{"product_id":"learn-to-knit-socks-with-jane","title":"Learn to Knit Socks","description":"\u003cp\u003eLearn to knit socks workshop: knit hand-made socks that are comfortable \u0026amp; well-fitting, so your feet will be cozy \u0026amp; warm! This class covers knitting skills for all sections of top-down socks: cuffs, leg, heel turn, gusset, instep, foot \u0026amp; toes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've never knitted socks before and would like to give it a go, this is the class for you. You'll learn to knit socks that are comfortable and well-fitting, and your feet will be cozy and warm for years to come! DPNs, magic loop, turning heels… this will all be second nature after you've done this practical class on knitting top-down socks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSocks are a great project for knitting in SUMMER, as they're not too hot and bulky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you will love knitting socks...\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-knitted socks are special, practical and durable, and make cherished and thoughtful gifts for family and friends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSock projects are extremely portable so you can easily grab them and go — perfect for knitting on public transport, in waiting rooms, at kid's activities, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe small size makes socks quicker to knit and you'll use less yarn than larger projects - you can knit a pair from one skein of 4ply yarn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFantastic fit...you can adjust your socks' dimensions to fit your feet perfectly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate your very own one-of-a-kind pair by adding stitch textures, colourwork, lace, cables, braids (or whatever you like) to your favourite vanilla sock pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou'll generally improve your knitting skills as you progress through different patterns and designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSock knitting offers the same benefits of mindfulness and relaxation as other types of knitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnection to tradition and community... plus so much more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this class you will knit a sock from the cuff down using your choice of double pointed needles, two circular needles or one long circular needle (magic loop). This top-down method allows you to focus on your stitch pattern and yarn choice, and you can try on the sock as you knit for a well-fitting and comfortable pair of socks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany knitters find that learning to knit socks from the top down is a great way to get started. You will progress through all of the techniques needed for the different sections of your sock (cuff, leg, heel, gusset, instep, foot and toe) and you'll leave with your sock on your needles, ready to finish at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBook into this class with Jane and learn to knit socks - your feet will enjoy them for years to come! We'd love to see your sock projects - share them on Socials #skeinsisters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOnce you've mastered knitting top down socks you might also be interested in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/knit-socks-from-the-toe-up-with-tash\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn to Knit Socks from the Toe Up\u003c\/a\u003e. Or explore our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/classes-and-workshops\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecrochet and knitting classes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain image: green variegated sock knitted in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/skein-sisters-fabulous-sock\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSkein Sister Fabulous Sock\u003c\/a\u003e colourway The Rhiona, pattern \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/favorite-socks-2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFavorite Socks\u003c\/a\u003e by Kristin Lehrer; pink tonal sock knitted in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/skein-sisters-fabulous-sock\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSkein Sisters Fabulous Sock\u003c\/a\u003e colour You Make Me Blush, pattern \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/farfalle-socks\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFarfalle\u003c\/a\u003e by Orinda5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecond image: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/curling-mist-socks\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurling Mist Socks\u003c\/a\u003e by Helen Stewart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Skein Sisters Workshops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46839991500987,"sku":"WS-JD-SOXTD","price":115.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0459\/3595\/files\/LearntoKnitSocks1.jpg?v=1754541716","url":"https:\/\/www.skeinsisters.com.au\/products\/learn-to-knit-socks-with-jane","provider":"Skein Sisters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}