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Hello there fellow knitter!

This is The Yarnist. The daily newsletter that makes you love knitting the same way Mia loves putting on socks.

Here's what we've got for you today...

• Knitspiration: 5 Essential Sock Knitting Books
• Stitchionary: An stitch with a bird's eye view
• Pattern Pick: This is the one sock pattern to rule them all
• PLUS: Real sock knitting, duck feet, and more

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Knitspiration

📚 5 Essential Sock Knitting Books

There are a lot of books on sock knitting.

I mean A LOT.

So many that it can be difficult to parse which ones are worth having in your knitting library.

That's why we've gone through and picked a few that we think you might like adding to your collection.

Custom Socks: Knit to Fit Your Feet
by Kate Atherley

What is it?
A workshop in a book on customizing sock patterns to fit you perfectly

Why you should own it?
If you were to get one book on this list, this would be it. Pattern customization can be a challenge, but this book makes it as easy to understand.

The Knitter's Book of Socks
by Clara Parkes

What is it?
A collection of sock patterns from famous sock designers curated by the woman who wrote the book on yarn.

Why you should own it?
Clara's unique take on sock knitting starts with the raw materials. A knitter should know their tools and materials well, and this book give a great insight into how the yarn plays a role in the perfect hand knit sock.

Toe-Up 2-At-A-Time Socks
by Melissa Morgan-Oakes

What is it?
The definitive guide to using magic loop for knitting two socks at the same time from the toe-up. The title is pretty on point!

Why you should own it?
If you want to avoid the dreaded "second sock syndrome" then knitting both socks together is the way to go. While we have a workshop on this topic, this book is also a worthwhile investment.

Operation Sock Drawer
by The Knitmore Girls

What is it?
Inspired by the gorgeous sock drawers of Susan B. Anderson, Jasmin and Gigi of The Knitmore Girls podcast started the hashtag #operationsockdrawer in an effort to knit a collection of socks just as photo worthy.

Why you should own it?
If you need some inspiration of your own to get started on a hand knit sock collection, this is the book for you.

52 Weeks of Socks
by Laine Publishing

What is it?
A year long journey of sock knitting.

Why you should own it?
We're big fans of ongoing knitting projects and challenges. This one also happens to be really beautiful.

BONUS PICK

The Sock Project
by Summer Lee

What is it?
A guide to knitting colorful socks using a mix and match system

Why should you own it?
If you think sock knitting is all about bring color into your life, this is the book for you. But it's also a masterclass in developing your sock knitting skills. Summer slowly increases the sock difficultly through 12 different patterns, adding new elements with each design. Genius!

Conclusion

So there you have it.

These sock knitting books are a great addition to any knitting library.

But what do you think?

Do you have a favorite sock knitting book?

What is it?

Hit reply and share your experience with us!

We'd love to hear your feedback. 😊

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Birds Eye Stitch

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Pattern Pick

One Sock by Kate Atherley

One Sock is a classic top-down sock pattern to fit all feet.

With lots of opportunities to customize the fit and design, this pattern comes with the One Sock Guidebook, a resource that walks makers through the process of knitting beautiful socks that fit, as well as an opportunity to practice your new sock skills with the beginner-friendly One Sock Baby pattern.

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Knits & Giggles

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