{"product_id":"toe-up-socks-workshop-with-angela","title":"Toe Up Socks Workshop with Angela","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall Quarter Session:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNov  24 -- 6:00-8:00 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHave you knit socks and ever wonder what it is like to knit them from the Toe Up? Have you tried to knit toe up socks and felt it was awkward? Have you ever wanted to knit a pair of socks with leftover sock yarn but worried you would run out of yarn?  This sock class is perfect for those who would like to add a new skill to their sock knitting library or challenge themselves to use a small amount of yarn!. Fabulous for those new to the world of sock knitting or those of you who are interested in learning new sock knitting skills, this class will provide hands-on guidance and foundational skills you'll need to take the mystery out of knitting a toe up socks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Highlights (skills you will learn)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Explaining the possibility of  using a 2 needles or magic loop for the toe of the sock to account \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnatomy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of a Sock: Familiarize yourself with a simple sock pattern, and challenges that will arise when tackling socks toe-up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReading a Sock Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Break down the Rising up Socks pattern to understand its structure and instructions, and how this applies to the fit of the finished sock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCable Techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Look at using ssks, k2tog, and p2tog stitches to create the toe of the sock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTips and Troubleshooting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Discuss common challenges faced by beginners and learn practical tips to overcome them. We will also discuss ways to help with the fit of the finished sock. . \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the end of this class, participants will have a solid understanding of knitting a sock toe up and the benefits of choosing this sock knitting method. Hopefully, with a bit of practice, you will be knitting them confidently. Whether you're knitting for yourself or as a heartfelt gift, this class will set you on a path to creating beautiful wearable art that fits comfortably. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkills you already need to have:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students must have basic sock knitting experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials to bring to class:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern: Rising Up Socks pattern by Denise DeSantis from her book \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/danceswithwoolrva.com\/products\/no-fear-sock-knitting?variant=45848172134553\u0026amp;_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=fc7c6f63f\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNo Fear Sock Knitting\u003c\/a\u003e: Take the worry out of knitting socks with this beginner's guide, available in-store or on our website\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingering weight sock yarn 100g this pattern looks best in any yarn, if this is your first time knitting toe-up socks, you may find a lighter colored yarn easier to work on\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeedles: appropriate for your yarn,, I recommend US 1 or a US 1.5 or  2 if you are a tight knitter. Participants can choose Magic Loop, DPNs, Flexi-needles Or 9” circulars. Please note: If using 9” circulars, you will want to have a second 9” or 12” circular to knit your socks on. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNotions: Stitch markers, ruler, tapestry needle, scissors, etc. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dances With Wool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48350415683737,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/4855\/2089\/files\/Screenshot2026-07-22110413.png?v=1784732678","url":"https:\/\/danceswithwoolrva.com\/products\/toe-up-socks-workshop-with-angela","provider":"Dances With Wool","version":"1.0","type":"link"}