Are you ready to be a sock knitter – even if you’ve never made a pair before?
Maybe a beloved family member knitted socks and you want to do the same … or maybe you want to start a new tradition by making and wearing your own hand-knits … maybe you have realised that hand knitted sock are the BEST, most comfortable socks you can wear!
Whatever your reason, if you have been searching for a beginner-friendly sock knitting book or wondering how to knit socks step-by-step, this award-winning* book is the perfect place to start.
Who is this book for?
This book is ideal if you are:
- A complete beginner to sock knitting
- Unsure how to turn a heel or shape a toe
- Wanting a clear, step-by-step sock knitting guide
- Looking to knit socks that actually fit properly
- Interested in using magic loop, double pointed needles (DPNs), or circular needles
Sit with me whilst we talk about choosing yarn and needles, how to get your socks to match and most importantly, how to achieve the perfect fit whether you are knitting for yourself or someone else. This is the paperback edition of the online Winwick Mum Sockalong tutorials, redesigned for print and big enough to prop open with your brew while you knit!
Then we’ll knit your socks together using clear step-by-step photo instructions (with additional blog and video help here) whether you choose short circular, double pointed or long circular (magic loop) needles. There’s even a Winwick Mum Sockalong Facebook group for extra support so you’re never knitting alone.
Super Socks features:
- Tutorials on choosing yarn, needles and accessories
- The Winwick Mum Sock Stitch Calculation to help you get the perfect fit
- Step-by-step knitting tutorials on knitting the socks with lots of photos
- Instructions for short circular needles, DPNs (double pointed needles), long circular (magic loop)
- The Winwick Mum Basic 4ply Socks pattern
- The Winwick Mum Basic 6ply Boot Socks pattern
It won’t be long before you’ve got your very first pair of hand knitted socks on your feet, and I can’t wait to help you!
Look inside the book and see what’s included in this post: Super Socks Book
Paperbacks and Ebooks available worldwide at Amazon, Nook and Kobo.
Amazon links for your country: UK US Canada Australia
*British Knitting Awards 2016, Favourite Book category
Kind Words
“Christine’s sock book makes sock knitting so easy. It’s my go-to guide for creating socks.” Rosemary, Facebook
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this book suitable for complete beginners?
Yes – it’s designed specifically for knitters who have never made socks before.
What methods does the book cover?
You can knit using short circular needles, DPNs, or magic loop.
Will I learn how to make socks that fit properly?
Yes – the Sock Stitch Calculation helps you customise sizing.
Does the book include patterns?
Yes – both Basic 4ply Socks and Basic 6ply Socks patterns are included. If you want to knit DK socks, you can use the Basic 8ply (DK) Socks with these tutorials as well – you can download that pattern for free here: Basic 8ply (DK) Socks
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