Friday 1/24, 2/21 + 3/14
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Instructor : Laura Eckel
Choose from three sock pattern options and learn the joy of sock knitting with our Sock Workshop! The ultimate portable project, learning how to knit socks opens up a whole new world of opportunities for trying out different stitches and techniques, but on a smaller scale than most projects. Getting the chance to wear your first pair of hand knit socks is so satisfying too! Laura is a true sock knitter (and you’ll frequently see her wearing hers), so she’s the perfect instructor to guide you through each step of the process. For true beginners, we recommend the first project option, which is designed for DK weight yarn. The thicker yarn will make tackling your first pair of socks easier and faster!
Skill Level : Experienced Beginner (should know how to knit and purl and have some pattern reading experience)
Project Option 1 : Basic Socks by Churchmouse Yarns & Teas
Materials Needed
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275 yds dk weight yarn
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US 3 (3.25mm) 32” - 40” circulars, or DPNs
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stitch marker
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tapestry needle
Recommended Yarns (dk) : Julie Asselin Journey Sport or Leizu DK (or Leizu DK Mini Skeins!), Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande Bocados, CoopKnits Socks Yeah! DK, Madelinetosh Tosh DK, Walcot Yarns Origin
Project Option 2 : Seasons Socks by Summer Lee
Materials Needed
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219-336 yds fingering weight yarn
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US 2 (2.75mm) 32” - 40” circulars, or DPNs
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US 1 (2.25mm) 32” - 40” circulars, or DPNs (optional, for cuff)
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stitch marker
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tapestry needle
Project Option 3 : Gobstopper Socks by Lena Skvegerson
Materials Needed
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400 yds fingering weight yarn
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US 1.5 (2.50mm) 32” - 40” circulars, or DPNs
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stitch marker
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tapestry needle
Recommended Yarns (fingering) : Julie Asselin Leizu Fingering, The Fibre Co. Amble (and Amble Mini Skeins!), Madelinetosh Twist Light (also available in our Naughty & Nice Sock Kits!), Kaos Yarn Organic Soft Merino, Coopknits Socks Yeah!, Gathenor Organic Snowdonia Sock or Preseli
Receive 10% OFF any materials purchased for one of our classes! To take advantage of this discount for online orders, just click here to drop us an email and we will refund you the discount.
Note : Our classes and help sessions are designed for those 18 yrs old and up. If you would like to set up a private lesson for a child please contact us at the shop. Please view our General Class Policies here.
📸 photo credits / Summer Lee, Churchmouse Yarns & Teas, Madelinetosh + Lena Skvagerson
