Purple YO Cable Socks
Posted by Jessica in Finished Objects 2006, Heels, Purple YO Cable Socks, Socks, Toes
(They really are Purple. Dark Purple in fact. I just can’t seem to get a good pic of the color to save my life though.)
Pattern: Yarn Over Cable on p.43 of Sensational Knitted Socks by Charlene Schurch.
Yarn: Cascade Fixation
Needles: Size 3 addi turbos
Knit: 7/11-7/19/2006
Specs: Short row toe and heel from the same book. 7 stitches to the inch using 50 stitches total.
Three words. So. Freekin’. Cute. I don’t know why but I am just totally enamored by these little cables on these oh so stretchy socks! This combination of yarn and pattern worked out really well in my opinion. I thought several times while knitting this that doing this pattern with regular yarn could have been a real pain (you have to psso over two stitches) but with the amazing stretch of fixation it wasn’t a problem. I also decided to give the short row toe and heel another go with these. I think the toe is just fine but I also think the only reason why the short row heel is comfortable on these is because of the nature of the yarn. Expect to see more combinations of short row toe and traditional heel flap on my socks in the future.
I am planning my next pair to be from this same book. I may just spend the whole summer doing socks from one book from the looks of things. I’m definitely going to get my money’s worth out of this one. 
You should also expect to see more Fixation type socks on the needles. It was such a nice change from Regia to knit with this yarn. So soft and easy feeling through the fingers! I have been reading a lot about Elann’s Esprit being very similar. Anyone care to share your experiences? I’ve heard many good things about Elann in general but I’ve never ordered anything from them myself.
By the way, I’ve updated my Finished Objects 2006 page if you care to have a look.
We have another farmer’s market run and a short trip planned this weekend. Hope you have a great one! 
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The socks look great! The YO cables were a great choice.
Those socks look great! I love purple. I am on a sock binge, myself. Seems like a good summer thing to do. Haven’t tried the Fixation, but I may have to……How’s the summer playing going? It is extremely quiet around these parts. I will take it for now. Season will be up and running soon enough, eh? :0)
Hi, it’s Emily from the NJSnB group! You’re right, the photo doesn’t do justice to the purpleness of the socks. Having seen them in person, I can say that they did turn out great!
Very pretty! Now fess up, you knit socks in your sleep, don’t ya?
I like them! I’m almost finished my second pair of Fixation socks. This pair is for the DH, I let him pick out the yarn, I think he purposly picked out a color I’d hate. I’m thinking of it as neon mustard.
I hit up two yarn stores in Charlotte today and got yarn for the next couple of pairs, Jaywalkers next.
They are PERFECT! You learned v.v. quickly.
I have that book (the author is a member of my spinning guild) which is good cause I love the look of y our socks and want to make my own!
Cute! I haven’t tried any of the cable socks from the book yet because I can’t resist buying and dyeing varigated yarns. I’ll have to try some soon though. I’d really prefer to wear something one color with the fancy stitches.
I’ve also made a ton of socks from the one book.
You’re right, freekin’ cute. I may have to get some of the Fixation as I hear so many good things about it.
Great socks. I have the book and some Fixation too.
Great purple socks. That is is great book.
Love the purple socks! That is such a fabulous book.
I’ve seen the Esprit in person but not used it yet. It seemed the same as Fixation to me. I’ve ordered from Elann several times and have always been happy with their service. Shipping is pricey, but if you’re buying a lot…