Perfect DPNs for the Sock Knitter
354402
I love knitting with these fine points.  I had a smattering of sizes in various materials, now I have whatever I need in one handy storage pack.
3674454
these are good vintage sock patterns. was pleased with the book for my kindle. i like knitting socks and do it the classic way with double pointed needles. this book fits the bill.
382243
I'm new to knitting socks so am quite nervous about the circular needles and most importantly- selecting the right yarn and sock knitting patterns. I swore there was no book to teach me how to use double pointed needles, that I needed someone to hold my hand and teach me, but this book changed my mind.
The instructions are easy to read and follow especially with the step by step illustrations. The photography is sharp with a tight focus which really helps because I need visual guide through every step.
The book is covers everything you need to learn; getting the right tools to knit, constructing socks, easy sock patterns and most importantly tips for knitting socks that last long. Emma ignores no details as she anticipates questions as if she is sitting next to you.
So, bring your knitting needles, a yarn of your choice and Emma will get you knitting gorgeous socks in no time!
4025496
I love this book.  I am a new knitter and thought socks were going to be impossible.  Not with this book.  I like that she gives you basic yarn weights instead of specific yarns.  You can't always find those "specialty" yarns that most patterns tell you to use.  I have made at least 20 pairs of socks and slippers since I got this book....highly recommended to new knitters.
3050347
These needles are my favorite circulars for knitting socks. They have a quality that no matter whether one coils the needle for storage, the circular part of the needle springs back to its normal configuration.  I use the wedge heel when I turn the heel.  The way that the needle springs back keeps the needle in position but doesn't interfere with knitting the heel flap on double point straight needles.  The instep portion is then in position to pickup and continue to form the wedge part.  Love them.  I've been knitting socks for over 30 years. Best I've found. I think I've tried them all.
1560790
I have only begun knitting less than a year ago, but I'm quick to learn and use wherever on the internet and books I can to learn more.  I was struck with awe at some of these sock patterns, and I have knitted one pair.  A truly comfortable and cute pair!  I've even adapted the double padded socks for a heal guard sock for some new shoes that caused me some serious blisters!

The designers were smart too; They incorporated a spiral into the hardcover!  How brilliant!
I do indeed recommend this lovely collection.  I can't wait to keep knitting them!
16198
These needles are a dream come true. The tapered points are perfect and I haven't had any problems with splitting the sock yarn. The yarn glides smoothly from the needle onto the cable and back again. I am so happy to use these needles everytime I pick up my project! I purchased two size 1 needles to knit my socks with light fingering weight yarn.
1397904
Cables Untangled: An Exploration of Cable Knitting is a blockbuster of a book and a must-have for every knitter's library. If you like to knit cables - or want to learn to knit them - this is the book for you. It has information on how to knit cables as well as a stash of great patterns that will have you salivating to get started right away. Besides the patterns, there is a very useful cable stitch dictionary and a list of resources for knitters.

The patterns are wonderful!!!!! I love the Simple Hat and Scarf Set knit in a soft pink hue with Classic Elite Cashmere yarn. Of course, if you are not into pink, like me, this can be knit in a whole different palette. There is a section called 'Accents for the Home' and in it there are patterns to make your home more wonderful than it already is by adding your creative flavor. The Aran-Style Afghan is just great for a chilly evening and is knit with Norwegian Spirit/Sandnes Garn's Alfa superwash. It is shown in an off-white ivory, the traditional aran color and its size is 52" x 68" plus fringe. The Harvest Tweed Afghan is my favorite afghan in the book. It is knit in a orange tweed colorway and uses Classic Elite Gatsby yarn. The size is 48" x 68" excluding the fringe. The Sampler Afghan calls to me. (By now, you must have picked up that I'm an afghan lover). It is knit in a soft blue and utilizes Classic Elite Montera. I've knit with Montera before and it's soft, pliable and a joy to work with. The finished measurement is 52 x68".

There is a section called Clothing for Women and it contains some beautiful pieces. I wish I could have them all but my pocketbook will say 'no' at some point. I love the Tweed Pullover in a blue/white tweed, knit with Westminster Fibers/Rowan's Scottish Tweed DK. The sizing is for real women - small to 2X. I hate those knitting books that only go up to a size 38. Let's get real. Most of us are a bit bigger than that.

The section called Gifts for Your Lucky Friends and Family has a wide array of patterns that will be hard to part with once they're knit up. The Man's Intertwined Cables Pullover is a beauty. It's knit in a heathered blue with Cascade Yarns Cascade worsted weight. The little girl's Crewneck Pullover is just as viable for boys as for girls. It's knit with Westminster Fibers/Jaeger's Baby Merino and goes from size 2 up through size 8. I know my husband will love the Man's Tweed Pullover knit in a golden colorway with Westminster Fibers/Rowan's Yorkshire Tweed DK. There are flecks of blue, white and brown in the tweed and it looks just stunning.

