Crocheted Toe Up Socks Online Class with KAREN WHOOLEY--MARCH 2009---Class Full

[Crochetville LLC]

ADMIN NOTE: This class is closed. Maximum student registration was reached at 10:00 central time on 2/19/09.


Teacher: Karen Whooley, JoviMom (http://www.crochetville.org/forum/member.php?u=420), KRW Knitwear Studio (http://www.krwknitwear.com/)

Class Cost: $20.00 – two week class

Registration Dates: Registration is closed.

Class Begins: Friday, March 13, 2009

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner. Must know the basics of chain, single crochet, and slip stitch.

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Description:
Intimidated by knitted socks? Learn to make simply easy crochet socks from the Toe up. Use your favorite sock yarn and learn a new stitch to create a softer fabric with toes and heels that are a bit heavier to prevent wearing out quickly. They are made in one piece with just 2 ends per sock to weave in. We will also work both socks together to help prevent 1 sock syndrome!

Class will be broken up in to two parts: Week 1: Creating the toe and foot; Week 2: Turning the heel, leg and cuff.

Supplies Needed:

350 yards of your favorite sock yarn - Divided into 2 balls
Size E (3.5 mm) crochet hook, or size needed for gauge

Class Policies: Click here (http://www.crochetville.org/forum/showthread.php?t=61285) to read our Online Class Policies for students. Please read these policies prior to registering for a class.

Maximum Number of Students Accepted: Approximately 30


Lesson Posted: Friday, March 13, 2009


Last Day Class Material Available: Friday, April 10, 2009


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[wiz3283]

I may just have to sign up for this one. Then I wont be albel to get one sock syndrome. I would feel to guilty.

[AmyS]

I may just have to sign up for this one. Then I wont be albel to get one sock syndrome. I would feel to guilty.

My tip for avoiding one-sock syndrome: get two hooks (or two sets of knitting needles if you knit them) and work on both socks at the same time. Do so many rows on sock 1, then the same number of rows on sock 2.

It makes it much easier to wind up with a completed pair of socks! :hook

[wiz3283]

My tip for avoiding one-sock syndrome: get two hooks (or two sets of knitting needles if you knit them) and work on both socks at the same time. Do so many rows on sock 1, then the same number of rows on sock 2.

It makes it much easier to wind up with a completed pair of socks! :hook

I never thought of that. Now that just might work for me. Thanks!!!! :hug

[Krakovianka]

Except in crocheting, you don't really need two hooks...since the stitches aren't held on the hook, one hook for two socks will do just fine. :)

[LegalWoman17]

Gosh, I'd love to learn how to make socks.

[AmyS]

Except in crocheting, you don't really need two hooks...since the stitches aren't held on the hook, one hook for two socks will do just fine. :)

Yes, that's true! I wasn't thinking of that, really, since I knit socks instead of crocheting them. :eek

[quietheart]

Question, is that an afterthought heel?
It looks like an afterthought heel in the pic but the description says turning the heel.. So Im curious....

thanks!
Kath

[allieliz]

My tip for avoiding one-sock syndrome: get two hooks (or two sets of knitting needles if you knit them) and work on both socks at the same time. Do so many rows on sock 1, then the same number of rows on sock 2.

It makes it much easier to wind up with a completed pair of socks! :hook

I never even thought of that. It probably makes them come out more evenly too. (I have problems making pairs of anything-- socks, slippers, mittens...)

[Needle Arts]

So glad to see this class.

[LadiBug329]

I am also interested in this class...have always wanted to learn how to do it, but i have a problem with decreases...

[sorefingers]

Yep I definitely want to take this class! I couldn't figure out how to turn the heel!!

Sore

[jeannie1205]

One class I will definitely be taking. Does anyone know when registration begins.

[auntbubbels]

Oh, I wish this class would start earlier!!!

[nana_k]

I definitely want to take this class! I've never had much luck with socks. I wonder if there are any yarns can be used other than sock yarn which is rather pricey...

[theluckielizard]

I just found the Book Crocheted Socks at my used book store. I love socks and have been wanting to learn how to make them for a while now....so this class is definately on my list!

[HappyOldCro]

Oh boy, another one I would like. I already have 1 sock syndrome, maybe now I can cure it :lol.

[LoriZubie]

I'm very excited about this class. I wish it was sooner!

[LegalWoman17]

I'm in for this one. When does registration begin?

[muscidae]

Yay! I will definitely register for this. Hopefully my skills will have improved enough by then ;)

[JoviMom]

Question, is that an afterthought heel?
It looks like an afterthought heel in the pic but the description says turning the heel.. So Im curious....

thanks!
Kath

Hi Kath!

Nope..Not an afterthought heel.... It is crocheted right in...as you go.

