Aphasia by Deborah Tomasello
Aphasia is so named because I am at a loss for words to describe this stunning, self-reflexive pattern. I was going for something hypnotic--an optical illusion of sorts. I got mania, I think! I love it. So much fun to knit, I actually knitted both of them! I will be working this into mitts and a hat, too, I believe. Of course, the knitter can make both socks the same and can change the colors to suit. This goes down, henceforth, as one of my faves! Teen and Women's Medium (Make larger by increasing needle size to 4 or ? Materials: 1 ball each of KnitPicks Palette: Canary and Celestial One long circular needle, two circular needles, or 5 DPNs, size #3 (for Med) stitch marker tapestryneedle Gauge: 30 stitches and 30 rounds = 4” on #3 needles Abbreviations: K2TOG= knit 2 stitches together SSK= slip one stitch, then slip the next. Insert left needle into the front loops of the slipped stitches and knit them together from this position Instructions: Socks are worked top-down.
LEG:
With circular needle or DPNs, CO 64 sts using Canary. (16 sts on each of 4 DPNs). Join to work in round, placing marker and being careful not to twist stitches (if using a circ needle). Knit 12-15 rounds 2x2 rib. After ribbing, begin following either Chart A or B, inc 2 sts on needle 2 or 3 as you work 3 chart repeats across 66 sts. Follow Chart for 60 rounds. NOTE: Remember to create floats every 2 or 3 sts. on socks so toes don't get caught when putting on the sock!
HEEL:
No more gussets! This pattern features Cat Bordhi's ingenious Sweet Tomato Heel (STH). Cat Bordhi developed her STH over many months, working closely with over a hundred test knitters of all skill levels. During this time she distilled her illustrations and explanations again and again, until her test knitters and tech editor agreed the instructions were as clear and perfect as possible. In order to be sure that her work is not misrepresented, Cat asks that designers who wish to use her heel in their patterns send their readers directly to her free videos as well as to purchasing links for her eBook, Cat's Sweet Tomato Heel Socks (\$20), and to the eBook's individual patterns (\$6 each). She is encouraged that many knitters have been able to work from the free videos alone; if not, the eBook or individual patterns will give you the detailed instructions, illustrations, and explanations you need. Links: (Copy and paste into your web browser.) Video: Sweet Tomato Heel: http://tinyurl.com/4x4xmp2 Video: Padded Sweet Tomato Heel: http://tinyurl.com/3dayxlt To purchase eBook: http://catbordhi.com/books/cats-sweet-tomato-heel-socks-3/ To purchase individual patterns: http://catbordhi.com/category/patterns/socks/ Once you understand Cat Bordhi's STH, proceed with sock. Follow Cat Bordhi's heel instructions, knitting heel with Canary. Work three wedges on the 32 sts on needles 1 and 4. Work wedges leaving 7 stitch pairs on each side (4 heel sts left unpaired between pairs). Knit according to pattern across the instep stitches between wedges. Be sure to pick up pattern in the right spot first instep will be using the correct part of round 61, the 2nd wedge will use the appropriate part of round 62, and the 3"d wedge will use the appropriate part of round 63. Float Celestail across when starting each wedge so that it is placed at the beginning of the instep when you are ready for it.
FOOT:
Working all sts on circular needle or split evenly on DPNs as with leg, 16 sts on needles 1 and 4, and 18 sts on needles 2 and 3. Work CHART from rounds 64-70 and then from 1-40.
TOE:
Using Canary, decrease for toe as follows: Needle 1: K to last 3 sts of NEEDLE 1, K2TOG, K1 Needle 2: K 1, SSK, knit until the last 3 stitches of NEEDLE 3 Needle 3: K to last 3 sts, K2TOG, K1 Needle 4: K1, SSK knit to last 3 sts of NEEDLE 1 Repeat this until there are 7 sts left on each needle. Place sts from needles 4 and 1 onto one needle (14sts). Place sts from needles 2 and 3 onto another needle (14 sts). Graft the remaining stitches together using Kitchener st, and weave in all ends. Finishing: Tie and weave in or trim all color change ends at beginning and ends of rounds. Wash and block to fit.
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KNITTINGPLANETEARTH:
The Global Knitting Community Speaks Please contribute to this global effort. My idea is to gather experiences from the knitting/crocheting community around the world and compile them into a book. We all have so much in common. It will be fun to read our sisters? and brothers' experiences. If this sounds as fun and interesting to you as it does to me, please write a one-page submission for consideration. Any questions or concerns can be directed to me at CoeDeborah@ aol.com. Private information is voluntary, and I will use it only to contact those whose stories I publish. The submitter may remain anonymous. Either way, the personal info won't be shared or used for any other reason. Thank you so much for being a part of this. Once completed, the e-book will be available as a free download for all Name_ Wish to remain anonymous? Ravelry Name_ Email Address_ Country Phone #_ Write a one-page summary that includes one or more of the following: Why I knit\* What knitting means to me A knitting anecdote-- funny or otherwise (looking for funny or humorous stories) Personal history or story related to the topic Knitting Inspiration Pictures (JPEGs) of your work or anything knitting-related (Please own copyright privileges of anything shown) Knitting Aspirations StashCommentary Unfortunately, I will not be able to use all of the submissions. If I choose to use yours, I will notify you and present you with a permission to publish form for your signature. Thank you, and have fun! Deborah Tomasello Please submit to: CoeDeborah @ aol.com Deborah Tomasello on Ravelry http://www.ravelry.com/groups/colorworksbydebi-deborah-tomasello-designs \* I use the word “knit? to include knitting and/or crocheting