Overall, this book is out and out wonderful, one that I know I will use a lot. When I purchase a knitting book I ask myself three questions:

Are the patterns ones that I will use?

Are the patterns easy to read?

Is the book a good resource?

The answer to all three of these questions is a resounding 'YES'. Do yourself a favor and get a copy of this book and start knitting.
418124
These are awesome needles!  I used them to learn to knit socks, and I love that you can choose whether you need a point or a blunt tip; and the colors make it easy when getting instruction.
4029641
This is a very good book for a beginning sock knitter with very clear 'how to's'. It also is a great reference for experienced sock knitters.
1280795
This book grew on me, the more I got into sock-knitting. In part, that is because it is definitely for the intermediate-to-expert sock knitter, not for the beginner. When I first got it, I read through the patterns and realized that there was nothing in there that I could actually hope to keep track of in a moving car, and nothing that I could finish in one trip even if I could keep track of it. However, once I got more into sock knitting, and started doing socks on circular needles and on a generic pattern, I realized that I could incorporate pieces of these patterns into my generic socks, making them faster than the patterns as written, but fancier than a plain sock. Although the patterns call for DP needles, most of them can easily be transferred to circular needles (except for the toes, of course). In addition, while a heel-flap heel is easier to do on DP needles, and that's what these patterns call for, there's absolutely no reason you couldn't substitute a short-row heel for many of these patterns, short-row heels being remarkable fast and easy on circular needles. Since short-row heels don't have the extended decreases in the gusset area, this short-cut isn't suitable for socks that call for fancy stitching in the gusset, but it's fine for anything that mainly has the design on the cuff/leg.

The pictures in this book are great - my fingers can feel the softness of some of those yarns just from looking at them. And the book includes an EXTREMELY handy chart listing numerous brands of sock yarns, by weight, so that you can substitute one yarn for another simply by picking one that has the same gauge from the chart.

One caution: if you aren't good at reading in cars, and aren't experienced at knitting in moving vehicles, this isn't the place to start. In that case, you'd want to regard your socks-to-be as a project that fits easily into your suitcase, for working on in your hotel or while lounging around; the small size of sock projects makes them easier to pack than, say, an afghan-in-progress. So even if you don't knit in the car (or on the bus, train, or airplane), these are still good projects for travel.

And then, many people who can't manage DP needles while on the road, can manage circular needles, so once you've learned one of the circular techniques (I prefer the 12" circular needle, no loops), you may be able to knit while watching the mileage markers roll by. I must say, this book is definitely more interesting than most of the scenery on Interstate 35!
831580
Very nicely knitted from good quality yarn. The planet decorations are woven, or knitted, and not just printed on.  Good amount of stretch, and great fit for women's size 7 1/2 or 8 USA.  We don't wear shoes inside the house, and these socks are comfortable without being too thick.
4272744
I'm got these to start knitting 2 socks at a time.  Before purchasing theses needles I was all about using my double points.  The long length on this cord is great for judy's magic loop method.  I like how light weight these needles are and I don't have to worry about breaking them like I do my wood double points. The soft flexible cord is really nice and I never find myself fighting with it as I have with cheaper circulars. My only complaint with this product is that when using judy's magic loop method on these needles your work will sometimes catch on the edge of the needles where they connect with the cord.  You just have to be more careful when pulling the needles through your project. But I've found this an issue with a lot of circular needles at both a higher and lower price point.  That said I love knitting with these and I haven't felt the need to go back to using my double points.  I purchased in a size 2
1587356
Nice variant of an argyle sock. Warm on winter nights when outside for short periods. Perfect thickness to wear with casual dress shoes. I like the lifetime warranty this USA(Vermont) manufacturer provides. Sized correctly.
4434056
These are great for what I used them for, knitting small socks on the go.  At first I felt like I was knitting with toothpicks but the simplicity and compact nature of the needles makes traveling with small projects in my purse easier than double-pointed needles. The bamboo is smooth, the join does not snag, and the tips nicely pointed. I am very satisfied with this purchase.
1368374
Two of the patterns, Drip Candles and Entrelac Socks have become favorites with me.  Both are grand examples of ways to turn the extra bits of sock yarn leftovers into wonderful gifts.
The Forgettable socks are super fast and super fun.  This book is full of interesting patterns that are unlike any others.
Not only do I own the book, I will buy it again when it comes out digitally (hint, hint).
1469952
These needles are great. They're inexpensive and made out of a hard wood (not the some of the soft wooden ones that lose their points after a while). I also like that this brand is color coded by size. They don't have any circulars that are short enough for socks and mittens so I've only used the double pointed needles. There are a lot of great knitting needles out there and I already have a lot of sizes but if you're just building your needle inventory the color coding is a great feature and the needles themselves are high quality.