Lion Brand Yarn: Just Socks: Favorite Patterns to Knit and Crochet [Paperback]

Lion Brand (Author)

Book Description

Series: Lion Brand Yarn | Publication Date: June 19, 2007

Plain and functional, the average sock is more necessary than accessory. But Lion Brand Yarn: Just Socks transforms this often overlooked footwear into a personal statement with patterns for unique socks like colorful Autumn Roadside Socks, Fair Isle Heart Socks, and toasty Moccasin Slippers. Anything but basic, these socks are fun to make and fun to wear. Just Socks features:

• projects for women, men, and children
• 30 original designs to knit and crochet
• easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams
• colorful photographs and clear illustrations

Ranging in skill level from simple to challenging, and varying in stitches and styles, these innovative designs teach both knitters and crocheters how to make socks with personality and provide a fun and interesting challenge.

Lion Brand Yarn's Just . . . series features a wide variety of portable and popular projects. Edited by experts at this venerable institution, these single-subject books appeal to knitters and crocheters of all levels of expertise. Other titles in this series include Lion Brand Yarn: Just Bags, Lion Brand Yarn: Just Gifts, Lion Brand Yarn: Just Hats, Lion Brand Yarn: Just Scarves, and Lion Brand Yarn: Just Wraps.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

In addition to her writing, editing, and designing, Shannon Okey also owns an online shop that sells artisan-made items and has appeared on several television shows, including Crafters Coast to Coast, Uncommon Threads, and Knitty Gritty. Shannon lives in Cleveland, Ohio, where she coordinates the local branch of the national craft show Bazaar Bizarre.

Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Potter Craft (June 19, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0307345955
• ISBN-13: 978-0307345950
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 0.4 x 7.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #437,022 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Shannon Okey is a designer and the author, co-author or editor of many fiber arts-related books, including Knitgrrl, Knitgrrl 2, The Knitgrrl Guide to Professional Knitwear Design, Spin to Knit, Felt Frenzy, Crochet Style, Just Socks, Just Gifts, AlterNation, The Pillow Book, How to Knit in the Woods, the second edition of Knitting For Dummies and Alt Fiber. She is currently working on a number of new publishing projects.

Okey is the former editor of UK-based monthly knitting magazine Yarn Forward, and also wrote a column for knit.1 magazine. She owns Knitgrrl Studio, a workshop/studio space in Cleveland, has appeared on several crafty TV shows, including Knitty Gritty, Uncommon Threads, Crafters Coast To Coast and Knitting Daily TV. She teaches all over the world. (You've never had fun til you've tried to teach drop spindle spinning on a cruise ship that's lurching from side to side!)

For the latest news on Shannon and her books, check out her Knitgrrl website which includes her teaching and events schedule, as well as information on upcoming projects.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Cool Sock Patterns..., September 29, 2007

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navymezzo (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews

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....but not ideal for someone new to knitting socks. As a first-time sock knitter, I found the patterns confusing, and had to find videos explaining how to turn the heel, pick up stitches, etc. For someone who knows their way around knitting/crocheting socks, however, this book has some really cute patterns!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Knitted sock patterns, October 17, 2007

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JT "Jt" (Minneapolis, MN United States) - See all my reviews

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One first design I tried was missing some of the pattern. I hope the rest are more complete. I expected more from Lion Brand Yarns.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars a review for the crocheters, July 24, 2008

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Patricia R. Andersen "redheaded booklover" (MD USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lion Brand Yarn: Just Socks: Favorite Patterns to Knit and Crochet (Paperback)

I like Lion Brand yarns and their crochet patterns. I'm not a knitter, so the knit patterns have no interest for me (just the same as knitters who don't crochet wouldn't be interested in a crochet pattern). Out of the 30 patterns that are given, 6 patterns are for crochet.
But I have made the one pattern (Joan's socks) at least 3 times to rave reviews. The pattern is clear and concise and easy to understand even if you never made socks before. I learned how to turn a sock heel and it wasn't as hard as I had thought it would be. I have not tried the other crochet patterns yet, but the Christmas stocking pattern looks interesting. I think it's possible the knitted Christmas stocking and the crocheted Christmas stocking photos were reversed - at least that's how it looks to me.
Some of these patterns have appeared on the back of various Lion Brand yarn wrappers. Some are free on the Lion Brand website. You may (or may not) want to search there to see if the patern is what you would like.
I bought the book mostly for the Joan's crocheted socks pattern. Yes, I do have a paper copy of it but it's getting smeary and ratty looking. Since I plan to make some more of those socks, I needed a better/cleaner copy. Plus I am definitely planning to make at least one Christmas stocking. I can make it in any color I wish since I have the pattern - maybe purple and gold?
I recommend this book because it breaks down to about $2 a pattern for the crocheters. If you knit, obviously, you have a lot more choices. But $2 a pattern is really not a bad price. There are other crochet sock books available, too.