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After the sad loss to the New England Patriots yesterday, I’m taking comfort in a finished pair of socks and the UH win against San Jose. If my NFL team is no longer undefeated this season, at least my college team still is.
Pattern: Rococo Socks by Anne Hanson
Yarn: Lorna’s Laces Shepherd Sock in China Blue
Needles: Size 0US/2.00mm
Started: October 3, 2007
Finished: October 12, 2007
No modifications other then a change of needle size.
These were only my second pair of toe-up socks and I really enjoyed them. I used a provisional cast-on for a short-row toe as stated in the pattern. I was a little worried about holes but as you work back down the toe, Anne has you do a second wrap around each stitch. This seems to solve the problem of holes in the toes and heels quite nicely.
Another detail I really liked was the lace rib at the top of the sock. It’s just the right design element to set off the beautiful stitch pattern.
I enjoyed knitting these socks immensely and I can’t believe how quickly they knit up. Luckily, my mother loves them as much as I do and has requested a pair in grey. This also means that I get to hunt up some more sock yarn since I don’t have any grey in my stash. What a chore that will be. ;-)
Roseann on 15 Oct 2007 at 11:52 am #
Yet another delightful combination of pattern and color, these socks are stunning! I appreciate the tip about getting rid of the holes for short row heels and toes, they have always bothered me on my socks as I use the short row heel almost exclusively. I will be checking out those links very soon.
Sue J. on 15 Oct 2007 at 12:42 pm #
Beautiful socks! I love Anne’s designs. And so sorry you have to go yarn shopping. It’s tough but I know you are up to the task.
Jeanne on 15 Oct 2007 at 1:16 pm #
Those socks turned out just beautifully!
Debi on 15 Oct 2007 at 2:04 pm #
Oooo pretty! :)
loribird on 15 Oct 2007 at 2:08 pm #
Beauteous, I really love them!
chris on 15 Oct 2007 at 2:26 pm #
Wow! Those are just beautiful!
Wow!
Did I say Wow?
nova on 15 Oct 2007 at 2:28 pm #
When did you start these?! They are gorgeous! I heart them.
Jeanne on 15 Oct 2007 at 2:37 pm #
So pretty! Just gorgeous….sorry about your team - hope your college one does better!
tiennie on 15 Oct 2007 at 3:11 pm #
Beautiful beautiful socks!
Hattie on 15 Oct 2007 at 3:14 pm #
Oh so pretty! They look great in blue, that pattern has been hanging out in my queue, maybe I need to make those next…
Lisa on 15 Oct 2007 at 3:37 pm #
Oh I just hate it when I have to go buy yarn! ;) hehe
Barb on 15 Oct 2007 at 4:37 pm #
Toe ups! Really nice. You really whipped those out.
desiknitter on 15 Oct 2007 at 5:54 pm #
Wow, you’ve had a series of gorgeous FOs lately, these are beautiful! And so quick too!
debbie on 15 Oct 2007 at 8:24 pm #
rococo is lovely!
Karen B. on 15 Oct 2007 at 11:07 pm #
Look at those beautiful socks! I love the feminine details, like little secret places. Thanks for sharing.
Almost makes me want to try toe-up socks.
Shelly on 16 Oct 2007 at 2:00 am #
Oh they are so pretty- I had to get the pattern and cast on a pair for DD#1. You really get them knocked out fast though!!
So what pattern are you starting next????
knitnana on 16 Oct 2007 at 2:54 am #
oh my. breathtaking! LOVE them…
(((hugs)))
Robbyn on 16 Oct 2007 at 3:37 am #
I can see that the perfect Christmas present for you would be a chest to keep all you socks in - perhaps cedar? I love the scent of cedar wood and it’s supposed to help deter moths.
Lovely socks, really lovely color :)
Dee on 16 Oct 2007 at 4:08 am #
Beautiful socks. Do you think the grey yarn will come home alone???? Somehow I’m thinking it will brings some friends.
limedragon :-: Harriet on 16 Oct 2007 at 5:09 am #
Absolutely gorgeous! I must remember that LL colorway next time I’m in the mood for blue. And your Clapotis is just lovely, the colors remind me of both the Rainforest and Malachite, a little bit.
Susan Pandorf on 16 Oct 2007 at 5:23 am #
Lovely lace - How could you miss?
Cookie on 16 Oct 2007 at 5:49 am #
I’m sorry your team lost, but I’m glad the socks are a winner. They’re wonderful!
textillian on 16 Oct 2007 at 5:54 am #
The socks look great. And it sounds like you are taking on that “painful task” of looking for grey sock yarn for a version for your mother like a trooper!
hopalong682003 on 16 Oct 2007 at 1:41 pm #
Love the socks. Love the promise of new yarn. And, the Hawaii game was sure fun to watch…but a little too close for comfort!
fleegle on 16 Oct 2007 at 2:19 pm #
A beautiful color, a lovely pattern, exquisite knitting, and condolences on the Patriots.
*karen on 16 Oct 2007 at 4:08 pm #
Wow, what a *popping* Hawaii-blue color.
Peggy on 16 Oct 2007 at 4:30 pm #
Aren’t those just gorgeous!!!! I gotta get some more solid sock yarn.
Meredith on 16 Oct 2007 at 5:39 pm #
Those are GORGEOUS!!! I have to get some of that yarn…makes me think of the ocean in the shallows around Nanakuli when I used to drive out that way (and one day my VW and I nearly got washed out to sea!).
Just wonderful socks, Opal…I’m sure your mom will love her gray ones when they are done.
huggggggggsssssssss
mer
spinjenny on 17 Oct 2007 at 10:09 am #
beautiful socks, beautiful pattern, beautiful colour, beautiful knitting, beautiful knitter! :-)
Dipsy D. on 17 Oct 2007 at 10:04 pm #
Awww yesss, these are the perfect socks!!! They’re yummy - I so love the pattern, and the colorway inspired me to the same thoughts as Meredith mentioned - ocean in shallows, holidays, summer…. ;) Did I ever mention that you’re the Queen of the Sock Knitters? Yes, indeed!