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The Knitters Thread

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  • cuddles123
    cuddles123 Posts: 1,381 Forumite
    Thanks Errata

    Problem is that with this pattern it isn't obvious until you have done quite a few rows so I would have to unpick everything.

    Its not too bad actually, so I think I'll leave it.
    Just wondered if there is a failsafe way of distinguishing K and P when the stitches are knitted out of order in cable so stretched or twisted?
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  • Errata
    Errata Posts: 38,230 Forumite
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    I think the only failsafe method is to check the right side of the work as you complete each row.
    .................:)....I'm smiling because I have no idea what's going on ...:)
  • Found it - at last!
    http://www.allfiberarts.com/library/bl/blspiralsocks.htm

    These are great for just sitting around, in wellies or as bedsocks. Not so good for wearing with shoes. They would be ideal for toddlers as it doesn't matter how they put them on because there's no fixed heel.

    Can't wait to get some wool and try this pattern.


    Would love to see a pic when you finish? These sound intrigueing!
    No shaping!!!!
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  • cuddles123
    cuddles123 Posts: 1,381 Forumite
    Errata wrote: »
    I think the only failsafe method is to check the right side of the work as you complete each row.

    I have tried to do that Errata, but the pattern is Ensign's Braid, so you need to do quite a few rows before the pattern becomes obvious.

    Think I've been a bit ambitious.
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  • dizzy_lizzie
    dizzy_lizzie Posts: 2,952 Forumite
    cuddles123 wrote: »
    Well I tried basic cable...

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    Quite enjoyed it, so going to try Wrist Warmers with cables now.
    Thanks for the help everyone!

    Love it, well done cuddles :)
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  • cuddles123
    cuddles123 Posts: 1,381 Forumite
    Thanks dizzie lizzie - think I'll stick to simple cable after this!
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  • meanmarie
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    Cuddles....on the row where you dont cable the stitches you will be knitting 4,6 or 8 stitches, so you will just have to purl them on the wrong side after the 'cable' row....if you understand what I am not explaining very well. On the cable you have done already you have 4 stitches which you purl on the wrong side...it will work on the same system however complicated or large the actual cable is...ok I think that I should stop now, before I confuse you any further, sorry

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  • hunnybeanz
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    edited 2 January 2011 at 6:32AM
    Found it - at last!
    http://www.allfiberarts.com/library/bl/blspiralsocks.htm

    These are great for just sitting around, in wellies or as bedsocks. Not so good for wearing with shoes. They would be ideal for toddlers as it doesn't matter how they put them on because there's no fixed heel.

    Can't wait to get some wool and try this pattern.


    http://www.flickr.com/photos/24868783@N05/5314476563/
    5314476563

    Am trying to link a pic... I made one of these earlier, and it's turned out pretty cool. Very good for bedsocks and "round the house" socks!

    Thank you for the link xxxx
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  • cuddles123
    cuddles123 Posts: 1,381 Forumite
    edited 2 January 2011 at 1:08PM
    meanmarie wrote: »
    Cuddles....on the row where you dont cable the stitches you will be knitting 4,6 or 8 stitches, so you will just have to purl them on the wrong side after the 'cable' row....if you understand what I am not explaining very well. On the cable you have done already you have 4 stitches which you purl on the wrong side...it will work on the same system however complicated or large the actual cable is...ok I think that I should stop now, before I confuse you any further, sorry

    Marie

    Thanks for that.
    So I will always be either Knitting or Purling in 4s, 6s or 8s if a cable is eg
    Cr4R P2 Cr4L twice
    Next line will be
    P3. K1, K2, K1, P3 twice so P3 K4 P3 twice. SO NOT 4s 6s or 8s

    Sorry if this seems dim.
    I can follow the cable (odd numbered) rows.
    Even numbered rows just say
    K all K sts and P all P sts
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  • OrkneyStar
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    I have finished the chunky jumper for DS :D. More pics on ravelry!
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