My Funny Valentine
This charming lace and cable sock pattern draws inspiration from the nostalgic, homemade valentines of yesteryear. Featuring intricate beading, delicate lace, and whimsical cable designs, these socks are adorned with playful cut-out hearts, making them a delightful addition to your knitting repertoire. Whether you’re looking for a unique gift or a special treat for yourself, these socks embody the spirit of love and creativity.
Materials Required: To create these enchanting socks, you will need two 100g skeins of sock yarn, plus additional lace edging yarn. If you opt for a contrasting color for your lace cuff (highly recommended for an eye-catching effect), be sure to have approximately 50g of sock-weight yarn on hand. Alternatively, if you prefer to use the same color throughout, simply account for that additional amount in your yarn calculations.
Additionally, prepare about 1 yard (or 1 meter) of 3/8 inch (1 cm) wide ribbon—either grosgrain or a smooth finish works beautifully—and 75 to 90 seed beads that are large enough to thread easily onto your lace cuff yarn choice. These elements will elevate the overall aesthetic of your handmade treasures.
Skills Needed: This pattern is ideal for knitters with a solid foundation in lace knitting, as it features a design worked on both sides with no rest rows. Experience in sock construction and cabling techniques is also strongly recommended to successfully navigate this pattern. The combination of these advanced skills will lead to beautiful, complex socks that will impress both the wearer and the admirer.
Exclusive Access: Please note that this delightful pattern is exclusively available to members of the Claire Ellen Sock Club until August 2014. Join the club today to gain access to this unique pattern and explore other special projects designed with creativity and love in mind.
Embrace your knitting passion and create a pair of these evocative lace and cable socks that celebrate the joy of homemade gifts—your hands and heart will do the talking with every stitch!
