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Knitting socks that match - Wabi Sabi
Knitting socks that match
A few ideas for being able to reproduce your work on the second (or third, or fourth!) sock. Read more...
How to pick great sock yarn - Wabi Sabi
How to pick great sock yarn
You can't make a great pair of socks without a great yarn to make them from!  This guide will give you some tips on what to look for when checking... Read more...
Selecting Sock Needles - Wabi Sabi
Selecting Sock Needles
Magic loop or dpns?  What about the ultra short 9" needles?  Bamboo or metal?  So many choices!!!  This article will help you understand the different techniques used for knitting in the... Read more...
Why knit socks? - Wabi Sabi
Why knit socks?
Ever been asked by a well-meaning relative or friend "Why bother to knit socks?"  Here are some possible answers! Read more...
Ease-y Socks: Picking the Right Size in a Pattern - Wabi Sabi
Ease-y Socks: Picking the Right Size in a Pattern
How do you tell what size to pick in a sock pattern?  This quick tutorial will make sure you're on the right track. Read more...
A quick history of socks - Wabi Sabi
A quick history of socks
Interested in sock history?  This brief summary will help you understand a bit about the important role sock knitting has played through the ages. Read more...
Raindrop Heel Socks Calculator - Wabi Sabi
Raindrop Heel Socks Calculator
This calculator will help you figure out the the numbers you need to make a custom-fit pair of socks with no need for math on your part with any sock... Read more...