Thursday, February 23, 2012

FO: Socks for Stitches

I'm heading out to Stitches West this morning and I can barely contain my excitement.  I've packed, walked the dog, fed the goats and chickens, and got the boy off to school.  That leaves me a few extra minutes to take pictures of my feet and write a quick post about my new Marlene socks:



Pattern:  Marlene by Cookie A
Source:  PDF from the Vogue Knitting website
Materials:  1 skein Miss Babs Windsor sock yarn, and US 2 (2.75 mm) needles
Modifications:  None!  The pattern gives instruction for only one size, but the stitch pattern is so stretchy that these would fit a wide variety of feet sizes by simply adjusting for length.

I bought this yarn at Stitches last year, and I'm happy to have made use of it in time to wear these socks when I am back at the convention this year.  I'm especially pleased because I'm taking a class from Cookie A, who wrote this pattern.  Knitting up these cleverly designed socks made me appreciate Cookie A's genius even more.  I can't wait to come back home with new sock yarn and fresh sock knitting ideas.

If you happen to be attending Stitches too, and you spot me, please say Hello!
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11 comments:

  1. ChrissyFebruary 23, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    Gorgeous socks. The colour and stitch combination makes me think of Spring flowers. Enjoy Stitches. I'm very jealous and can't wait to see what you score!

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  2. Carmela BiscuitFebruary 23, 2012 at 11:33 AM

    Beautiful socks in gorgeous color!

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  3. DinaFebruary 23, 2012 at 1:43 PM

    is there room in your suitcase for me to tag along???? Yes, I'm jealous. Love the socks. Happy yarn hunting.

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  4. Erin KateFebruary 23, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    So beautiful! I love that pattern, I've knitted it myself!

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  5. nursenikkiknitsFebruary 23, 2012 at 6:04 PM

    Gorgeous socks. I love the pattern and the colour. I hope you have a great time!

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  6. AngieFebruary 23, 2012 at 9:54 PM

    Just in the nick of time! Those are beautiful Shannon! Can't wait to see this yesr's yarn pick, I'm bummed not to be there. Enjoy your class with Cookie A!

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  7. AndriaFebruary 24, 2012 at 12:19 AM

    Oh yeah, those socks are gorgeous. I love the pattern AND the colour!

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  8. GekniticsFebruary 24, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    Lovely socks. Have a great time at Stitches!

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  9. behind the ivyFebruary 25, 2012 at 2:57 PM

    Ooh, they are pretty! That colour is just delightful. Have fun at Stitches West! A Cookie A class sounds like so much fun, I can't wait to hear about it when you get back :)

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  10. ShannonFebruary 25, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    Oh wow! Very impressive - great job!!

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  11. PaulaMarch 1, 2012 at 3:24 PM

    Gah! I totally missed you at Stitches, and I so wanted to meet up!! And now I see we had the same teacher. If we were in the same class, I may actually kick myself. Me: intuitive cable charts. You? Hope you had a fantastic time!!

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