Charade socks

pattern: Charade by Sandra Park

yarn: Brown Sheep Company's Wildfoote
color: Forget Me Not
fiber: 75% washable wool, 25% nylon
needles: Plymouth Bamboo US 1*

My first socks. I looked at a lot of patterns trying to find one that had everything I was looking for in a first-socks pattern. Two rose to the top; Charade won out. I had hoped to do short-row heels instead of flaps (because flaps seem intimidating) but after looking at so many patterns I decided that flaps wouldn't be so difficult and it would be good experience for me to learn how to do it both ways.

I didn't want a totally plain (stockinette) sock but I didn't want a difficult pattern, either, since this is my first sock.

I cast on over 4 needles instead of 3 because both of the top two patterns I picked called for that.

I hope I know what I'm doing!



*I knit loosely and usually have to go down 2 needles sizes to get gauge, so larger needles would probably work for those who don't knit so loosely.

PS. I love that it's so easy to use flickr to look up what others have done with various patterns. I appreciate clear, concise directions but I'm also a very visual person. Seeing examples of this sock inspired me and will help as I progress. Thanks to all who have gone before me and who share their work and expertise! Knitters are the best!