scotland… Needless to say not in the community, but I grew up learning all a wonderful handcrafts. Definitely a thrower, but I did not know that until I saw your podcast. Your socks are beautiful and I can’t wait to see what else I can find to watch. Enjoyed this so much.
You are so welcome x
Ruth I feel like you’re a kindred spirit- we both love Jesus and everything you said about socks I totally agree with! Such a helpful video
Hi Ruth, thx for explaining a bit. Also it's lykke loo-kah just hygge is hoo- gah. The y is "oo" with double letters pronounced hard and the the e is "ah". Since it Isn't phonetically pronunciation like English follows their language phonetics. Happy 4th voting day for you. Take care🤗
Thanks. Lykke has frustrated me...now I know.
Loved this podcast. I have knit many things but have never knit socks...I tried once and really didn't enjoy it...I found it clever that you use a dpn as a flat needle. I usually do magic loop but I might give that dpn a try...thanks for sharing and it's nice to see you back😂
Thanks so much for this. It was nice 'knitting' with you. And, I've been so curious how people make those tiny needles work for them -- thanks for showing how you hold yours. I think that I'm going to give them a go myself. (I use the two circular needle method, and I can see that the tiny needles are much, much faster, more knit-rhythm-y.) Pretty socks, too, those bright stripeys. Thanks very much. 🙂
Ruth, thank you for showing us your techniques - very helpful. your socks are just so beautiful!! I think the striped sock could go in the box.
Ruth those socks have plenty of yellow in them and I am sure the recipient will be delighted to receive them and to wear them. Like you I love knitting socks on a 9inch circular although my needle of choice is chiagoo. I have tried many different heels and now go back to Nancy Wheelers version in her Let’s Stay Home pattern with any other pattern. Toes are usually grafted with Kitchener or laterly I have tried Finchley and if short of yarn Russian graft. My cast on of choice is the Alternating Cable cast on which gives good stretch to the cuff down.which like you is my preferred way to knit socks. I am fascinated to know how you use a pillow as I have not heard of that. I am thinking of you as I am excitedly looking forward to a trip from NZ to Northern Island in September. Keep up the great charity knitting. God bless you.
The pillow is from Valari. I will maybe show it in my next podcast as a lot of people have asked. Enjoy your trip x
Thanks for the podcast. I tried magic loop and double pointed for sock knitting and enjoy them then I discovered 9inch circular and love them, i just wish I had smaller I am UK size 10 and need 72 stitches to fit around my foot.
Wonderful talk about socks and what works for you. I appreciate your show and tell on needles and techniques.
I too like knitting my socks cuff down. I started with DPNs but now use a Chaigoo Twist circular needle, which is an interchangeable needle. It would be better to describe it as a 10 inch needle rather than 9 but hey.
I prefer a solid circular for projects but when I tried the solid circular Chaigoo for socks I did not like it at all. The cord is stiffer and the tips and length of the needles not the same.
I have come to prefer my wooden circulars for most knitting projects, except for socks as the solid circulars I've tried so far have not been preferable. This has left me using the Chaigoo Twists as my preferred sock needles but they are not cheap. They can be bought in a set of sizes in a red pouch but I'm less likely to use all the sizes. As much as sets are nice, I'm not inclined to buy sets when I want another needle of a particular size. I don't want to end up with piles of needles in sizes I won't require. The only other option is to buy a twin set, 2 pairs with a couple of different length cords. I don't know why the cords do not come in pairs or have options for a pair the same length as this means a cord in the length preferred has to be purchased separately to go with the other needle while leaving the undesired cord not useful. It's still a bit of a fiddle. While having these means I can knit a pair with a sock on each needle, I'm always up for trying a new needle and hoping to find an equally enjoyable one that is available separately and an affordable option.
I'm going to explore the internet, which is becoming a fiddle in itself these days to search beyond the big names that push themselves to the fore without any true relevance to your search, to find a place that I can access and acquire the Symphony needle from to give it a go.
