I admit that I have numerous knit patterns just about ready for release but sometimes I can be such a perfectionist that I get stuck and can not release the pattern into the world. As a result I have not published a new pattern in quite a number of months.
I am happy to announce that I am releasing a new sock pattern today, however! Because of the diamonds within diamonds in the pattern, I have named them the Hidden Jewel Socks. In looking through my records, I started writing this pattern over a year ago. While I do keep correcting and revising patterns, this pattern is complex. The written directions span 8 pages with 3 charts. The lace chart extends around the entire leg. As such the stitch count varies slightly from round to round. The diamond pattern also travels down the heel and the instep so as to not abruptly end at the ankle.
While this pattern is challenging, I believe those knitters who are familiar with socks and who are comfortable reading charts will enjoy this sock. After starting, the chart is fairly intuitive and you will probably not need to refer to the chart often. If you are someone who has not knit from lace charts before or who gets easily confused by charts this pattern might cause you more frustration than joy. I would recommend trying the Victorian Lace Socks pattern first.
Because I am thrilled to be releasing my Hidden Jewel Sock pattern into the world, I am offering knitters any one of my patterns at 50% off this week on Ravelry. Just use the promo code HIDDENJEWEL at checkout! Let me know what you think.
In other news, I am enjoying my new sewing machine a lot. I have made a couple more project bags. Now to transfer my ongoing projects from plastic ziplock baggies to beautiful cloth bags!
I am also spinning away on my merino-silk fiber so that I can see what my new fleece looks like spun up into yarn. I have spun the merino-silk into a 2-ply yarn that I am estimating to be about fingering weight. I guess I should do the wrap test to see for sure. Although I still need to wrap it into a hank and wash it. I only have about an ounce and a half to spin so I might be ready to see my Shetland fleece soon. I am also contemplating what I will make with the fleece. Currently I am planning to make a sweater. I am deciding if I would prefer a colorwork or cable design.
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