Wednesday, May 02, 2007

Gentleman Socks for a Lady!

pattern: free Gentleman Socks by Kristi
yarn: online Supersocke 100 Summer - color 789, 45% cotton, 40% wool, 15% polyamide
needle: 2.25mm DP
Gauge: 6 1/2 sts = 1", 10 rows = 1"
destination: my feet
modifications: I used only the stitch pattern, the heel and toe construction are my basic sock knitting construction. I knit the leg part only 6", that's what I do for summer socks. My winter warm socks I knit 8 inches.

The stitch pattern is easy, still I managed to screw it up now and then, so I had to tink back from time to time. I love how it looks, but I don't think I'll use it again any time soon.




Mr. Pumpkin is still alive and kicking! ;o)






I'm participating in the Walker Treasury Project, which was a wonderful idea by Nicole . The following two swatches are my contribution so far. I think even swatches can be beautiful.



I made this swatch with self dyed yarn. Easter egg colores, yellow and green.

This swatch I knit first and dyed it later, Easter egg colors as well.
That's all.
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21 comments:

  1. DaveMay 02, 2007 8:35 a.m.

    I love those socks -- what a great colour!

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  2. AnonymousMay 02, 2007 8:54 a.m.

    yippee!!!!
    The socks are beautiful! You sure did finish them quick.
    Your swatches are also yummy, love the pattern.

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  3. Sue J.May 02, 2007 9:23 a.m.

    Gorgeous socks!

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  4. Tracy PurtscherMay 02, 2007 9:29 a.m.

    Such happy colors today!

    Um, Monika darling...I hate to break this to you but Mr. Pumpkin isn't really live anymore, but that's ok he still looks good! :-)

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  5. AnonymousMay 02, 2007 10:12 a.m.

    Adorable socks, thanks for the link!!

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  6. PlatypusMay 02, 2007 10:31 a.m.

    Wow, das gelb-grüne ist echt super, genau meine Farbe! Wahnsinn! Danke übrigens fürs brave kommentieren, da freut sich das Bloggerherz! *gg*

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  7. AnonymousMay 02, 2007 10:39 a.m.

    LOVE the socks!!! Gorgeous colors! Your swatches are really nice, too.

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  8. MikiMay 02, 2007 11:51 a.m.

    I absolutely love your swatches.........the collor effects complement the patterns beautifuly. Your socks are an inspiration, I actually started to knit because I want to knit socks, lots of socks. 'Course, I haven't knitted one yet, but I do admire yours!
    Micaela

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  9. AnonymousMay 02, 2007 1:54 p.m.

    I think I'd love Heike too! (Yes, I'm like 5 posts behind on you!)

    Those socks are gorgeous. That looks like the twisted stitch pattern I did my pink shawl in. After the first 4 feet, it got easy. ;)

    Oooh, pretty swatches! I love that BGW site. It's so nice to see the swatches in color.

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  10. AnonymousMay 02, 2007 3:34 p.m.

    I LOVE them!

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  11. TracyKMMay 02, 2007 3:46 p.m.

    How summery!
    My mother kept a little pumpkin from last fall. My daughter (4) saw it in the basement in March, and I told her Grandma must be Cinderella, LOL.

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  12. ElinorMay 02, 2007 3:46 p.m.

    Those socks are really nice!!! Your blog photos today are so cheery. Thanks! :-)

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  13. hakuchoMay 02, 2007 5:05 p.m.

    I really love those socks :) Such a pretty color...is that still your pumpkin from the fall? I can't believe it's still here. That is one sturdy pumpkin ;)

    Your swatches are beautiful I love trying new stitches :)

    happy knitting :)

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  14. AnonymousMay 02, 2007 5:54 p.m.

    Yep - #789 - we have twin sock yarns, but yours is made into gorgeous socks and mine is still in the skein.
    The swatches are beautiful....what a nice bright summer post today!

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  15. megMay 03, 2007 1:36 p.m.

    absolutely love the socks and swatches. what colors!

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  16. StephanieMay 03, 2007 4:12 p.m.

    I absolutely love your orange Gentleman's socks! The yarn is gorgeous and works well with the pattern. Very autumn-y feel to the socks even without the pumpkin next to them. ;)

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  17. VioliknitMay 03, 2007 10:16 p.m.

    Very pretty socks, and I love those vibrant green swatches! (I had to toss my pumpkin last month, finally)

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  18. AnonymousMay 05, 2007 2:53 a.m.

    I can't believe the speed with which you're knitting - this is highly impressive! And once more, what a gorgeous pair of socks - the colourway is fantastic, and so is the pattern!

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  19. AnonymousMay 05, 2007 3:43 p.m.

    Waaaow,lovely colours and nice socks...A lot of adorable socks beneath also :)

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  20. T-MomMay 06, 2007 8:21 p.m.

    Gorgeous socks! I love the colors!

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  21. Life's a StitchMay 07, 2007 10:47 a.m.

    I just bought three of the Walker books. I had no idea what I was missing without them. I'll look into that knit along, thanks for the link,
    Li

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