What a lovely enthusiastic attitude you have. I need to check out the shadow wrap heel from Earth Tone girl,I’ve just started using 9 inch circular to knit a pair of socks.
I too love to knit socks. 9 in circular only but I’m a Chiagoo gal all the way. I’m going to try your toe idea. Thanks so much for blessing my day ❤
Hooray for socks! I knit socks with all the techniques, just whatever suits my fancy at the time.
Ruth, please don’t apologize. I enjoyed seeing your needles, your methods for heels and toes, your yarn choices, and watching you knit! Thank you for sharing and take care.
Love your explanation about your socks. I use all different needles for knitting socks including 9" circular. I am also a thrower, and only use both hands to do colour work.
Hi Ruth , you always have a very interesting podcast. I’m a mostly sock knitter. I just enjoy that most. My favourite way is DPNs and continental. I hear so much about knitting with other needles, so I’m trying , magic loop, two 24” circulars and 9” circulars. Your so fast with the 9” and I heard from other people how fast they are. So I thought I would try them , just a little at a time, so my hands don’t get so sore. If I don’t make it time , I’ll just stick to my DPNs. So nice to see you again. ❤️🧶
Give 9" a chance. They are a very different feel in your hands. X
I knitted a couple of pairs of socks on dpns and hated making them. I’ve just purchased some 9inch knitpro cables and ironically found your chat about them. I’m hoping that. I can master this method, otherwise I won’t be knitting socks in future. So, fingers crossed I manage a pair as I love hand knitted socks. Am checking out your back videos now that I’ve found you. Tfs
Glsd you found me. Just give them a chance. You may not like them immediately as you have to hold them a bit differently x
Thanks so much Ruth. I've an obsession for sock knitting too. I enjoyed seeing how you knit on 9 inch needles. I'll give it a go. Must get some Knit Pro needles. Many thanks. I bought some of the Yarnssmiths sock yarn on your recommendation too. ❤❤
Hope you love it x
Sock info was great! I am a magic looper myself but I think with the right 9 in circulars I would like that as well
Thank you for an informative podcast , never tried 9” circulars but am going to give them a go, love the tutti fruitti colorway.
Just give them time. How you hold them makes all the difference in my humble opinion.
Always a joy! Your yellow sock bring me joy. ❤
Fab podcast! So informative! I have recently found a love for sock knitting since moving to 9” circulars instead of magic loop which I didn’t enjoy as much. Thanks for the tip about the toes and using dpns! 🥰🧶
Hi from Australia Ruth 👋
I really enjoyed the discussion about the socks today. I use exactly the same circular as you do, but I can use dpns too !
Magic Loop ? Nope, not for me either, I've tried many times, and I too, get annoyed with having to stop and start, whilst wrangling with yarn and splitting stitches and sliding cords 🤪 but I must try a shadow wrap heel ! ❤
This was super Ruth. The yellow stripe socks have plenty of yellow and will be ideal for anyone. Well done for all your knitting and this “ what you do” sock info. A great help for me and I am sure a lot of other knitters.❤
I Knit socks the same as you,9 inch all the way to the toe. Then I do magic loop instead. I use Chiagoo but would like to try the lykke 9 inch someday. So many pretty socks! Have a great week😊
Once again, a lovely episode.
I like the new camera position, and now that I’ve seen you knit with the 9 inch needles I’ll give them a shot.
Go for it x
Thank you Ruth for this informative podcast.
I’m an English thrower too, tried continental and persevering with colour work!
I’m 66 and have knitted on and off since I was a child. I want to knit socks and have made one pair and half way through a second, using magic loop but find them a struggle!!
I’m going to try the 9 ins and see if it makes it any easier lol 😂
Thank you once again ❤
Give them a bit of time. They do feel a bit awkward initially.
