Another hybridization of the Nutkin pattern's short row heels and toes plus the stitch pattern "Stansfield 16" from More Sensational Knitted Socks. I think I'm stuck on this type of heels and toes, probably because I love how these socks fit me...perfectly!100% wool socks definitely need sock blockers...most sock knitters would agree I'm sure. Dilemma ...I don't own any. Then magically a solution appeared to me most unexpectedly by way of my knitting friend Becky. She found a great "recipe" for homemade sock blockers made from placemats.
They are not only inexpensive to make, but they also can become a recycle project in my case. I ended up with two pairs of sock blockers (first pair was a little on the short side) and a half dozen coasters (from the scraps I cut small squares). Pretty good? Instantaneously you can make your own sock blockers custom sized to your own feet really easily from placemats. I didn't even buy placemats...I used old ones that should have been thrown away. The edges were separating at the corners. Just avoid those corners and the rest is fine. If you haven't already figured it out already - I am a notorious packrat :)Here are my socks on my brand "new" sock blockers:
I'm happy :) Hope you are too...happy knitting :)
Beautiful socks - love the color and pattern! And very clever way to make your own sock blockers!
ReplyDeleteYay! I'm glad your blockers came out well! And your socks are very lovely, as usual. You've definitely been bitten by the sock-knitting-bug. :)
ReplyDeleteI really like your sock blockers and your socks are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLovely socks, and yeah for your sock blockers!
ReplyDeleteLove the socks and the sock blockers. Have you cast on for another pair yet : )
ReplyDeletegreat socks! and what a clever idea for the blockers! : )
ReplyDeleteI could kiss you right now I'm so happy. I've wanted sock blockers, but if I'm too cheap to buy a yarn winder...I'm surely not going to buy sock blockers. Hummm, I think I'll have to visit the SA for some place mats. (don't have any) And to think, I'm still wowed out by your ballband swiffer cover that I made eons ago!
ReplyDeletethank you for sharing your universe with us. Mine's a heckuva lot smarter with you in it!
Great idea, I'm gonna have to remember that!!
ReplyDeleteNice socks!
Neat idea for sock blockers! Beautiful socks. :)
ReplyDeleteI can always count on you for awesome new ideas! How cool is that for sock blockers!? I also don't own any since I just starting knitting socks but these I can definitely afford. Thanks for link...gotta go check it out!
ReplyDeleteYour socks look great!
Hugs!
Your socks are just gorgeous! Isn't it wonderful to have socks that fit perfectly!
ReplyDeleteThe blockers are definitely ingenious; very nifty!
Hooray for packrats! I am certainly one. When I was in preschool, I used to save my toothbrushes, for crying out loud! Don't ask me why. :)(No, I don't have them anymore!) Your socks are absolutely beautiful.
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the socks, and thanks for sharing such a great idea! I don't have sock blockers either, and I'm reluctant to buy them, since I don't know how often I'd use them. Now I can just make myself a pair!
ReplyDeleteoh, i can't wait to see what socks you're working on now!. :) i've been meaning to make my own placemat sockblockers but was too lazy to figure out how big to make them!
ReplyDeleteLove those socks!! I think I'm going to check out the book from my library - I love the stitch pattern!! I also want to try a short row heel since I've never done one before.
ReplyDeleteI'm too cheap (and lazy!) to block my socks. I only knit with washable yarns, so blocking seems a bit redundant to me since I'm just going to wear them. Please - share the wisdom in blocking socks with me - what am I missing??
LOVE the socks! What a cool pattern. One of these days I will get brave and try some new things. One of these days.
ReplyDeleteHope you've had a good wkend.
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Wonderful creativity! I have not tried 100% wool socks yet. The pair I'm working on now are 75% superwash. I can't tell yet if they will need blocking.
ReplyDeleteAwesome job! Love the sockblockers too!
ReplyDeleteWow, you're a fast sock knitter! Those socks are great! I love your placemat sock blockers; I made some with wire hangers, but these look much better!
ReplyDeleteLove the texture on those socks.
ReplyDeleteThese are great, Deb! I love the sock blockers! I'll have to look for some mats next time I go to the thrift store:)
ReplyDeleteAng
What an awesome idea! Normally hubby is my trier oner, but I've wanted a few sock blockers in different sizes so I can use them as a sizer to make sure I'm doing the right size for my family.
ReplyDeleteNow I can have a few and not feel guilty about the cost.
Love the socks!!!!
Hugs!!!
Very nice socks!! Those sock blockers are pretty nifty. I'll have to remember these homemade sock blockers when I get into socks.
ReplyDeleteAren't they great? I made a pair for myself this winter. They work so well and are super-frugal!
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