These socks for my dad are officially off the needles and even though they gave me a hard time while I was knitting them, they're pretty perfect now. A good soak in wool wash until the water ran clear was all it took to set the colour (I hope... I will advise that they wash these only with dark loads the first few times) and now that the 3x1 ribbing is behind me, I can look at these beauties and admire them for what they are: a great colour, a beautiful fabric, and a cozy sock. Dad will love them.
Now to finish this second pair of socks that I've had on the go forever. I've got one purple sock down, and am about 1/4 of my way through the second. I'd like to have these finished by the end of the month so I can start the November TFA KAL fresh!
Oh my! I do love those blue socks but the purple ones are to die for! What a beautiful colour!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to do a pair of 3x1 socks but like you I don't think I'd get them finished. I have a hard enough time with sss as it is.
ReplyDeleteThose socks look fantastic all finished up, hopefully there won't be any more dye leakage. The in-progress pair is even prettier in person!
ReplyDeleteLove your dad's socks!
ReplyDeleteI have yet to try socks, I have dpn phobia, lol.
i know they were a beast to knit, but they sure are lovely! well knit, tanis!
ReplyDeletecongratulations, that must have been a wonderful feeling sewing up that second toe! they are gorgeous socks and your dad will love them :O)
ReplyDeleteYay, you finished them! They look so warm and comfy!!
ReplyDeleteSo lovely! I know how tedious socks can be. I'm just starting the second pair for my father-in-law for Christmas. I say every year how much I hate knitting socks and every year he asks for socks...
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