[quietheart]

Hi Kath!

Nope..Not an afterthought heel.... It is crocheted right in...as you go.


*Drool* my favorite type of heel!! woot!
Can't wait for this class!
Wow , waiting until march is going to be painful, but it also gives me time to find some special sock yarn!
Hugs
Kath

[sorefingers]

Would sport weight yarn work good for socks? I have five HUGE balls of it. (I bought the wrong yarn for an afghan.. LOL) Waiting for March is like torture.. LOL

Sore

[JoviMom]

Would sport weight yarn work good for socks? I have five HUGE balls of it. (I bought the wrong yarn for an afghan.. LOL) Waiting for March is like torture.. LOL

Sore


You could use it.. but it will cause the socks to be extremely large. The pattern we are using is designed to work with fingering weight.. You would have to adjust it for the yarn weight...

[maetta]

The description says one piece even if it looks like an after thought heel. I've only made a pair of cuff down socks with afterthought heel and toe. Would love to make toe up socks.


Question, is that an afterthought heel?
It looks like an afterthought heel in the pic but the description says turning the heel.. So Im curious....

thanks!
Kath

[Hookin Catluvr]

I'm dying to take this class. I've always wanted to make some socks but have been afraid to try.

[DawnofMarch]

I think I can scrounge up the money, the equipment and the time for this by my Birthday which is 11 days before the class begins.

[JoviMom]

I think I can scrounge up the money, the equipment and the time for this by my Birthday which is 11 days before the class begins.


I hope to see you there! I live in Everett too! I teach classes at Great Yarns on Rucker!

[DawnofMarch]

I hope to see you there! I live in Everett too! I teach classes at Great Yarns on Rucker!
Coolies! I should look into that. I'm in South Everett so I am rarely in the downtown area.

[JoviMom]

Coolies! I should look into that. I'm in South Everett so I am rarely in the downtown area.

Really? So am I! I m over by Seattle Hill road and 51st

[HorrorRetro]

I'd love to learn how to do socks, so I'm totally interested in taking this class. :yes

[nannie343]

I'm brand new to Crochetville and this is my first post. I'm sooooo excited about this class, I have knitted socks, but I'm much faster at Crocheting. I just crocheted a pair with the afterthought Heel and my toes were a little bumpy. I can't wait to learn something new. This sock class sounds perfect. When does Registration open for this class?
Rhonda

[quietheart]

I just bought a bunch of sock yarn on ebay for this! :)
It was 24.99 for 10 skeins, so a very nice price for superwash wool and nylon sock yarn.
So Im getting excited!

Hugs
Kath

[JoviMom]

I hope all of you are able to sign up! I am excited too!

[quietheart]

I hope all of you are able to sign up! I am excited too!

We cant sign up yet!!! *stomp stomp stomp*
March is too far away!!

Hugs
Kath

[sorefingers]

I picked up two balls of sock yarn today (I think about 100 grams each?) Will that be enough for one pair of socks?

Can't wait for March to hit!!!

Sore

[LegalWoman17]

Gosh, I am so anxious to sign up for this !!

[JoviMom]

I picked up two balls of sock yarn today (I think about 100 grams each?) Will that be enough for one pair of socks?

Can't wait for March to hit!!!

Sore

It takes me about 300 Yards to make my size 8's a pair of socks! So go by yardage not by weight

[sorefingers]

It takes me about 300 Yards to make my size 8's a pair of socks! So go by yardage not by weight

Thanks! I have about 919 yards total, so sounds like I should be good!!:cheer

Now if only March would hurry up!!!

[Cheeria]

I am so waiting patiently for this class. I was wondering do I need to know how to do front and back post stitches???? If so I need to start practice those two stitches. I brought a crochet sock book just to begin reading about crocheting sock and most of the patterns called for front and back post stitches. :think

[JoviMom]

I am so waiting patiently for this class. I was wondering do I need to know how to do front and back post stitches???? If so I need to start practice those two stitches. I brought a crochet sock book just to begin reading about crocheting sock and most of the patterns called for front and back post stitches. :think

You will.. but only for the cuff.

If you need help.. I will be there to help! Dont stress about it though... It will ALL be fine! I promise!

[simplyme5252]

I am one of those who is both uber-fascinated and utter-intimidated by making socks. As such, I know nothing about sock yarn. Would anyone be willing to offer up some suggestions of a good choice?

[AmyS]

If you have a local yarn store, they probably have a wide variety of sock yarns available, but those will probably be in the $16-$20 range for enough sock weight (fingering weight) yarn to make a pair of socks.

If you want to be a bit more budget-conscious on your first outing, Hobby Lobby, Michael's, and Joann's are now carrying some inexpensive sock yarns: Patons Stretch Socks, Patons Kroy Socks, Moda Dea Sassy Stripes, Lion Brand Sock Ease, Red Heart Heart & Sole.

