When to Start Toe Decreases
The answer to this question heavily depends on how many stitches you have on your sock and what is the toe shape you are aiming
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The answer to this question heavily depends on how many stitches you have on your sock and what is the toe shape you are aiming
Wedge toe is probably one of the most commonly used toe shapes I’ve seen on sock patterns. It is very easy to remember and the
With the pattern below you can make french heel also known as round heel for cuff down socks. The pattern works for any stitch count
With this pattern you can make round toe for a cuff-down sock. The pattern works for almost any yarn and stitch count. Just enter the
With this pattern, you can make rounded barn toe for a toe-up sock. The pattern works for almost any yarn and stitch count. Increases are
Gusset heel fits well even if you have a high arch. This pattern requires no picking up of stitches.
The afterthought heel is the ideal for colorwork socks or socks knitted with self-striping yarn. It can be used also for the perfectly symmetric contrasting color heel. It is made exactly the same way regardless if you start your sock from toe or cuff.
With this pattern you can make rounded toe for a toe-up sock for almost any yarn and gauge. Just enter the total amount of stitches you wish to have for your sock and you’ll get the instructions for the increases.
Short row heel is the one used in most commercial socks. It is symmetrical and you make it exactly the same way regardless if you knit your sock from the toe up or cuff down.
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