Thank you - I will xx
Ruth, this is my first time watching your podcast. You’re a delight and I’ve subscribed so I won’t miss your next one. Like you, I love to knit socks. Thanks for the encouragement in using 9”. I had to take a two-day break after knitting a pair of socks in two days because my wrists hurt. It was torture not to be able to knit and I didn’t know what to do with myself. I’ll rewatch your segment on holding them and try again. I love not having the ladders that I had using DPs. Until next time, all the best from the midcoast of Maine.
So glad you have joined us x
Ooooooohhh your sweater is gorgeous! Well done!😊...I missed you but glad you took care of yourself...I have never made socks but I will watch this video with great excitement😂
Great sock talk!
I love seeing all your beautiful yellow socks 💛
I usually use small double pointed needles but want to try short circulars. I use 2.5mm like you 😊 most others I see use 2.25mm x
I really enjoyed this sock episode, thank you 😊. I knit my socks using devil sticks 😅....but as a young woman (40yrs ago) I would ask my mom to knit my socks...I may have had trouble maneuvering DPNs because the 4 fingers on my left hand are only an inch long. I finally did master DPNs, and was the hockey mom who was always knitting socks at the arena.
Nowadays, I do try 9" circs, but never try the heel using them...but I'll give it a try on my current pair. I did pause the video to order a different brand to try....on sale!...but i can't seem to find your favourites here in Canada.
My go-to now...short row heel, umbrella toe, Finchley Graft.
When I was a young woman, I worked in an office, and we all knit on our lunch hour. Ine day, an English co-worker burst out that she could'nt watch me anymore knitting the way that I knit at the time. She taught me a different way....and just this last year I heard of something called Irish Cottage Knitting or Lever Knitting...I think that seems to be my method ❤
Off I go to google all the things you mentioned. Thank you x
Loved this podcast. Thank you very inspirational going to try some of your methods
Great video Ruth, really enjoyed it, pleased I am using the same length circ as you, often wondered if I could go smaller ? But will stick with 25mm. My vote would be too much colour for the yellow sock collection on the stripe socks xx thanks again xx
Good Morning Ruth from Adelaide Australia!! I just love our knitting sessions, you would love my current knit (Penny by Tincan Knits in wattle yellow). I learnt to knit socks about 7 years ago and I went through a similar process as you with needle choice, I like ChiaoGoo 9 inch shorties and I also use Knitpro Symphony. I use a 2.25mm tip. I tried magic loop but my tension is super tight and all that cable in my sock bag stressed me out. I also do my heels the using the shortie or I do a preplanned afterthought heel. I learnt to knit socks with Winwick Mum's tutorials 🧡
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Oh what a treat to see how you knit your socks!! I've really struggled to do it. I'm off to buy the Knit pro 9" circulars. Bless you for sharing your experience with us.
Take your time with them. Practice makes perfect x
❤❤I never try the 9 circular needle but I would like to try!😊 BEAUTIFUL socks!
You should!
I’ll have to look into the umbrella toe, never heard of it. I usually do wedge toe but I’m not crazy about it. Fun episode!
Kay F Jones of the Bakery Bears has it on Ravelry.
I’m a magic looper. I haven’t down to where I don’t even have to think about it. I’ve only tried 9” circulars once. Chiaogoo. Maybe I’ll give yours a try. Thanks for the podcast. Love your socks! If you don’t feel like filming, don’t! Wait until you do. Zero pressure in my opinion! I’m happy when they pop up but life is busy and always challenging. You do what feels right for you and your family. Happy 4th of July! Going to a big neighborhood breakfast this morning and a BBQ tonight. 😊
Thank you. Have fun x
Have a wonderful summer Ruth, hope you have lots of time for fun knits 😊
I think there is enough yellow in the pair you were unsure about. I love knitting socks as well. Have tried all the methods but like you love 9” circulars the best. ChiaGoo are my favourite & again like you have tried lots of different ones! 🙈 However have just ordered a pair of Symphonie to try as they may be kinder for my arthritic hands. Great podcast. Thanks so much. God bless Dianne 😀
Hope they work out for you x
@@ruthlovestoknitpodcastneedle has arrived & given them a go. Yes overall I like them so ordering another as I knit my socks in tandem. The prym measure thingy you showed do you use that instead of a row counter to ensure both socks are the same length in cuff & foot? Thanks. Ooh I’m joining in the Marie Curie sock knitting project & have ordered some appropriate Yarnsmith yarn. What a great enabler you are! Dianne👍😀
Very interesting I’ve tried lots of different ways of knitting socks too for me I can only use the addi crazy 3 needles they were the game changer for me. Love all your yellow socks for Marie currie I think the striped ones are enough yellow xx
Forgot about the 3 needles. So many options.