Personally, I usually use the expensive LYS and indie dyer yarns, just because they come in so many wonderful, wonderful self-striping and self-patterning colors. Even if it costs me $20-$25 for the yarn, when I divide that cost by the number of hours it takes me to make a pair of socks, the cost per hour is really, really low!

[JoviMom]

I am one of those who is both uber-fascinated and utter-intimidated by making socks. As such, I know nothing about sock yarn. Would anyone be willing to offer up some suggestions of a good choice?

If you have a local yarn store, they probably have a wide variety of sock yarns available, but those will probably be in the $16-$20 range for enough sock weight (fingering weight) yarn to make a pair of socks.

If you want to be a bit more budget-conscious on your first outing, Hobby Lobby, Michael's, and Joann's are now carrying some inexpensive sock yarns: Patons Stretch Socks, Patons Kroy Socks, Moda Dea Sassy Stripes, Lion Brand Sock Ease, Red Heart Heart & Sole.

Personally, I usually use the expensive LYS and indie dyer yarns, just because they come in so many wonderful, wonderful self-striping and self-patterning colors. Even if it costs me $20-$25 for the yarn, when I divide that cost by the number of hours it takes me to make a pair of socks, the cost per hour is really, really low!


I couldnt agree more with Amy on going to the LYS to get sock yarn. The colors are just YUMMY and you cannot ever go wrong with just about any color choice there!

If you are on a budget though, I will recommend Patons Kroy. I have used it many times as well and I love the texture and how it works up.

[SassyCMA06]

I am all over this class like white on rice! :clap it is going to be so much fun. I promised my brother-in-las socks a few winters ago and he's still waiting b/c I've not had much luck making them... :grumpy

[JoviMom]

I am really excited about everyone who is excited to take this class! We are going to have a wonderrful TIME!!!

[nannie343]

I'm soooo excited about the class, I'm ready to sign up, I have purchased some Patons Kroy sock yarn and I have my needle so I'm ready to register and start learning to make crocheted socks........thanks again for offering this class.

Rhonda

[JoviMom]

I'm soooo excited about the class, I'm ready to sign up, I have purchased some Patons Kroy sock yarn and I have my needle so I'm ready to register and start learning to make crocheted socks........thanks again for offering this class.

Rhonda


You are so welcome! I am actuallly overwhelmed with the response! This is going to be so much fun!

[Cheeria]

I also brought my supplies for this class I am using (Red Heart) Heart & Sole with Aloe sock yarn in the Rustica colorway. I had a hard time buying an E hook for I like Susan Bates Hooks and each and every time I went to buy one they were out of them. So I end up buying Clover soft touch crochet hook. I am waiting patiently for registration day which is suppose to be on the 16th. I want to make sure I get into this class. :eek

[jess-squared]

Tempting.. I collect socks..

Except the class starts the Friday before finals. :P

No way I will have time to crochet anything while both dealing with my own finals and that of my students. (Grad student.. I take classes and teach undergrads.)

I've played around with crocheting socks before, and my aunt bought me a book in November when I visited her for Thanksgiving. I've tried to learn to knit specifically for sock making purposes, but I'm just too awkward with knitting needles. They're too long for me, I think. Plus, I've been experimenting with crochet hooks since I was 10.

[JoviMom]

Tempting.. I collect socks..

Except the class starts the Friday before finals. :P

No way I will have time to crochet anything while both dealing with my own finals and that of my students. (Grad student.. I take classes and teach undergrads.)

I've played around with crocheting socks before, and my aunt bought me a book in November when I visited her for Thanksgiving. I've tried to learn to knit specifically for sock making purposes, but I'm just too awkward with knitting needles. They're too long for me, I think. Plus, I've been experimenting with crochet hooks since I was 10.

If this class goes well, I may offer it again at some point this year. But I totally know how finals can be... I am a graduate of CSU, Chico.... ;)

[4ToStitch4]

I LOVE SOCKS! I collect them..toe socks, slipper socks, long socks, short socks...( I think that could be the start of a Dr. Seuss book.):D I have never MADE socks. :crocheting
I am very excited about this class. Slightly intimidated but excited.
:clap

[Jempast]

I am going to have to convince my husband to let me take this class. For months he was bugging me about crocheting him a pair of socks.

[JoviMom]

I LOVE SOCKS! I collect them..toe socks, slipper socks, long socks, short socks...( I think that could be the start of a Dr. Seuss book.):D I have never MADE socks. :crocheting
I am very excited about this class. Slightly intimidated but excited.
:clap


Dont be intimidated! They really arent hard! And I will be there to help every step of the way!

