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Ready to dip your toes into sock knitting? Start working fantastic footwear with an afterthought heel alongside knitting designer and author Susan B. Anderson. Discover the benefits of this fun, unique method and see what supplies you need to have on hand. Then, find your specific measurements, start your socks with Judy's Magic Cast-On and practice using both double-pointed and magic loop needles for versatility. Take the next step in sock knitting as you learn how to knit an even toe increase, check gauge and find your ideal foot length, and even incorporate an afterthought heel placeholder. Move on to customizing your socks with Susan's tips for simple stitch patterns, stylish cuffs and a stretchy bind-off. End your socks successfully by returning to your afterthought heel to pick up stitches, work the Kitchener stitch, weave in ends and use blocking to make your stitches shine.

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1. Setting Up for Success

14m

Meet Susan B. Anderson and start class by learning the benefits of making toe-up socks and look at the supplies you'll need to succeed. Susan will explain the different parts of a knitted sock and how to make them work together based on your unique measur

2. Casting On

16m

After taking a look at your pattern, yarn options and sizes, you'll learn how to work Judy's Magic cast on to create an invisible seam! Then, you'll practice working in the round with both double-pointed and magic loop needles so you're comfortable using

3. Working the Toe & Foot

26m

The next step in your sock journey is working the toe increase. Susan will help you create an even increase, and you'll see how to check gauge to make sure your socks are properly sized. You'll also customize the length of your sock foot for a comfortable

4. Placing the Afterthought Heel

17m

Learn how to work Susan's favorite part of toe-up socks: the afterthought heel. She'll explain how this fun heel is made and fits into the 'sock map'. Next, you'll discover the best yarns to use for the heel placeholder, and Susan will share tips on worki

5. The Leg & Cuff

13m

Ready for more smooth sailing? You'll start to make the sock leg, using this space to customize your socks. Susan will show you how to make a cuff and give you a few options for the most comfortable and stable fit before showing you an easy but stretchy w

6. Working the Heel & Finishing

32m

Before you know it, you'll be ready for the big finale: the heel. Susan will walk you step by step through removing the placeholder yarn, picking up stitches and working the heel decreases. Ever heard of the Kitchener stitch? You'll use it to close up you

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SeriesMy First Toe-Up Socks

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My First Toe-Up Socks - Season 1

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