Ten Tips for Knitting Socks - Tutorial

The dreaded gusset hole

I found This easy knitting tutorial on Pinterest...

Interweave: "When I say summer knitting, do you say, “Socks!”? I do, too. I have a pair of footies on the needles, and yarn for another pair, too. I mentioned in an earlier blog that I want to get several pairs of footies so they’ll be ready for Dansko-wearing in the fall. I’m well on my way with two pairs completed. I just need to finish the toes. Hopefully, I’ll do enough grafting this summer so that the technique will stick in my head. I feel like I’m doing it for the first time, every time."

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Fabulous Flats Slippers - Knitting Pattern

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What beautiful slippers knitting pattern! I found it on Etsy...

These slippers boast a stylish cabled band, seamless construction, and an extra comfy double-knit sole. Techniques used: German Short Rows (full instructions included in the pattern), simple cabling (written directions only), working in the round, picking up sts, crochet chained border (full instructions included in pattern, no prior crochet experience needed). Sizes: S (M, L, XL) to fit women’s US shoe size 5-6 (7-8, 9-10, 11-12). Bulky weight yarn. Designed by BEKAHknits

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Venezia Sport Cable Cardigan - Free Pattern

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What beautiful cardigan knitting pattern! I found it on Ravelry...

This shape flattering cardigan is worked from the bottom-up, in separate pieces that are seamed together. The button bands are worked simultaneously with the cardigan fronts. Instructions are included for two different front neckline options. The bodice features pretty cables that accentuate the waist.

Download Pattern: Venezia Sport Cable Cardigan