[mamaoso]

I registered, have sock yarn and size E hook.. Just waiting for March...:lol

[nannie343]

Yeah!!!! I have registered...Karen, I can't wait for the class. Thank you so much for offering this sock class. I see visions of lots of socks for Christmas!!! I have a new grandbaby coming in Sept. Hopefully once I learn I can adapt the pattern for little feet too.

Thanks again to Karen.

Rhonda

[JoviMom]

WOW! YAY! (That was fast!) But we will have fun! I am now anxious for this class to start!

Rhonda, Yes you will be able to convert the pattern to little feet. And if you have a hard time, I will be glad to lend a hand!

[skamper707]

I joined the class

[Needle Arts]

Me too!

[LegalWoman17]

I just signd up !!! I'M SO EXCITED !! :hook:hook

[Cheryl_61]

I'm all signed up too. Looking forward to it. Any suggestions for a non-wool sock yarn? Wool and I don't get along so well.

[jeannie1205]

Just signed up too! I now need to go shopping for some sock yarn. most likely go to Michaels and check out their sock yarn. I did see it not too long ago and they were quite pretty and lots less expensive.

[sorefingers]

I'm all signed up and have sock yarn!! I'm ready to go!! :)

Sore

[AmyS]

I just updated the first post to reflect that as of right now, this class is just about half full. We have 14 registered students, and the maximum is 30!

So if you've been thinking about registering, don't wait too long or registration may be closed!

[JoviMom]

I'm all signed up too. Looking forward to it. Any suggestions for a non-wool sock yarn? Wool and I don't get along so well.


CHeck out Pagewood Farms Yarns.. they have a wonderful bamboo sock yarn.. or do a search for Bamboo or Silk sock yarns there are several out there.

[SassyCMA06]

I made it, I made it!!!! I was so worried I wouldn't be able to register in time- it was a hectic day for me!

Whew!

Really looking forward to your class Karen!

[Cheeria]

I'm register, I am so excited, I can't wait.:clap:clap

[JoviMom]

I made it, I made it!!!! I was so worried I wouldn't be able to register in time- it was a hectic day for me!

Whew!

Really looking forward to your class Karen!

I'm register, I am so excited, I can't wait.:clap:clap

WOW!!! I am thrilled with the response to this class! I hope I am up to the task! ;) You all are going to be keeping me busy!


I am excited too! This is one of my all time favorite classes to teach...

[Happiness]

Just now registered! Can't wait to learn to makes socks!

[Jempast]

I finally talked my husband into letting me take this class. I had to agree that we would not order out or go out to eat for the rest of the month. But it's worth it to learn to crochet socks! I will be able to make him several pair for his birthday which is end of May!! Thank you for teaching this class. I can't wait. :yay

I already have my 2 balls of sock yarn. I also have the hook! All set and ready to go now I all I need is patience until the class to starts. :D

Is it March 13 yet?? :devil

[SassyCMA06]

I've never done a class online with C'Ville (or anywhere else, for that matter) and trying to figure out how it works. Is there a specified time when our instructor will be online to answer questions, or do we just post and she replies as soon as she can? How is this different from reading a pattern online and figuring it out on your own? :think

I'm excited since Karen, you seem like you are going to make this really fun! :cheer

[jeannie1205]

Has anyone used Patons Stretch Socks Yarn? Here's a brief description of the yarn content: Breathable blend with elasticity for comfy, snap-back shape.
• Clean tweedy shades with crisp stitch definition for the whole family!
• 41% cotton/39% wool/13% nylon/7% elastic blend super fine weight yarn.
• 1.75 oz/50g/239 yd/219m ball.

[JoviMom]

I've never done a class online with C'Ville (or anywhere else, for that matter) and trying to figure out how it works. Is there a specified time when our instructor will be online to answer questions, or do we just post and she replies as soon as she can? How is this different from reading a pattern online and figuring it out on your own? :think

I'm excited since Karen, you seem like you are going to make this really fun! :cheer

This is my first time doing an On-line class like this... so we will learn together!

My goal is to be online at least 1 hour per day.. but more if needed. As we get closer and I see what my daily schedule is like, I am thinking that I will post the day before what time I will be online. However, you can ask questions at anytime and I will answer the next I am on line.

What I will be doing is giving you the partial pattern the first week, along with some basic instructional stuff to go with it. Then the 2nd week I will give you the remaining pattern and more instructional info. At the end of the class I will post the "official" pattern as I sell it on my website as a bonus for taking the class.

I hope it will be fun for all of you! I am one of those teachers who feels that I haven't done my job if you are not enjoying the class and having a good time!

