Cranked Socks

Contrast heels and toes

During the learning process I've avoided some steps just so I can be confident with straightforward sock knitting. This means I focused on setup and consistent tension. Then I focused on technique, meaning being able to consistently knit heels and toes on the machine. Now that I have those things master to the point I'm not ripping back every-other sock, I can play with changing yarn along the way. This was my first go at a contrast heel. I totally messed up the toe and had to rip all the way back. I joke that my Stanwood ball winder is getting as much use as my sock knitting machine.

I did manage to make a pair with contrast heels and toes. I'm overly proud of this accomplishment. I know I said I had to wait forever for the machine to show up, and the learning curve was not a thing to trifle with, but I am super pleased with my purchase. Five stars, would buy again, as the young people say. So much Kitchener stitching in my future.

2019 sock knitting count:

• Cranked socks: 3 pair
• Hybrid socks: almost 1 pair (partially cranked and partially hand-knit)
• Hand knit socks: 1 pair