This self-published e-book (also available as a comb-bound book) was inspired by a knitting trip to Latvia in 2001. Welcome to my distorted world, where we take a different view of knit edgings. A total of 12 distorted cuffs are contained in the book.

After knitting a number of Kihnu-style mittens in traditional colors (black, off-white, and red), I chose non-traditional colors for these contemporary mittens. An odd number of pattern repeats around the mitten requires special treatment so that both of the backs of the mittens look alike. You will see that the palms are different from the bac...

This sock begins with a “Slip Stitch Garter” cuff edging followed by a Latvian color pattern that uses the sun symbol. The Heel and Toe Stitch is used for the Dutch heel and the toe of the sock, making both very long-wearing. The pattern is written for a Woman’s Medium or Large. One sock can be knit with Koigu as main color and Naturespun as pa...

This sock begins with a Double-Start Cast-On and the “Diagonal Squares” cuff edging followed by a 2-Color Braid and a Latvian color pattern that I call “Jewel Box” for the leg. The Heel and Toe Stitch is used for the Dutch heel and the toe of the sock, making both very long-wearing. A heel splitting pattern wraps nicely around the Dutch heel. T...

This sock begins with the “Is It Rib/Is It Garter” cuff edging followed by an Arrowhead design for the leg and foot. The Heel and Toe Stitch is used for the Dutch heel and the toe of the sock, making both very long-wearing. The pattern is written for a Woman’s Medium but appropriate numbers for 2 gauge options are given so it would be easy to m...