[JoviMom]

Has anyone used Patons Stretch Socks Yarn? Here's a brief description of the yarn content: Breathable blend with elasticity for comfy, snap-back shape.
• Clean tweedy shades with crisp stitch definition for the whole family!
• 41% cotton/39% wool/13% nylon/7% elastic blend super fine weight yarn.
• 1.75 oz/50g/239 yd/219m ball.

I havent.. but hopefully someone here might have tried it out. I havent even seen it here locally.. but I will see if I can check it out!

[SassyCMA06]

I hope it will be fun for all of you! I am one of those teachers who feels that I haven't done my job if you are not enjoying the class and having a good time!

Thanks Karen!

Oh gee, looks like I have to go yarn shopping now, what a chore.
:lol

[quietheart]

Ok I registered! Woot! Was afraid I was going to be too late! Wow , it's filling right up!

Hugs
Kath

[mamaoso]

Has anyone used Patons Stretch Socks Yarn? Here's a brief description of the yarn content: Breathable blend with elasticity for comfy, snap-back shape.
• Clean tweedy shades with crisp stitch definition for the whole family!
• 41% cotton/39% wool/13% nylon/7% elastic blend super fine weight yarn.
• 1.75 oz/50g/239 yd/219m ball.
I'm using KP Dancing on a pair of socks that I'm knitting right now..
It's the same blend. I'm still undecided whether I like it. It kinda feels like it would be scratchy but when I tried it on it was okay.. I don't know what it would be like wearing shoes. I do like the snug fit on the leg.. I'm doing the heel flap now.
Sorry not much help here.

[Alaina]

My tip for avoiding one-sock syndrome: get two hooks (or two sets of knitting needles if you knit them) and work on both socks at the same time. Do so many rows on sock 1, then the same number of rows on sock 2.

It makes it much easier to wind up with a completed pair of socks! :hook

I'm learning how to knit my first toe-up sock (first sock ever actually) as we speak, and while I'm thrilled and feel like I have a PhD in knitting since learning how to do a provisional cast-on, knit with 5 double-points without stabbing myself, and turn a heel without stabbing my instructor, I have to say the concept of doing this all over again for sock #2 is daunting and a bit depressing! LOL!!!

Whether my NEXT pair is knitted or crocheted, I will definitely be attempting to complete them BOTH at the same time!

[Alaina]

Ok, I just signed up! Looking forward to it! :-)

[Hookin Catluvr]

I am thrilled I got in on this class. (Actually I registered yesterday!) I have been looking forward to it since it was announced way back when. Socks have always seemed a little intimadating to me, so I'm glad to have the opportunity to do my first with an instructor. :D

[auntbubbels]

Oh my - I almost missed signing up for this class and today I just went and bought my yarn - phew cant wait

[nana_k]

Just signed up! :cheer Can't wait to get started.

[JoviMom]

I'm all signed up too. Looking forward to it. Any suggestions for a non-wool sock yarn? Wool and I don't get along so well.


Cheryl..

Check out this site..... I havent used the yarns yet.. but I hear TERRIFIC THINGS!!!

http://www.bluemoonfiberarts.com/newmoon/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=182_193

[quietheart]

Cheryl..

Check out this site..... I havent used the yarns yet.. but I hear TERRIFIC THINGS!!!

http://www.bluemoonfiberarts.com/newmoon/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=182_193

Their sock yarn all has merino wool in it that I saw. Did I miss something?

Hugs
Kath

[JoviMom]

Their sock yarn all has merino wool in it that I saw. Did I miss something?

Hugs
Kath


Hi Kath! The page I directly Linked to is 100% silk! Pricey But beutiful!

[quietheart]

Hi Kath! The page I directly Linked to is 100% silk! Pricey But beutiful!


Ah Ok I went to the sock yarn link on the left of that page.
Is that silk sock weight/fingering weight?
It is 6 stitches per inch and their sock yarn is anywhere from 8 to 10.
Their heavyweight sock yarn is 6 and is a lightweight worsted.
Ive never worked with silk before so not sure if Id have to change hook size to get the proper gauge for this pattern.
And if we can use a lightweight worsted silk can we get away with any lightweight worsted in your pattern?

Thanks
Kath

[jerseymomjm]

I just signed up too!! :woo

[Donna]

The class just filled! How exciting!

Registration for this class has now closed as it has reached the maximum number of students.

[JoviMom]

Ah Ok I went to the sock yarn link on the left of that page.
Is that silk sock weight/fingering weight?
It is 6 stitches per inch and their sock yarn is anywhere from 8 to 10.
Their heavyweight sock yarn is 6 and is a lightweight worsted.
Ive never worked with silk before so not sure if Id have to change hook size to get the proper gauge for this pattern.
And if we can use a lightweight worsted silk can we get away with any lightweight worsted in your pattern?

Thanks
Kath

Hi again!

