Yet again, I've used the Vanilla Latte Socks pattern by Virginia Rose-Jeanes, a free pattern on Ravelry. I think this is a super pattern when knitting socks as a gift as the rib pattern has a bit extra give in it than a plain stocking stitch sock does, so it tends to grip the foot a little better and doesn't have to be such a precise fit, just what you want when you're not trying the socks on feet as you knit them.
The socks are knit in Knitglobal Sock Yarn in the Dale colourway which I purchased at Yarndale this year. Yarndale is held in Skipton right on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, so I've decided to call these Yorkshire Dales Socks. Besides, the Yorkshire Dales is my very favourite place.
I've enjoyed my Christmas knitting this year. I started early enough so that it didn't become a chore and I've managed to finish in good time. Now for some selfish knitting for me!
The name of your socks is very appropriate. Your family are very lucky to have you knitting for them and I'm sure their feet must appreciate it too. X
ReplyDeleteI'm sure there'll be lots of warm, cosy toes on Christmas morning. I just hope they all fit.
DeleteThese are great looking socks. Thank you for sharing the pattern. Pat
ReplyDeleteI've used this pattern for a lot of the socks I've knit as gifts, it's nice and easy but has a little extra interest than a plain sock.
DeleteWell done on knitting all those Christmas gifts, I think you deserve a little bit of selfish knitting now :-)
ReplyDeleteI'm so pleased that I started early, my gift knitting has been stress free this year and I've now got a bit of spare time to knit a pair of Christmas socks for myself.
DeleteThere are going to be lots of snuggly feet in your knitted socks this winter. Lucky recipients. Take care.
ReplyDeleteI do love hand knitted socks and I know my family do too so it's nice to be able to knit for them.
Deletehi Jo, i haven't been in blog land for ages. You have certainly been busy.its so hard trying to find that balance ,I am knee deep in design work and trying desperately to make Christmas gifts, blog , instagram it is all getting far too much. Well done you .
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you've had a busy time. I'm lucky that I don't work so I have more free time than most, plus I started my Christmas knitting early this year so that I wasn't at the last minute.
DeleteWell done finishing so early, I had loads of plans for sewing but still not enough time, I will make Will his Christmas stocking.
ReplyDeleteI made sure that I started early this year, I've been caught out at the last minute too many times and it ends up being stressful which isn't enjoyable at all.
DeleteThese socks are so nice! I love the colors, very masculine. You must be so relieved to be finished with all the knitting, well done. :)
ReplyDeleteI've used this yarn before and it knits up lovely so I was pleased to find this colourway at Yarndale this year, as you say, it's a bit more masculine which is brilliant for men's socks. I'm enjoying working on some different projects now instead of Christmas gifts.
DeleteLove these socks Jo ...
ReplyDeleteOn a day like today socks and gloves and a thick coat were needed brrr it's really getting cold.
I think you've done so well with your Christmas knitting, very organised.
All the best Jan
It's snowed here today, it took me by surprise as I wasn't expecting it. I made sure that I started my Christmas knitting early enough this year.
DeleteLovely socks, Jo. I'm sure Mick will appreciate them. Congratulations on getting all your Christmas knitting done before December even starts!
ReplyDeleteI think Mick will like these socks. I can't believe that I've got my Christmas knitting finished already, I've never been this early before.
DeleteWell done, I'm sure that they'll be much appreciated. xx
ReplyDeleteI think he could do with them now, we've got snow here.
DeleteLove your socks, the colour is very masculine, perfect. Enjoy your other knitting now you've finished. I will start early next yr with making Christmas gifts. A brilliant idea - make it and place it in a present box. Presents sorted x
ReplyDeleteI love this colourway for mens socks. I'm so pleased I started my Christmas knitting early this year, I'm looking forward to starting some new things now.
DeleteLovely socks - I'm sure Mick will love them! Congrats on getting your Christmas knitting done well ahead of time - I'm still working on it as one particular gift (which is actually for a birthday at the end of December) has been frogged twice so far - ugh! I think I finally have it right...3rd times the charm!
ReplyDeleteI think my best decision was starting early this year. Fingers crossed that everything goes well with the birthday gift this time.
DeleteLovely socks. I look forward to seeing what your next project will be. Jx
ReplyDeleteIt will be nice to work on something different now.
DeleteWell done on finishing your Christmas knitting! Enjoy knitting something for yourself!
ReplyDeleteIt's nice to know that all the gift knitting is finished, I shall enjoy knitting something for myself now.
DeleteMick will love his special gift from the wife.
ReplyDeleteI'm wondering if you are using the candy cane yarn for your own pair?
I hope so. I am using the Candy Cane yarn for my own pair of socks, I think they'll look very festive for Christmas Day.
DeleteYour socks look toasty warm, Jo. They are sure to make someone's winter very cosy.
ReplyDeleteAmalia
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Hand knit socks are much warmer than any socks I've worn before, they keep the toes toasty warm.
DeleteThey are wonderful. So glad you can now knit something for yourself!
ReplyDeleteIt'll be a change knitting for myself, I've spent quite some time on Christmas knitting this year.
DeleteFavourite named socks for your favourite man!
ReplyDeleteLisa x
Favourites all round. I think the name suits the socks as the colours remind me of the Yorkshire Dales.
DeleteHi Jo, you won the giveaway on my blog so please email me at josiekitten123 at gmail dot com so I can post your prize to you. x
ReplyDeleteHow exciting, thank you so much. I'll get an email off to you.
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