i debated writing this post for some time (too long), mostly because i thought i would do a bucket-of-baby-socks post with at least 3-4 more handknit socks in there. i will probably still do that, but this particular pair won't be in the picture; i'm sending them out to miss Lili Bean Clementine. i hope they fit!
pink baby socks! omg!
Pattern Better-Than-Booties baby socks, by Ann Budd.
Source Interweave Knits, Summer 2005.
Yarn Reynold's Soft Sea Wool, 1 Skein, Pink.
Needles Size 0 (2 mm) dpns.
Modifications I shortened the ribbing to 4 repeats of the cable pattern, so that it actually looks more like booties than socks.
the pattern: i was really surprised by how quickly this project went. even more, i was surprised by how much fun i had knitting them. keep in mind, i was always reluctant to knit socks on size 0 needles. (recall that Socks 101 were knit with worsted-aran weight yarn.) but, i loved knitting these socks.
this is a really easy pattern, but, i have to admit, i don't quite know if i followed it properly. i basically only glanced at the pattern for such details as (1) number of caston stitches, (2) number of rows to complete for different sections, (3) short row shaping of heel, and (4) zig-zag bind-off.
so, really, with just those 4 things to keep in mind, you can make any number of variations on this pattern... different instep stitch patterns. i can't wait to experiment some more.
before the zig-zag bindoff on second sock.
the yarn: i really enjoyed knitting with Soft Sea Wool. it's smooshy and stretchy to knit. the finished fabric has a crunchy texture, which for some reason i've grown to love in wool and wool blends.
i'm not sure how much yarn i actually used in this, since it was left over from a cat sweater i knit last year. but, i'm pretty sure that you can get at least two pairs of socks out of each skein.
well, it's good to blog again. i have lots to write: more baby socks, an almost finished raglan mini-ish sweater, a quick little knit from Knitty, Mendocino for a wedding, and another night at the onsen with friends.
happy knitting!--and happy friday!