I used Regia Crazy colors for the model sock.. and here is the info:

http://www.carodanfarm.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/product69.html

Regia yarn in a 6Ply DK weight yarn. Striping and jacquard patterning. 75% wool, 25% nylon. Machine washable. 137 yds/50g ball. Gauge is 5.5 sts/in on size 5-6 needles. Need 2-3 balls for a pair of socks.


So I think that the silk yarn will work for you! We will talk about adjusting the gauge a bit too!

[JoviMom]

The class just filled! How exciting!

Registration for this class has now closed as it has reached the maximum number of students.


Really Donna? WOW! I am excited and I never expected that! :eek

We are going to have a great time though! :crocheting

[4ToStitch4]

I missed the registration! :eek I will pout a bit and then hope it comes around again. I'm SOO bummed! Have fun you lucky ladies in the class!:P

[AmyS]

I missed the registration! :eek I will pout a bit and then hope it comes around again. I'm SOO bummed! Have fun you lucky ladies in the class!:P

This class has been so insanely popular, that we'll be begging Karen to teach it again later this year, if her schedule allows.

[nannie343]

Cheryl..

Check out this site..... I havent used the yarns yet.. but I hear TERRIFIC THINGS!!!

http://www.bluemoonfiberarts.com/newmoon/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=182_193


I have knit socks with the heavyweight yarn, it was so yummy to knit with. I knit a pair of sock for my hubby and ME for our Cruise to Alaska last May. They were great sleeping socks. They are a great company with great products. Just a satisified customer. I will order more as soon as I make my first crocheted pair of socks and learn the technique.
Rhonda

[JoviMom]

I missed the registration! :eek I will pout a bit and then hope it comes around again. I'm SOO bummed! Have fun you lucky ladies in the class!:P

This class has been so insanely popular, that we'll be begging Karen to teach it again later this year, if her schedule allows.


Chances are Amy and Donna wont have to beg TOO Hard if all goes well with this first class and the interest is still there! :yes

[JoviMom]

I have knit socks with the heavyweight yarn, it was so yummy to knit with. I knit a pair of sock for my hubby and ME for our Cruise to Alaska last May. They were great sleeping socks. They are a great company with great products. Just a satisified customer. I will order more as soon as I make my first crocheted pair of socks and learn the technique.
Rhonda


Thank you for that testimonial Rhonda! I am going to have to break down and buy some of her yarn I think!

[SassyCMA06]

ok, class is full. Can we start now and skip the "waiting til March" part????
:lol

[JoviMom]

ok, class is full. Can we start now and skip the "waiting til March" part????
:lol


:lol If I didnt have some deadlines ahead... I might have asked if that would be possible.. but no such luck! ;)

[SassyCMA06]

:lol If I didnt have some deadlines ahead... I might have asked if that would be possible.. but no such luck! ;)

aw shucks. Well, I've heard it said that anticipation sweetens the end results, so I'll just have to hold on. :hook

[sshjesse]

hi, I know that they class is full, but if there is another class I'm very interested in participating.
Thanks,

[amandapace]

I can't believe I missed the registration by a matter of minutes! Seriously, I was on, looking at the class, I got up to pee, I came back and it was full! Please do another class later in the year!

Amanda

[Hookin Catluvr]

Finally found my yarn, now I'm ready to go!!!! :D Can't wait to get started!!

[Cheryl_61]

CHeck out Pagewood Farms Yarns.. they have a wonderful bamboo sock yarn.. or do a search for Bamboo or Silk sock yarns there are several out there.

Karen,
I actually found some Crystal Palace Panda Cotton sock yarn at http://www.theloopyewe.com/ online. The fiber content is 55% Bamboo, 24% cotton, 21% elastic nylon. I've already received it and it has a very nice feel to it. I've got my size E crochet hook & I'm all ready to go. I can't wait to get started! :U

[muscidae]

:(
I can't believe I missed registration. I logged in almost every day to see when it was, and the one day I can't check, it's it!
Oh well... I had my yarn and everything! I hope this is offered again, and I hope I'll be able to see when registration is this time. For some reason I couldn't find when it was, and I kept checking, and well... yeah, too bad!

Have fun ladies!:crocheting

[AmyS]

:(
I can't believe I missed registration. I logged in almost every day to see when it was, and the one day I can't check, it's it!
Oh well... I had my yarn and everything! I hope this is offered again, and I hope I'll be able to see when registration is this time. For some reason I couldn't find when it was, and I kept checking, and well... yeah, too bad!

Have fun ladies!:crocheting

I'm sorry you missed registration! We had a notice at the top of every forum page (except Show and Tell) announcing the date registration would open for about a week prior. Registration opened on Monday, February 16, and this class closed on Friday, February 20. All through this past week we had a notice at the top of the forum showing people how many spots were still open in that class. (We removed that information on Friday when the class filled.)

