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8/27/2008 1:38:46 PM
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thechartreuseshepherd
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I have not looked through all my magazines yet...my sock yarn and needles just came today (plus my Espirt ....so pretty....I can`t wait to work with it).....anyway...back to the socks I want to do for Christmas gifts....I have never made any toe - up but I would like to....a little bit lacy one....and some for men. stitch gauge of 7 / 8. Just thought I would ask you`all....you guys seem to know just about everything!! Cheryl
Weird weather here all day...tornados popping up all over the state....so far not too much damage. TV abc station has had nothing but weather all afternoon!
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8/27/2008 3:53:58 PM
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thechartreuseshepherd
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Wondering if you need a special pattern once you learn the basics of toe up....can you then use any pattern???
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8/27/2008 6:22:28 PM
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suzann
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Hi Cheryl,
Once you get the basics down you can use any stitch pattern you like.
This is the best and easiest top up sock recipe I know. I usually work top down, but even I can do this toe up
http://tinyurl.com/2xqodk
Make sure you also read her advice on how to escape a hole when you join back up to knit in the round.
If you are planning on knitting with sock yarn you want to try for 8 stitches per inch. The firmer the gauge the more comfortable the sock is under the foot and the longer it lasts.
Hope that helps
suzann
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8/27/2008 8:36:40 PM
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thechartreuseshepherd
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Thanks Suzann....I will check that out! I have been on the computer tonight and found some information also...I am excited and can`t wait to start (I am forcing myself to finish the other mitten) ! I guess I am old....I am always surprised (amazed) at how you can search ANYTHING and get sooooo much info and even vidios!!!! Cheryl
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8/28/2008 4:28:20 PM
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Hey, amazes me too!
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8/28/2008 6:44:04 PM
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ScullyKnits
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There is a free pattern for the Jaywalker sock - toe up version. Sorry I don`t have the link, a google search will find it. Remember when switching from top down patterns that any pattern will also be "toe up"
There is a really good cast on for toe up at Knitty
http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEspring06/FEATmagiccaston.html
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8/29/2008 7:59:07 AM
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thechartreuseshepherd
Posts 1913
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Thanks ladies...I will check on these. I found one called Lifestyle Toe Up Socks....not a pattern but a method ...even has a YouTube vidio (first time on YouTube!) The socks look Great!!!!!! I am so excited! Cheryl
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