{"product_id":"class-sock-it-to-me-sunday-oct-18-12-2pm","title":"Class: Sock Machine Magic – From Tube to Finished Socks (Sunday, Oct 18; 12-2pm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEver wondered how sock machines work?\u003c\/strong\u003e In this hands-on class, you'll get to experience the magic of machine-knit socks and learn how to turn a simple knitted tube into a finished pair!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoann, our sock machine wizard, will provide a sock-machine-knit tube, and together we'll explore how to customize it to fit, determine the placement for your heels and toes, and use the afterthought heel and toe method to transform the tube into a wearable pair of socks. You'll learn how to cut into your knitted fabric, pick up stitches, shape your heels and toes, and finish your socks with techniques you can use on future projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're curious about sock machines or looking to add a new construction method to your sock-knitting toolkit, this class will help you take your sock skills in a new direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e This class is for experienced sock knitters. You must be comfortable with knitting, purling, SSK, K2tog, and the Kitchener stitch. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePrevious experience knitting socks is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You'll Learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn introduction to machine-knit sock tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to determine heel and toe placement for a proper fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to cut into a knitted tube and prepare it for finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to pick up stitches and construct afterthought heels and toes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to shape and finish your socks using traditional hand-knitting techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTips and techniques for finishing a pair of socks with an afterthought heel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials Needed – Purchase Separately:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 400 yards of fingering-weight sock yarn, wound into a cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircular needles in US Size 1 or 1.5, or double-pointed needles in your preferred style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn additional set of US Size 1 or 1.5 double-pointed needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall, sharp scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour yarn must be purchased or delivered to the shop by \u003cstrong\u003enoon on the Friday before class\u003c\/strong\u003e so your sock tube can be prepared.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSock tubes will be available in either 64 or 72 stitches. Please indicate your preferred stitch count when registering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou may use a contrasting sock yarn for your heels and toes if you'd like to add a little extra color to your finished socks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you're making socks for someone else, please bring their shoe size and a paper tracing of their foot to help determine appropriate heel and toe placement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited to 8 participants to ensure plenty of individual instruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded with Registration:\u003c\/strong\u003e One machine-knit sock tube, provided by the instructor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Instructions and links to helpful YouTube videos will be provided as a reference for the afterthought heel techniques covered in class. Participants should be familiar with the required knitting techniques before attending.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flax \u0026 Fiber Yarn Collective","offers":[{"title":"64\"","offer_id":50633270689849,"sku":"CLSS-SCKMCHN-JT-101826-64","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"72\"","offer_id":50633270722617,"sku":"CLSS-SCKMCHN-JT-101826-72","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/5015\/5833\/files\/SockMachine.jpg?v=1790969391","url":"https:\/\/www.flaxandfiberyarnco.com\/products\/class-sock-it-to-me-sunday-oct-18-12-2pm","provider":"Flax \u0026 Fiber Yarn Collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}