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By Kate Atherley

Whether you knit them toe-up or top-down, getting just the right fit on hand knit socks can be a major challenge! In Custom Socks, Kate Atherley sets out to teach knitters of all levels the skills and tools they need to understand sock fit, and to knit a pair of socks that fit properly. 

So go ahead and treat yourself to these 15 original sock patterns that are easily customizable and work with any needle configuration. Your feet will thank you!

High-quality cross stitch Aida fabric woven from 100% cotton yarn. Gold Standard Aida is up to 33% heavier so it can be stitched without a hoop if one desires.

Colour: White

Size: 14ct 30.5 x 45.7cm / 12in x 18in

High-quality cross stitch Aida fabric woven from 100% cotton yarn. Gold Standard Aida is up to 33% heavier so it can be stitched without a hoop if one desires.

Colour: White

Size: 16ct 38 x 45.7cm / 15in x 18in

High-quality cross stitch Aida fabric woven from 100% cotton yarn. Gold Standard Aida is up to 33% heavier so it can be stitched without a hoop if one desires.

Colour: White

Size: 16ct 50.8 x 61cm / 20in x 24in

DMC Darner Needles are 2” – 2 ¹⁄₂” long and made of premium grade nickel plated steel. DMC Art. 1769/2.

Perfect for embroidering heavier fabrics than linen or cotton. Great for denim, multi-layered fabric, and more.

Nickel plated steel

A soft thread made from 100% long staple Egyptian cotton and double mercerized to give it brilliant sheen. This superior quality thread is perfect for stitching on all types of fabric. It is comprised of 6 size 25 easily separated strands, allowing you to adjust the thickness of your stitching by using a different number of strands. 100% colorfast and fade resistant. Made in France. Great for cross-stitch, all types of embroidery, needlepoint, smocking, scrapbooking and much more.

A soft thread made from 100% long staple Egyptian cotton and double mercerized to give it brilliant sheen. This superior quality thread is perfect for stitching on all types of fabric. It is comprised of 6 size 25 easily separated strands, allowing you to adjust the thickness of your stitching by using a different number of strands. 100% colorfast and fade resistant. Made in France. Great for cross-stitch, all types of embroidery, needlepoint, smocking, scrapbooking and much more.

Numbers 4025 - 4240

A multi-coloured thread with an over-dyed effect made from 100% long staple Egyptian Cotton and double mercerized to give it brilliant sheen. Comprised of 6 size 25 easily separated strands, allowing you to adjust the thickness of your stitching by using a different number of strands. The thread is 100% colorfast, fade resistant, and offers guaranteed colour consistency from one skein to another. Each skein has a blend of soft multi-colors that flow seamlessly into one another along the length of the thread. Made in France. Great for cross-stitch, all types of embroidery, needlepoint, smocking, scrapbooking and much more. DMC Art. 417F

Numbers 4500 - 4523

Coloris is a multi-colored embroidery floss composed of a blend of four DMC floss colors in a single thread. Coloris is an innovative range of six strand cotton thread bursting with colour and vibrancy. Achieve stunning results quickly and easily with these threads that change colour every 5cm – colours which are perfectly complemented to create fabulous results. Available in 24 colours, each skein is 8 metres and is suitable for cross stitch or embroidery. DMC Art. 517

A soft thread made from 100% long staple Egyptian cotton and double mercerized to give it brilliant sheen. This superior quality thread is perfect for stitching on all types of fabric. It is comprised of 6 size 25 easily separated strands, allowing you to adjust the thickness of your stitching by using a different number of strands. 100% colorfast and fade resistant. Made in France. Great for cross-stitch, all types of embroidery, needlepoint, smocking, scrapbooking and much more.

A soft thread made from 100% long staple Egyptian cotton and double mercerized to give it brilliant sheen. This superior quality thread is perfect for stitching on all types of fabric. It is comprised of 6 size 25 easily separated strands, allowing you to adjust the thickness of your stitching by using a different number of strands. 100% colorfast and fade resistant. Made in France. Great for cross-stitch, all types of embroidery, needlepoint, smocking, scrapbooking and much more.

