So, I’m knitting on the socks I want to send to the mechanic’s wife. I normally use 7″ DPN Quicksilver needles. I’ve switched over to 6″ Harmony Wood needles from Knit Picks. When knitting socks, and using 7″ needles, I measure the leg by the needle . . 7″ down and start the heel. Then I measure the foot by the needle length . . 7″ from the start of the heel to where I start shaping the toe.
Any guesses as to where this is going?
When I made the first sock, I measured the leg by the knitting needle. Didn’t even notice it looked short. I measured the foot by the knitting needle. Didn’t even notice it looked short. Yesterday it hit me . . the foot is 6″ and the leg is 6″ instead of 7″. I tried on the sock and it fits me fine but I have fairly small feet. I have no idea what size shoe the lady wears so I think my mom, who has itty bitty feet will get these socks.
One step forward, two steps backwards! I’ll finish the second sock and maybe the Mad Tosh socks I make will be for the mechanic’s wife.
Anne G says
The socks you make are amazing, those are just wonderful!
Marky says
What pretty yarn!
CindyM says
Always good to know a lot of difference size feet! *L*
Marilyn Smith says
I love all the socks you knit. They are all just beautiful. My problem is I wear a size 12 shoe – guess I would have to use a men’s pattern to get some to fit. All the ladies socks I buy are really too tight.
Have you checked Trends and Traditions lately? Heather has a beautiful sweater there. It is yummy!
JudyL says
Marilyn, once you start knitting, you just make the sock to fit you. It really has nothing to do with using a man’s or a woman’s pattern.
Denise ~justquiltin says
So right Judy! Marilyn I wear the same size you do and many patterns come in multiple sizes. I highly recommend the Socktopus book — it lays out a formula to follow using measurements of your own foot so you can get a sock to fit the way you like.
GerryART says
It looks like your knitting cuff down.
If so, why not frog the sock back to just beyond the toe decreases and knit the foot a little longer?
hugs
JudyL says
There’s no need. I have plenty more yarn and this sock will fit mom just fine. The leg is shorter than I like so if I were truly going to fix it, I’d need to knit all the way back and make the leg longer too. Not gonna do that! 🙂
Judy D in WA says
Whoopsie……
Someone lucked out with this booboo. 🙂
Erin says
Your mom will be happy! 🙂 The yarn is very pretty Judy! And sock is nice too!
How do you line the knitpicks harmony needles! Too bad they didn’t come in 7″!
Evelyn says
That is funny – you measure your socks the same way I do! I like my old 7.5″ needles, but also have 7″ needles. I think I would run into trouble with 6″ needles! But your Mom is the one who wins out on this pair – they look nice and I am sure she will love them! When making 9″ socks before starting the heel, I caste on more stitches and then decrease after 3″. Cheers! Evelyn
Gail says
Hi Judy…I am a loyal lurker of your blog. I enjoy your writing and photos and get lots of inspiratation from your quilts.
My 8 year old grand-daughter is coming for a visit next weekend. I thought I would purchase some supplies to teach her to knit. I haven’t knitted since Girl Guides and was wondering what size of needles and yarn would be easier for a child to manage (let alone me!) Would circular needles be a better choice to avoid dropped stitches?
I would appreciate any comment you would have. I saw very inexpensive needles and yarn at my local Walmart, but was at a loss as to which to buy.
Thanks for your faithful blogging…it is much enjoyed!
Best regards from Gail in Wa State
Joyce says
Judy, I’ve just started knitting socks and am already hooked. I’m using the 2-at-a-time toe-up method and loving it. Would you be so kind as to share the name of the yarn used in this pair of socks? I’d really appreciate it. Thanks!