I’ve been learning on flex needles. Pretty easy.🧶my fav sock yarns are Regina and Opal. Soft but durable.
Forgot to mention those. I tried them but got ladders
Hi Ruth, loving the sock vid. I am watching in the hope of inspiration as I have to buy my own birthday presents and that was last Monday the 24th.
Happy belated birthday x
Hi Ruth, please don’t apologise. I found your sock podcast very useful and interesting. I think there’s enough yellow in those sock to go to Marie Curie.Looking forward to your next podcast 😊
Thank you so much Ruth. Really useful podcast. I currently knit with the devil's sticks and am happy with those but they aren't great for taking out of the house. I've bought some 9inch needles but not tried them yet. Lots of people seem to struggle with them so your tips on how to hold them have reassured me. Just need to finish my current WIPs then I'll try them.
Thanks again Nickyx
They might take a bit of getting used to x
@@ruthlovestoknitpodcast Probably worth the effort though.
That was great Ruth! I love knitting socks... currently a fan of using 2 circulars. I have been hesitant to try 9" circulars cuz I have large hands but I think those KnitPros might work well for me.
Greetings from Wisconsin!
Hi Ruth, school is out up here. I spent time with my grandson this morning but it's so miserable, so am going to hibernate with my knitting. My church has put out an appeal for knitted poppies so that's this afternoon job after I locate my red dk.
9 inch circulars are my favorite and the fastest for me (I knit continental). But I’ve had to go down to a size small to get a better fit for me and Im having trouble moving the stitches around easily. So using 2 circulars at the moment and that’s pretty easy and quick. Don’t like the devil sticks and magic loop is just too fiddly and slow for me. I turn mine inside out at the end and use the Finchley graft to close the toes. Much neater and easier than Kitchener to me. Thanks for a great video with lots of good info!
Oh will have to check that out although I do love kitchener.
I actually like the camera lower! love your sweater, I must see if i can get those needles in Canada
Hi Ruth! Love your jumper, its stunning! I knit socks by doing the rib, heels and toes in magic loop, and then I use a hiyahiya 9inch circular for the leg and the foot. I found the knitpro ones to be too long for me, I got a bit tangled up! I'm happy with toe up or top down, both work for me. Lovely to see you again, I've been winding 10g minis whilst catching up with you today xxx
I love that everyone has their own method. Whatever works right x
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Thank you for showing how you do your heels on 9”. Gave me the courage to try it! Discovered that I have to knit English on 9” and they are now my go to sock knitting needles. Otherwise I knit continental.
Thank you for another fun podcast! I have knit over 300 pairs of socks and still cannot find a way to use a 9" circular. I have tried two times within the past few years. But, after watching this, I will try again. I wonder if it is because I am a Continental knitter and do not wrap the yarn, but rather tension the yarn next to the left needle when I pick. The 9" needles are too short to hold the tension. Here's hoping for success this time!
They definitely take a bit of practice but obviously you have your favourite method. If it aint broke don't fix it.
Ruth, I love our podcasts, your personality just brightens my day every time I watch! Much love from Florida!
