erica and i are at TNNA this weekend, looking at all that’s new in the yarn world and doing some shopping for upcoming clubs as well. while i’m there, i’m sure i’ll run into charlene schurch and beth parrot, co-authors of a terrific new sock knitting resource
the sock knitters handbook: expert advice, tips, and tricks
whatever level of sock knitting you are at, even if you’re just at the contemplating stage, this book is one that you’ll want for your library shelf. it covers just about every aspect of sock construction and technique that any of us will want to know about
and from every angle too—top down and toe up constructions are thoroughly investigated from every site line
and then the authors go on to discuss aftercare and restructuring as well. wow.
i really love the clever way they illustrated the differences between techniques and constructions by color coding all the areas of the sock, making the differences between cuffs, heel types, gussets, or toe shaping stand out in sharp contrast.
discussion of each sock region are accompanied by closeups of variations in use.
along with architectural contrasts, the authors also present a variety of techniques, and a discussion of the hows, whys, and applications of each. the pros and cons of various cast ons, bind offs, and shaping sts are investigated.
i love that they included this aftercare section—how great is that?
and for a truly customized fit, turn toward the back and you will find a whole section on that
including a guide that will help if you enjoy knitting socks as a surprise.
if you feel like trying your hand at a bit of designing, some stitch patterns are included that are universally appealing and work in a number of sizes and constructions.
now you might think that a book jammed with this much information is a big, heavy tome that will sit on the library shelf most of the time, but no—as you can see it has a spiral binding so it will lay flat while you knit and it weighs surprisingly little, making it a great knitting bag accessory.
this is a terrific little book—just what you’d expect form two of the most experienced authors and teachers in our field. not only are they super smart and talented, they are generous—they have provided a giveaway copy of the sock knitter’s handbook to one lucky reader of today’s post.
if you’d like to win a copy, leave a comment at the end of this post by 9 pm EDST on tuesday, june 26. we will announce the winner in the blog post following.
have a good week and happy knitting!
405 thoughts on “would these two steer you wrong??”
Would I like this book for my own. YES! The details look wonderful!
Great review of this book, would love to have it in my collection.
The book looks awesome. I love Frillibet!
For someone who loves to knit socks, this book would be a great asset!
I would love to have this book and agree with the helpful color coding. I like that!!
Would love to have this book in my knitting library!
Wow! That is a daunting amount of information about socks — probably more than I could absorb in a lifetime.
This might just be the ticket to get me back into sock knitting. . . .
Have fun shopping at TNNA!
Charlene was one of the first resources I went to when I first started knitting – looks like a wonderful new book!
OMG, this is just what I need!!!
I would love to add this book to my library! I’m keeping my fingers crossed hoping I win!
Yes, thank you. I would enjoy this book a great deal.
oh, i want that book, hopefully, i will be the lucky one
I’m still new to socks and would love to learn more about construction!
This looks like a gem! Thanks to the authors for offering a raffle, and to you for posting it. My fingers are crossed!
I took a sock/yarn dying class from Charlene a year ago- she is awesome!
Looks like an interesting book. Thanks for the chance to win a copy!
I have done a few socks – some toe up and I am finishing one top down. Everyone of them had areas that I don’t think I did quite right because the instructions were not clear to me. I would love to have a book like this for my future sock adventures.
I have seen the book in person and it is lovely. A great resource! It is on my list.
Oh wow, this book looks fantastic! I need it! 🙂
This book looks so informative and would be a great one to add to my other sock books.
This is a book I’ve just recently heard about, and it’s already on my wishlist! I’d love to win a copy. Thanks!
Thanks for the giveaway! When it comes to socks, I need all the help I can get!
I’ve taken a break from knitting socks right now (your Fishbone Gansey pattern BTW, which I love) so this book would be right up my alley. I’ll have to check it out if I don’t win it.
Just what this semi-beginning sock knitter needs!
I would love to win this book. I am especially interested in learning how to alter sock patterns.
Thank you for your wonderful review of this book. I would love to win a copy. I was distracted by all my other knitting this weekend by sock knitting and I’m thirsty for more resources! Thank you for offering a contest.
This would make a great gift. Thanks for the book giveaway! Hope you’re having fun at TNNA!
This looks like a fantastic book! Thanks for the comprehensive review and the prize offering.
What a wonderful book! Thanks for the great review and chance to win.
Looks like a great book. I could use something like this since I have not successfully knit a toe up sock. Enjoy TNNA.
Wow! I really love those illustrations! I’m a visual learner and that really helps!
I think I have most of the others by these ladies which whets my appetite for this one! count me in!!
This would be terrific to have. Thanks for the opportunity!
If it weren’t for Anne’s pattern – The Sock Pattern to End all Sock Patterns, I wouldn’t be knitting socks today. I would love to add this to my library of sock books.
I’ve always recommended Charlene’s Sensational Knitted Socks. Since this book came out, I’ve added it to the list of books sock knitters need. It’s a great resource and I am glad you highlighted it on this blog!
Looks like a fabulous book!
I’d love the book! Thanks
I think Charlene Schurch’s two books on socks and one on mittens are some of the best written books on the subject. I love Sesational Socks and More Sensational Socks as indispensible and incomparable resources. I am certain that this book will become a classic, too.
That looks like a great book! I never win things but maybe my luck will change with this draw!
Hello Anne,
This looks like a great book and I would love to have a copy.
I am more and more only buying resource books and then choosing individual patterns along the way and using the resource books to guide me.
THat looks like a book everyone oh i mean knitter, should have in their library.
This book looks like it will be a wonderful resource. I would love to win it!
I love knitting socks. Would love to have this book.
I’m at the “contemplation” stage. This book would be just the ticket to help me jump into the weird and wonderful waters of sock creation!
I’m definitely in a sock phase. This book would be a great addition to my collection. Thanks for the giveaway.
This looks like a great resource for all of us who love to knit socks.
Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy.
what a great book! It would be a wonderful resource. Thanks for the giveaway.
looks like a great book – I always have a pair of socks going
This looks like THE reference on sock knitting. Might I add… genius to put it in a spiral binding so you don’t have to have the arms of an octopus to look at something whilst trying to work it out with your own knitting in your hands.
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