Crochet designer Rohn Strong is the author of Step Into Crochet: Crocheted Sock Techniques--from Basic to Beyond, New Methods for Crochet Socks, and Heritage Collection: WWI & WWII. He is a regular contributor to the Happily Hooked magazine blog and lives in Raleigh, North Carolina.
I am really enjoying this book. You can mix and match all the
different socks to your hearts content.
If you prefer you can just follow the exact patterns and make some
fantastic socks. All the patterns are in written format but charts
are supplied with a repeating pattern. Every sock looks different
and has it's own unique look. Each of the pattern are split into
parts; Cuff, Leg, Heel Flap, Heel Turning,Gusset Foot,Toe. Some of
the sock are toe up and some are cuff down. With each of the parts
being broken down you can take one part from one and one part from
another quiet easily. Each of the socks come in three sizes -small,
medium, large. But with the techniques you could easily alter them
to the exact size you want. Some of the socks have a more feminine
look, like the "Falling Pineapple". Other socks are perfect for
men. Quite a few of the socks are unisex. The socks would make
brilliant Christmas presents, as would the book. I have already
made a pair of socks for my son. They were really easy to make and
I found the instructions very easy to follow. What's even better is
my son loves his new socks. Brilliant value for money and a book
that will be used time and again.
*Crochet Addict UK*
August 2015 Crochet up a selection of twelve pairs of socks with
this useful pattern book. These socks are made using super fine and
fine weight yarns and represent a wide variety of styles and
methods. Why is this book different to other collections of sock
patterns? Because the author in her foreword explains that a good
sock maker needs to be able to adapt the patterns to suit foot
sizes and individual tastes, and this book shows you how to do
this. This is not a book on how to crochet, but usefully at
the back there is a quick stitch guide with small diagrams showing
briefly how stitches are done. There is also a handy chart
converting imperial to metric. The patterns themselves comprise
written instructions and charts, with an easy to read spacious
format.
*Myshelf.com*
Sep 15 This collection of 12 sock designs showcases a number of
techniques including toe-up and cuff-down socks cables and lace
textures. The book starts with a basic sock pattern, allowing
newbies to get the hang of the techniques ease and shaping before
moving onto the intricate designs. There are even Tunisian crochet
and stranded colourwork socks so you're sure to find something new
and challenging no matter what your skill level.
*Inside Crochet*
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