For future classes, please look in these places for registration information:


A notice will be placed at the top of every forum page (except Show and Tell) about a week before registration opens.
This thread (http://www.crochetville.org/forum/showthread.php?t=95095) also has information about when registration will open for the rest of 2009 so everyone can make plans accordingly.

I cannot stress enough how important it is for everyone to read the information in the Notices at the top of forum pages. We use the Notices for information that every forum member should know.

Everyone is also always welcome to PM me at any time if you have any questions about registration for any of the online classes.

The good news is that Karen will be teaching this class later this year, as long as this class goes as well as we expect it to!

[jeannie1205]

I went to Michaels and unfortunately the yarn just followed me home...I won't even say home many skeins made it home with me :blush:eek I did find the Patons Stretch Sock for $2.50 and Paton's Kroy Sock yarn for $3.50 which was a steel considering I'd been surfing the web looking for some sock yarn that wouldn't kill my budget. I think I'll start with these yarns and see how I like them in the making of the socks. If I get hooked then I'll consider better sock yarn :D

[JoviMom]

Karen,
I actually found some Crystal Palace Panda Cotton sock yarn at http://www.theloopyewe.com/ online. The fiber content is 55% Bamboo, 24% cotton, 21% elastic nylon. I've already received it and it has a very nice feel to it. I've got my size E crochet hook & I'm all ready to go. I can't wait to get started! :U


WONDERFUL!!! I would love a review when you work with it in class!

[Alaina]

Hi JoviMom,

I've got a question for you.

I just completed another sock pattern from the Sept/Oct 2008 Crochet Today magazine. And while it is an anklet, using the yarn and hook they recommended, it feels more like a "house sock" than a sock that can fit under a real shoe.

Will your sock pattern help us create socks that are wearable with shoes, given the yarn choice and the gauge, or are most crochet socks, by design, just too "thick" for that?

Thanks! Alaina

[Cheeria]

This weekend I am planning on going to the yarn shop and look at sock yarn. I did buy my yarn it's call Heart and Sole by Red Heart, it has aloe in the yarn.Ii want to make sure that I want to use this yarn for my first crochet sock. When I brought the yarn I did not pay much attention to the content of the yarn, and now after reading a few posts I want to go back to the yarn shop and shop with fibre content in mind. I guess it's the excitement of taking this course that got to me. :think

[DawnofMarch]

ADMIN NOTE: This class is closed. Maximum student registration was reached at 10:00 central time on 2/19/09.


(http://www.crochetville.org/forum/classes.php)

Argh! It just had to be during the time I did not have internet access didn't it!

Oh well... I was procrastinating on balling up my sock yarn anyway... :cry:bang:thair:sigh

[JoviMom]

Hi JoviMom,

I've got a question for you.

I just completed another sock pattern from the Sept/Oct 2008 Crochet Today magazine. And while it is an anklet, using the yarn and hook they recommended, it feels more like a "house sock" than a sock that can fit under a real shoe.

Will your sock pattern help us create socks that are wearable with shoes, given the yarn choice and the gauge, or are most crochet socks, by design, just too "thick" for that?

Thanks! Alaina

Hi Alaina!

I thought I had posted a response, but I guess not! :(

If you chose to use fingering weight yarn, then, yes, you should be able to wear these socks in shoes. I do! :) That being said, It does does make a difference on how tightly you wear your shoes!

Crochet is always going to be more dense than knit.. that is just the nature of the beast. However, I am designing a new pattern right now that is working out to be a lot thinner than even this first sock design....

[JoviMom]

WOW!

OK I am sure that I will be scheduling another class at some point. Just let me get through this first class! ;)

[Alaina]

...However, I am designing a new pattern right now that is working out to be a lot thinner than even this first sock design....

Really good to know! Look forward to the class!

Thanks! Alaina

[maetta]

Ooh, Karen, I can't wait for you new thin sock design!:cheer

[JoviMom]

Ooh, Karen, I can't wait for you new thin sock design!:cheer


I will be sure to let you all know when it is available! ;)

[Happiness]

What is the difference from regular, baby weight yarn from sock yarn? Does sock yarn just have elastic in it?

[quietheart]

What is the difference from regular, baby weight yarn from sock yarn? Does sock yarn just have elastic in it?

Yes, sock yarn usually has some nylon or elastic in it to give it more give/flexibility and help it be more durable.
Sock yarn is also usually somewhat thinner than most baby yarn.
Having said that, I will tell you that I have and do use thin baby yarn for socks all the time without any trouble. The acrylic has enough give for me and I haven't had any problems with durability as long as the stitch pattern is "flat". (also a sock hint, be sure to always wash your socks inside out! )

Sock yarn is yummy but for some budgets a big skein of the thinner baby yarn suits just fine. :)
Just be sure to check your gauge.