I knit continental, I tried learning throwing when I first started but I just couldn't get the hang of it, I learned how to crochet first when I was younger, so holding the yarn in the right hand felt so foreign. I was ecstatic when I found there was another way to knit.
I'm still working on my perfect sock technique, I've knit 14 pairs so far, I learned how to knit in January 2023. I've tried magic loop, 2 circulars, and 9 inch circulars.
I think I've settled in to 9 inch circulars, shadow wrap heel with a mini gusset, rounded toe on magic loop. Now I'm just figuring out what's my perfect stitch count for 2.0mm and 2.25mm needles. Sock knitting brings me much happiness and is my first love in knitting.
Sounds like you love to knit socks as much as I do. X
Thank you for sharing, really interesting without being the least judgemental.
I've only done a few pairs, so haven't yet found the perfect recipe for me, but have tried DPN's, magic loop, small circular. At present my preferred method is flexi tips.
Have bought myself The Sock Project by Summer Lee and am intending to try all the different patterns, but already know that 2.25mm isn't going to be my 'perfect'.
You will find your "perfect" with practice x
Thank you for this lovely episode Ruth! Excellent information - I actually had no idea that all 9 inch circulars were not created equal! I have quite a collection of them but switched to knitting magic loop as my hands were starting to cramp as I have gotten older. I think your Knitpro ones with the slightly longer tip would probably work for me! Please know that your joyful delivery of no matter what topic is always a breath of fresh air. Once the video was over I realized that I had sat there smiling the entire time while knitting along and watching. Your annual box of charity socks is AWESOME! 💛 Blessings
Thankyou so much xx
I love have them .But i am stay in Shouth Africa
Love your jumper, I think the multi stripes are good for people who don't like too much yellow but there's enough to add to the box. I use 9" circular needles chargoo as I watched The crazy sock lady tutorial and the thought of DPN's makes me shudder😆. Loved this podcast.
thanks for showing your sock knitting methods. I am a thrower and sticking to it for now. I started knitting socks with magic loop from the crazy sock lady tutorial. After watching you, I now want to try 9 inch. ❤
As an avid sock knitter myself I really enjoyed this video! I am a dpn girl, through and through! They just work for me! I also love doing the Kitchener toe and a couple of people in my knit group save the toes for me to finish for them as they hate doing them! I absolutely hate magic loop for socks and I have done the leg and foot on 9 inch circs but change back to dpn for the shaping! Like everything else it’s doing what works for you and makes you happy! I knit a box of charity socks every Christmas for the homeless which gives me joy.
9 inch is the only thing that makes sense to me, but I have only done vanilla.😊
Thank you for showing your sock knitting ❤ I love knitting socks and my fave needles are Addi crazy trio as I don’t get any gaps on the sides with them. Haven’t decided on a fave heel yet. I like doing the shadow short row but it leaves holes which I don’t like
Forgot about the trios & flexi flips. I got holes till I started lifting the wee loop between the stitches at the start.
I think there is enough yellow in your striped socks and even the ones for your daughter. You are very generous and talented.
If anybody is going to make me knit socks it is you they are so perfect and beautiful .what a talent and gift you have , you are giving me motivation to make socks that’s for sure 🌻
Practice makes perfect 🤣
Love the video. Thanks. I recently switched to 9 inch circular for my socks. Used to be a magic loop but, like you said, it slowed me down. Also I love 9 inch for colorwork socks. I found the Finchly graft from Roxanne Richardson and saved me because I couldn’t get the Kitchener stitch down. (I almost dislike it as much as you dislike socks on dpns 😂)
So many have mentioned this graft. Must look it up.
Hello Ruth. Thank you having a “proper” discussion about socks. Personally, I think knitting socks is one of the most satisfying ways of creating wonderful garments which really are treasured. I am not sure how many pairs I have made over many years, (probably hundreds🤔), but I recently went through my sock wool leftovers and decided it was about time I used them. So I have made a double sided patchwork blanket, which my young grandson has claimed - no winter knee blanket for me! Mind you, there is still enough left over to make another blanket so that may go to my other grandson.
