Hello! This time last year I was hard at work putting the finishing touches on my first crochet kit, fun times! That kit featured a crocheted sock pattern, my Lazy Days Socks, and it's this pattern I've chosen for pattern of the month for June.
To rewind a little further I'd better explain how the Lazy Days theme began with an illustration I commissioned from Katie Gammie. I'd been an admirer of Katie's work for a while and I loved how her drawing evoked a sense of laid back summer days, just the vibe I was looking for.
From there I sent the finished drawing to Liv Spencer at The Wool Shed who hand dyed sock yarn for me inspired by its colours. I then designed a pair of crocheted socks taking inspiration from both the illustration and the yarn.
The socks are a cuff-down design which I had a lot of fun designing. The cuffs have a very unusual look to them - I was recreating the foxglove spikes in wool form! The heel has a flap and gusset to allow for plenty of room around the instep and the soles have extended double crochet stitches for a smooth feel underfoot.
If you haven't crocheted socks before, here are a few of my top tips:
- Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round. This will really help you to keep track of your work.
- Try on your socks on as you go, making sure that they're the right size and adjusting as necessary.
- Weave in any ends as you go. This will help to prevent them from coming undone especially during multiple try ons.
- Be patient and have fun! Crocheting socks is such a rewarding project that can be enjoyed by people of all skill levels.
- Don't forget that you can reach out to me with questions at any time!
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