Raquel Gaskell
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Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
This sock design was inspired by several beautiful stitch patterns from the book ‘Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible’ - 260 Exquisite Patterns by Hitomi Shida, translated by Gayle Roehm.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Echo Beach Sock is another quick to knit design, with an easy to memorise stitch pattern - a perfect travel project, charity or gift knit and a great way to use up left over sock yarn.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at knitting cables, then this sock is for you…
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Sometimes you need a little project, to lift your spirits and ease you gently through the cold weather of winter into spring…
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
*These socks were inspired by the film ‘Love Actually’. They are guaranteed to bring a little love into your life. The simple colour work design looks good using either two plain, or a mix of plain and multi-colour yarn. It’s also a great way to use up left-over sock yarn for the heart and border pattern (you will only need about 35g).You will ...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
I recently stumbled across an old magazine from the 1960’s which had an article with ‘Winter Holiday / Ski’ type knitwear patterns in it.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Sometimes you need a basic sock design. This design is written to fit foot circumference of both 8” and 8 1/2” and the foot length is adjustable.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
If you enjoyed my ‘Nautical But Nice’ Boot Warmer, I’m very much hoping that you will love my ‘Nautical But Nice’ Sock design.
Knitting: Legwarmers
This boot warmer design incorporates ‘Waves & Chain’ pattern stitch and ‘Scroll Cable’ pattern stitch to add texture and interest to the garment.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
This pattern only has four rows, and 4 stitches to the pattern, which makes it easy to memorise and a very portable project. Foot circumference can be adjusted by casting on required number of stitches using a multiple of 4, or, using a smaller of larger set of needles. Foot length is adjustable too, however, if making a larger size sock then m...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
This pattern has been designed to allow you to knit a pair of socks using your favourite sock yarn. The sock is knitted from the cuff down and has a cable and garter stitch pattern on the leg and instep. The pattern has been written to allow you to make adjustments to the foot length for a bespoke fit - it is also possible to alter the sock fit...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
This sock is knitted from the cuff down. The pattern has been written to allow for individual sizing with regard to foot length, however, foot circumference is to fit approx. 8 1/2”. This pattern allows you to choose your favourite sock yarn, however, bear in mind that gauge is 9 stitches per inch (measured over stockinette stitch) - so you may...