I Can't Believe I'm Crocheting Socks (Leisure Arts #5263) by Karen Ratto-Whooley teaches how to make comfortable, attractive socks for the family. Karen tells how to pick the right yarn and supplies, how to make sure your socks fit properly, and how socks can be constructed. You' ll find two patterns in men's sizes, five in women's sizes, and two that fit older children as well as women. The handy guide will speed you on your way to creating these soft accessories for pampered feet. It won't be long before you hear yourself say, I can't believe I'm crocheting socks! 9 Patterns include Basic Cuff-Down Socks, Basic Toe-Up Socks, Ankle Socks, Cabled Socks, Cobblestone Socks, Lace Socks, Ribbed Cuff Socks, Ripple Socks, and Tube Socks.
Karen Whooley learned to crochet from her Italian grandmother at age 7 in 1974. In two hours she was literally "hooked". Never quite happy with the way a pattern was designed; she would always adjust something to suit her needs, or create her own. In 1998, Karen started designing and selling patterns at the urging of another well known crochet designer she met through an online crochet list. Since then she has had patterns published by a variety of magazines and books.
Karen is also a nationally recognized Crochet Instructor, and her classes include a wide range from basic crochet to advanced techniques which include several different types of media in crochet.
A California native, Karen resides in the Seattle, Washington area with her husband and two children. She is inspired by the lush environment and the creative art of her home state.