I was interested in how people tackle sock making - DPNs, circular etc. personally, I don’t think it matters. So long as whichever method being used results in a nice pair of socks that has given the knitter enjoyment - then that is the correct method.
Have a great week, and I will look forward to your next video.
I don’t care for dpns either. Even when my stitches are too few for 9 inch circulars I use 3 as dpns. 😊
Went to look up Colin socks, it appears these ones are the Anthony socks, Colin's look a bit more like feathers either way I love them!
Whoops. I have knit so many 🤣
Thanks for sharing Ruth - I'm a 9" circular girl too and always have a pair on the needles. Like you I love to knit for the Marie Curie Sock Quest. I'm going to give your method for the toe a try - looks so straightforward. Lesley @DownDuckpoolLane
PS If you know of any charities who would like socks that would be great to know. I've sent quite a few pairs to Knit for Peace over the years
I am looking at @lydiasgift
I think there is plenty of yellow in the striped socks and they will brighten someone's day 💛
It's nice to see what you like to use and have tried. You have a very relaxed hand position~I hope to do the same some day.
Congrats to your daughter on her job and hanging in there! Too many people quit and walk away. You've taught her well 😘
I am not a sock knitter but I am so glad you are back. I just love spending time with you. Your energy is contagious. 🥰
Don't feel too energetic these days!
Thanks so much Ruth 😊 really useful, I tried so many times with 9 inch circular but just can’t get the hold right, but I’m off to try again. Also the socks u think have enough yellow in them 💛
Let me know how you get on x
Brilliant Ruth.. really enjoyed this and great information about all the needles. I got some yarnsmiths and it's gorgeous yarn. No summer here in N.Ireland either. Blowing a gale and waterproof coats on.😂 hopefully some sunshine soon. Will just enjoy the sunshine in your socks. 😊🌞
Loving your yellow socks. Lots of yellow in both your daughter’s socks and the lovely striped ones. Somebody will for sure LOVE them! Love your podcast with all the colours. Thanks for doing it.
Hi Ruth, it's great to see you back. I have really enjoyed your podcast and all your socks. I was wondering about the kitchener stitch, I have tried it a few times and it comes out bulky, any advice will be appreciated.
Have a great day
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Hmmm. Not sure. Don't pull it too tight maybe.
I knit my socks just like you do. I made my first pair many, many years ago. Lovely thick socks for my Dad who was a builder so wore them in his work boots. In those days there was only double points so I'm sure they were full of ladders. I didn't make any more for years until I discovered small circulars.
You are such a delight and I thank you for being so encouraging. I started knitting socks with DPNs, couldn't get the hang of it. Moved to magic loop, that's my go to. But I did go back to DPNs so it varies now. I've tried different heels, my go to is heel, flap and gusset, and my toe is now the umbrella toe. It's all in my brain, it never varies. Most of my socks are vanilla or cable, lace socks let in air when it's cold😊 Beautifully done video, stay safe, stay well. Loves to you all❤❤
Enjoyable, entertaining podcast Ruth - as always. It was so much fun knitting with you. We admired all your beautiful knits, now we know how you knit them. I am an English thrower, but I hold the right needle like a pencil, whereas you hold yours like a knife. I tension around my little finger. Just the way I was taught.
I love that everyone has their way of knitting.
I really enjoyed your podcast. Thanks for taking the time to share with us.
Yes, I think they’re yellow enough.
I always enjoy your podcast. Yes, the kids are right. There is enough yellow in the stripes, send the socks. Watching you made cleaning the stove fly by. T
I tried continental knitting and it’s so slow for me. I knit socks on dpn’s but maybe I’ll have to attempt short circulars again. I have a chiagoo 9 inch which people seem to like. Your sock knitting is amazing!!