Knit Beautiful Socks
There is nothing better than slipping on a pair of beautiful hand knit socks. They’re also the perfect project to take with you on-the-go. Whether you’re a seasoned sock knitter, or you’re just dipping a toe into the water, here’s everything you’ll need to make and finish all your sock projects.
Exmoor Sock from Devon mill John Arbon is a hardwearing workhorse yarn, perfect for creating your favourite cozy pair of socks.
A 4-ply/fingering weight yarn with a great drape and incredible softness which is also really hardwearing. Amble is a delightfully luxurious sock yarn with strong eco credentials that perfectly embody the Fibre Co.’s commitment to sustainability.
Rubber needle point protectors are used to secure the stitches on circular knitting needles, and protect the work, bag and any nearby items from being damaged by the needle points. Also suitable for single pointed knitting needles. Pack of four (two purple, two green).
Needle size: 2.0 to 5.0mm
Material: Synthetic rubber
Packaging: Cellophane bag
52 Weeks of Socks is a modern collection of sock patterns from Nordic knitting experts Laine.
What is more special than a pair of hand-knitted socks? Perfect for curling up at home on cosy winter evenings and crisp autumn mornings, or for hiking adventures over spring afternoons and summer nights, knitted socks are the ultimate small luxury. Whether they're a treat for yourself or a heartfelt gift, there's love in every stitch. Knitting is more than just knit, knit, purl. It is a feeling.
This whimsical book contains a beautiful pair of socks for every week of the year. That's 52 sock patterns contributed by 46 leading knitwear designers from across the world, suitable for knitters of all abilities. Each uses different yarns and techniques, including projects with stunning stitch definition and classic slippers for beginners. From sole to toe, these easy-to-follow patterns will sweep you up with stunning photography and styling that evokes the inspiring Nordic landscape and slow living.
52 Weeks of Socks is a book to treasure and return to again and again, not just for weeks but for years to come.
Publisher: Hardie Grant Books
ISBN: 9781743797563
Number of pages: 256
Weight: 950 g
Dimensions: 270 x 215 mm
Hiya Hiya’s flyers are flexible double pointed needles. Their flexibility means that fewer needles are needed in comparison to traditional DPNs, making the knitting process more straightforward.
Two of the needles are used to hold the stitches of your project, while the third is used to knit with. As there are fewer needle transitions, knitting with the HiyaHiya Flyers will be quick and smooth compared to working with multiple straight DPNs.
Flexible cables and seamless joins are teamed with high quality stainless-steel tips to offer strength, with a hollow construction for a lovely lightweight feel.
Length: 8 inches/20cm tip to tip
Three needles per pack.
HiyaHiya's sharp DPNs are perfect for knitters who enjoy the intricacy and precision of a sharp tip, with the exceptional quality that HiyaHiya offers. The HiyaHiya sharp range is the sharpest available on the market.
HiyaHiya's high quality stainless-steel sharp double pointed needles are hollow, giving them a lovely lightweight feel. This does not compromise their strength and durability and they feature HiyaHiya's characteristic tapered points, allowing stitches to glide effortlessly over the needle points - ideal for knitting intricate stitches and lace patterns.
Set of five needles.
HiyaHiya's high quality stainless-steel DPNs are hollow, giving them a lovely lightweight feel, yet strong and perfect for your hand knitted projects. Stitches glide effortlessly over the needle tips enhancing the overall knitting experience! HiyaHiya's steel DPNs contain no nickel coating so are ideal for knitter's with allergies.
Length: 6 inches/15cm
Set of five needles.
Sock blocker in colour anodised aluminium. Ideal for blocking wet socks so they dry to the perfect shape and size. Light weight, ultra-smooth and beautifully rounded.
The Pony sock blocker comes in four sizes, so it’s really easy to pick out the right one for a snug fit.
Please note these sock blockers are sold individually, not in pairs.
Ginger double pointed needles come in a richly coloured warm laminated birchwood that has a traditional look and feel. The tapered points are smoothly honed to perfection for easy knitting and stitch pick ups.
These 15cm double pointed needles are warm to the touch and comfortable in the hand.
Set of six needles.
Square in shape, these unique needles assure a comfortable grip with fatigue-free knitting. The cuboid shape gradually gives way to perfectly tapered brass needle tips. Nova Cubic needles are engineered from hollow brass pipes and then electroplated for a smooth knitting experience.
These 15cm double pointed needles are ideal for knitting small items (such as socks) in the round.
Set of five needles.
Lightweight aluminium double pointed needles from Knit Pro. These 15cm DPNs are colour coded by needle size, and also have the size laser printed for long wear.
Tapered tips and a smooth finish make these needles ideal for sock knitting.
Set of five needles.
West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4ply is made using a blend of wool that includes 35% Bluefaced Leicester for a luxurious feel, with a twist of nylon for added strength. This makes it ideal for projects such as hard-wearing socks, or stylish shawls with fantastic drape and softness.
We stock a range of solid shades as well as self-striping Country Birds shades.
The wool has proudly won ‘Best Sock Yarn’ at the British Knitting and Crochet Awards for several years running.