I’ve done the Fleegle heel (or strong heel I think for those that knit top down) and it’s a little like that. I need to do it again in a vanilla sock to wrap my head around it though.
Oh I need to get myself this chart! Lighting inside the store always messed with my thread match anyway.
Pairing two sizes of gingham is such a cool look. I love this.
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Two socks shown, knit toe-up using magenta, blue, and white colorwork. Socks are laying on their side. Left sock is knit with a varying magenta and blue using Shadow Wrapped heel technique. Right sock has an unfinished cuff and is knit with a varying magenta and blue “HG Heel” technique with a gusset on bottom of foot and then short rows up the back of the foot.
Two socks shown, knit toe-up using magenta, blue, and white colorwork. Socks are laying with the sole facing up. Left sock is knit with a varying magenta and blue using Shadow Wrapped heel technique. Right sock has an unfinished cuff and is knit with a varying magenta and blue “HG Heel” technique with a gusset on bottom of foot and then short rows up the back of the foot.
Two socks shown, knit toe-up using magenta, blue, and white colorwork. Socks are laying folded with the heel and cuff facing up. Left sock is knit with a varying magenta and blue using Shadow Wrapped heel technique. Right sock has an unfinished cuff and is knit with a varying magenta and blue “HG Heel” technique with a gusset on bottom of foot and then short rows up the back of the foot.
I turned the heel of the other sock this weekend using a “HG Heel” pattern I came across on Ravelry. So far this one fits a tiny bit better and looks pretty cool. I still love them both though. Definitely sisters not twins as a fun experiment with colorwork and gauge.
Aww thank you!! I’m halfway through its pair and went a little rogue with a different heel type I haven’t tried before. Fingers crossed I can get this one to fit too. They’ll be sisters not twins 🤣
I like the muddled cotton candy look of the blue and magenta on this sock, but you’re so right. The contrast of the white helps it feel more complete.
Aw thank you! That was a big one for this toe up sock! I even made a version before this that was far too big because I was so worried about it. Excited that I’m close to nailing my sweet spot and make some fun designs.
Very handy! And a great tip for this pattern. The two color option probably wouldn’t look as nice with the magenta and blue. I’ll remember to check “ugly” colors in the future too!
Partially finished toe up sock shown on a foot viewed from the top. Pattern shows various rows of crosses, zigzags, diamonds, and speckles using magenta, blue, and white yarn.
Partially finished toe up sock shown on a foot viewed from the side. Pattern shows various rows of crosses, zigzags, diamonds, and speckles using magenta, blue, and white yarn.
Almost done with my first colorwork project, a sock. Not perfect but it fits which was the main goal. For those that have done colorwork, what’s your favorite color combo advice or color theory? #ShowMeYourKnits #KnitSky
Beautiful makes! And thank you for the caption. It made me cackle 🤣
Thank you! I had to look up the tag to see that it was dyed with Madder root. It can make some lovely reds and pinks based on what I could find.
Crown of dark pink knit hat shown with a spiral of increases and varying texture of broken rib and miss stitch.
Dark pink knit reversible hat shown with stockinette on the brim and varying texture of broken rib and miss stitch on the body of the hat.
Dark pink knit reversible hat shown with stockinette on the body and varying texture of broken rib and miss stitch on the brim of the hat.
Jumped right into #FinishItFebruary by finishing this hat I’ve had on my needles for a couple months. Tried to experiment with texture to make a cushy reversible hat from some naturally dyed merino. #ShowMeYourKnits #KnitSky
I swear I had a matching shorts and shirt out of that exact Recycle fabric as a kid. Love the mix of the two!
I was 4 days early for #ShowMeYourKnits stripes prompt
I love this profile, especially since it highlights the process pictures…and the process, the messy fragmented part of the whole, is where I personally spend the most time with each piece. 🧶
Oh my heart! Everything you make is delightful! I’m quickly becoming a big fan after reading your PrintMag article over my morning coffee. Thanks for sharing your art with the world!
I should also say this is the size 30 of the JJ size range and they fit the over 6’ tall recipient pretty well out of the envelope with some lengthening at the torso and leg lines.
Chalk traces out back pocket placement of trousers. Fabric has green leaves and multicolor flowers on an eggplant colored background.
Trousers are held folded in half to view only the back of the left leg. Chalk traces out back pocket placement of trousers. Fabric has green leaves and multicolor flowers on an eggplant colored background.
A closeup view of the fly, waistband, and left pocket of trousers. Fabric has green leaves and multicolor flowers on an eggplant colored background.
Trying to decide if I add back pockets to these #CoeTrousers I made for a loved one for the holidays. Today was my first time sitting at my sewing machine in over a month. I finished taking in the sides and hemming the bottom. Love this fun floral I got from #RecreativeDenver. #SewSky #GarmentSewing
I love this! Definitely joining in.
My quilt about women’s reproductive rights has been banned from all American Quilters Society shows this year. It’s been part of a traveling show with SAQA. My artist statement is too long for here. It’s on my website: laurashaw.net/quilts#/your-mother
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I keep thinking I need to do a practice fly before my next pair where I take detailed photos or video of the construction.
I really love the fit! The perfect balance of tailored but I can still sit crisscross with my toddler on the floor. They are also much better after she pushed out an update to the pattern. The zipper always trips me up though. I’ve made 3 pairs now and each one is ever so slightly different.
Hi, I’m Lauren! Nerdy details and pretty guts is my love language. I’ve been a hobby sewist since I was little and have been teaching myself to knit for 3 years. I make and forever mend things for me, my partner, and our 2 kids. I love to follow along with other makers’ creative processes.
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White woman stands by window facing camera wearing light green cotton canvas trousers.
White woman stands by window with back to the camera wearing light green cotton canvas trousers.
Closeup of back pocket of light green cotton canvas trousers with a muted rainbow of topstitching curving across the pocket.
Closeup of side seam and pocket of light green cotton canvas trousers with a muted rainbow of topstitching along the side seam.
Finally added these to the backstitch app too. These are some #DaughterJudy #CoeTrousers that I finished back in November. I wear them as soon as they are clean, so I’m due for another pair. My favorite part is the muted rainbow topstitching on the side seams and back pockets. 🌈
I made these with a bamboo cotton spandex blend. Probably a little thicker than a typical rayon jersey but they have held up so well. I do have some merino jersey remnants set aside for this purpose but haven’t used them yet. I have worn merino Icebreaker underwear long ago and loved them though.
Closeup of handmade period undies. Top shows burrito method for gusset and an extra layer of fabric for lining. Bottom shows exposed seam with just the 4D zorb fabric used as the gusset.
Here’s a closeup of them. The top shows burrito method for gusset using an extra layer of the jersey fabric for lining the zorb close to the body. The bottom one shows an exposed seam with just the 4D zorb fabric used as the gusset. I find the top one way more comfortable and less sweaty.
I’ve made two pairs with the 4D zorb. If you have any questions I’m happy to give my take. They obviously don’t stretch so it helps to think about how wide and long you want your gusset to be. One pair I did a small gusset for lighter days and one pair is a mega gusset for heavier days.
Oh these were your Brier’s for your trip! They look great! Did you like the pattern? Sorry they ended up being a practice pair though.
