I'm on a roll. I've managed to double the number of pairs of socks I knit last year. Okay, I know I only managed one pair last year and these latest socks make the grand sum of two pairs knitted this year, but I do believe that my knitting mojo is returning.
Petunia Dursley's Doublet Eyelet Socks pattern by Erica Lueder is a favourite pattern of mine, I've used it a couple of times before and I like the effect the double eyelet pattern gives, it's so pretty. I deviated a little from the pattern, I made shortie socks, more akin to trainer socks, rather than socks with a longer leg, and I also substituted the heel the pattern called for and knit a Fish Lips Kiss Heel by Sox Therapist instead.
The yarn I used was some West Yorkshire Spinners I had left over in stash from another project in the Mojito colourway. I used Chocolate Lime for the heels.
I've been knitting up a few dishcloths, I much prefer knitted ones than any you can buy, and there's quite a few projects I'm ready to start in the new year. Yes, my knitting mojo has definitely made a comeback.
The colourway is lovely - they look quite festive - I keep thinking one day I might have a go at some socks.
ReplyDeleteThe socks look lovely, Jo. Well done on doubling your output!
ReplyDeleteLove your bright socks, I haven't knit any shorties yet, perhaps next year that will be something for me to try. So glad your knitting mojo has returned
ReplyDeleteLove the colour of the socks, so pleased your knitting mojo has comeback.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Ooh, they are pretty & so glad your mojo has returned. Look forward to seeing more projects in the new year. Take care & hugs.
ReplyDeleteI am very impressed with your knitting skills. Love these pretty socks!!!
ReplyDeleteI love your socks, the colour is beautiful. I'm knitting my 3rd pair this year.
ReplyDeleteA very refreshing colourway.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant socks. It´s great when you feel your mojo is back xcx
ReplyDeleteThey are lovely, perfect for Christmas and the cold weather we are due. Glad you got your knitting mojo back. Snowbird.xxx
ReplyDeleteThose are lovely and the perfect color for Christmas (or the Irish like me)...lol. Glad you DOUBLED your output this year! xo Diana
ReplyDeleteI knit all my socks short like that now, I much prefer it.
ReplyDeleteBriony
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I love these Jo, what fabulous colours. x
ReplyDeleteThey are such a lovely colour Jo. What a great idea to use up a ball of yarn knitting some shorter socks I might just have to do that too, I have lots of ball ends.
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