Hugs
Kath

[mamaoso]

Not all sock yarn has elastic in it.. Just made more durable then baby yarn, baby yarn would wear out faster on the feet..:lol. Most sock yarn is fingerweight.

[JoviMom]

What is the difference from regular, baby weight yarn from sock yarn? Does sock yarn just have elastic in it?

Yes, sock yarn usually has some nylon or elastic in it to give it more give/flexibility and help it be more durable.
Sock yarn is also usually somewhat thinner than most baby yarn.
Having said that, I will tell you that I have and do use thin baby yarn for socks all the time without any trouble. The acrylic has enough give for me and I haven't had any problems with durability as long as the stitch pattern is "flat". (also a sock hint, be sure to always wash your socks inside out! )

Sock yarn is yummy but for some budgets a big skein of the thinner baby yarn suits just fine. :)
Just be sure to check your gauge.

Hugs
Kath

Not all sock yarn has elastic in it.. Just made more durable then baby yarn, baby yarn would wear out faster on the feet..:lol. Most sock yarn is fingerweight.

Most sock yarn DOESNT have Elastic in it my expoerience. Nylon maybe, Bamboo and silk even cashmere. There are lots of blends out there.

I tend to stick with Wool or SWTC Tofutsies, thought I am starting to love the New Flat Feet yarn (http://www.conjoinedcreations.com/CC_Webpages/Flat_Feet.html) too.

One think I have discovered in making crocheted socks, You MUST find a yarn that you LIKE! If you dont like it, you wont either A) Finish it or B) wear them.

[Needle Arts]

I can hardly wait to start class. Unfortunately, I will be out of town all day on Friday and not able to start until Saturday. Am determined to get past that one sock syndrome. Have been collecting every free sock pattern I could find, reading and comparing. My foot is rather short but I have a very high arch so anxious to see if I'll have to make pattern adjustment for that. I love all the beautiful sock yarns (I've had mine for awhile). Is there an "off season" for sock yarn wheres you might find it on sale? Do the colors usally stick around from season to season or do you see new color inventory as seasons change? I've not really paid much attention previously not being involved in sock making.

[JoviMom]

I can hardly wait to start class. Unfortunately, I will be out of town all day on Friday and not able to start until Saturday. Am determined to get past that one sock syndrome. Have been collecting every free sock pattern I could find, reading and comparing. My foot is rather short but I have a very high arch so anxious to see if I'll have to make pattern adjustment for that. I love all the beautiful sock yarns (I've had mine for awhile). Is there an "off season" for sock yarn wheres you might find it on sale? Do the colors usally stick around from season to season or do you see new color inventory as seasons change? I've not really paid much attention previously not being involved in sock making.


I really havent seen any "off-season" on sock yarn. They are so popular, that I think shops just have them around all the time.

As for color, I do see seasonal Inventory in colors. One prime example is Knit Picks line. I see new seasonal colors in their catalogs.

[Needle Arts]

I was sitting this afternoon hoping pattern would be posted before I had to leave tomorrow for the entire day----------

OOPS, I'm a week ahead of myself if my mind. I thought tomorrow was the 13th! Darn, I have to wait another week. :(

[Alaina]

I was sitting this afternoon hoping pattern would be posted before I had to leave tomorrow for the entire day----------

OOPS, I'm a week ahead of myself if my mind. I thought tomorrow was the 13th! Darn, I have to wait another week. :(

I thought the class started on the 6th also! LOL!!!

[JoviMom]

I was sitting this afternoon hoping pattern would be posted before I had to leave tomorrow for the entire day----------

OOPS, I'm a week ahead of myself if my mind. I thought tomorrow was the 13th! Darn, I have to wait another week. :(

I thought the class started on the 6th also! LOL!!!

Sorry Ladies! :) I had some deadlines I needed to deal with so I couldnt!

[mamaoso]

:clap:woo:jumpyay:rememberIt starts tomorrow!!!!!!!

[JoviMom]

LOL! You beat me to it! I am so glad you all are excited!

I wanted to remind you all that I am on the west coast... so for a lot of you I will be a few hours behind!:eek

My plan for tomorrow is to post the 1st assignment before 8AM PST. It might even be tonight sometime!

I then will be off-line for a few hours (I have an appt in Seattle) but I will be back on line around 3-4 PM to check on status and answer any questions! and I will be here for as long as anyone might need me tomorrow night!

After that, I will be in the classroom on and off everyday! Probably for some time in the morning and then again in the afternoon.

I am really excited to meet and chat and work with all of you the next 2 weeks!

[tiffanygs]

I hope this class is offered again soon. I've been trying to learn to crochet socks for a little while now. :)