Everyone says that once you knit your first pair of socks you will become addicted. I really enjoyed making these, mostly because of the gorgeous yarn, but if I am already addicted to knitting in general how much more can I become addicted? I ended up going on an unexpected business trip and fortunately had a sock cast on and ready for easy transport so I could knit them on the plane. I think socks are the best travel project because they are small and the dpns are so tiny (toothpick sized really!) that I don't think customs could misconstrue them for weapons. Maybe weapons for mice?
I used Misti Alpaca Hand Painted Sock Fingering yarn in I think Noir Noir, but I lost the tag. I LOVE LOVE LOVE this yarn and the colour. It's made up of 50% Alpaca 30% Merino, 10% Nylon and 10% Silk. This was the first time that I knit something with the specific yarn recommended in the pattern. And since I didn't do a gauge swatch (bad Char, bad!), it's a good thing I did that! Here is the free pattern from Misti Alpaca. The pattern is really easy to follow and is a good pattern to use as an introductory sock since it's all stockinette stitch except for the top lace detail for the women's pattern. I also lost track at how long I was making the ankle portion and made it quite a bit longer than what the pattern said, so I just made the pair the same length. After the Turn Heel section that is worked flat, I got a bit confused by the foundation row since you aren't working all the stitches on that needle right away. But if you just do what the pattern says and don't over think it like I always do, everything will be peachy.
Now since I know how to do cables AND socks, guess what's next?! CABLED SOCKS!
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