A soft thread made from 100% long staple Egyptian cotton and double mercerized to give it brilliant sheen. This superior quality thread is perfect for stitching on all types of fabric. It is comprised of 6 size 25 easily separated strands, allowing you to adjust the thickness of your stitching by using a different number of strands. 100% colorfast and fade resistant. Made in France. Great for cross-stitch, all types of embroidery, needlepoint, smocking, scrapbooking and much more. DMC Art. 117

Light Effects Floss. A glistening metallic thread that will add reflective qualities and sparkle to any needlework or craft project. Made from 100% polyester fibers, it is comprised of 6 size 25 easily separated strands. Thread will glide through your fabric easier than most other metallic-type threads. Made in France. Ideal for accent stitching, needlepoint, embroidery, cross stitch and holiday projects. DMC ART #317W.

Satin Floss. A shiny radiant thread made from 100% rayon fibers that brings exceptional beauty and sheen to all stitching projects. Satin Floss is the shiniest DMC thread available and it glides easily through fabric. Satin Floss is comprised of 6 size 25 easily separated strands, allowing you to adjust the thickness of your stitching by using a different number of strands. Ideal for creating surface embroidery stitches which reflect light beautifully. DMC Art #1008F.

Made of beautiful hard woods, our hand carved Shawl Pins make for a stylish accessory on shawls, open front cardigans and luxurious scarves. Natural wax finish. Shawl Pins are approximately 3" wide, Sticks are 4.5-5.5" long.

Note that this is a handmade item, and sizes and shaping may vary slightly from the sample shown.

Estelle Double Knit is part of our classic workhorse range. With its easy care blend and lighter gauge, it’s a great choice for baby items, shawls, accessories and all-season garments.

Machine wash in cold water on gentle cycle, and lay flat to dry.

Fibre: 50% Acrylic, 40% Wool, 10% Nylon

Weight: DK

Yardage: 250m/273yds per 100g

Due to the nature of hand-dyed yarn, skeins can differ slightly both between and within dye lots. Alternating skeins is recommended.

While we do my best to both capture and portray accurate colourways, please note that there may be differences due to monitors.

Despite fully exhausting, washing and rinsing all skeins, to remove excess dye, some bleeding may still occur. Hand washing yarn is recommended - in cold water to limit the bleeding - and lay flat to dry.

Eucalan’s Lavender and Grapefruit Delicate Wash is scented using the essential oil of lavender and grapefruit. Known for its natural moth and flea inhibiting with antiseptic properties, this is a versatile wash for all fibres. The lanolin enriched formula naturally conditions fibres to keep static away.

Use Eucalan before storing garments away for any period of time. Cleans all fibre gently without scouring. Contains no detergents or phosphates and is low sudsing. Eucalan is completely biodegradable and free of any animal testing.

Save time, water, and money - no rinsing is required!

Lanolin is a natural conditioner: it reduces static in natural and synthetic fibres and it helps to control wrinkles.

Eucalan’s Lavender and Grapefruit Delicate Wash is scented using the essential oil of lavender and grapefruit. Known for its natural moth and flea inhibiting with antiseptic properties, this is a versatile wash for all fibres. The lanolin enriched formula naturally conditions fibres to keep static away.

Eucalan provides superb cleaning and conditioning for any fiber! Use Eucalan before storing garments away for any period of time. Cleans all fibre gently without scouring.

Contains no detergents or phosphates and is low sudsing. Eucalan is completely biodegradable and free of any animal testing.

Save time, water, and money - no rinsing is required!

Fair Isle knitting has a timeless appeal, and is celebrated all over the world for its beautiful patterns and distinctive motifs. Using just two colours in each row you can create a myriad of different patterns that are deceptively easy to achieve. In this definitive guide, expert knitting designer and best-selling author Monica Russel teaches you the essential skills of this traditional colourwork technique and provides all the inspiration you need to create stunning Fair Isle patterns of your own.

This book includes a fascinating history of Fair Isle knitting, and takes a close look at the yarns, needles and other tools you need to get started in colourwork. Step-by-step instructions on the key techniques for creating Fair Isle patterns, including choosing colours and using charts, all illustrated with step-by-step photographs, and a stunning collection of pattern swatches and motifs.

Fibre: 75% superwash merino, 25% nylon

Weight: Fingering

Yardage:  436yds per 100g

CANADIAN

Due to the nature of hand-dyed yarn, skeins can differ slightly both between and within dye lots. Alternating skeins is recommended.

While we do my best to both capture and portray accurate colourways, please note that there may be differences due to monitors.

Despite fully exhausting, washing and rinsing all skeins, to remove excess dye, some bleeding may still occur. Hand washing yarn is recommended - in cold water to limit the bleeding - and lay flat to dry.