In the presence of so many "far-beyond my talent"and experienced knitters, I present to you my first effort at designing a pair of socks. Alright, so it's one sock so far, but its other "half" is coming along nicely.
I still marvel at how soft and comfortable knitted socks are.
My method was probably a bit unorthodox, but if anyone wants the pattern, I'd be happy to write it up.
And guess who came to visit last night? We knew he was around as we've had to close the bedroom window in the middle of the night...
Comments (19)
Impressive sock! Looks great & interesting to knit. I can't think of any compliments for your black & white visitor!
Posted by Jennifer | May 18, 2007 4:36 AM
Posted on May 18, 2007 04:36
Your sock came out great!
What a cute--if not smelly--little friend!
Posted by kim | May 18, 2007 5:32 AM
Posted on May 18, 2007 05:32
cute pic!
Love the socks! You did a fabulous job!
Posted by leslie | May 18, 2007 9:55 AM
Posted on May 18, 2007 09:55
Designing your own socks? Now THAT is impressive!
Great, Great Job! I love it!
Have a wonderful weekend! :)
Posted by leslie | May 18, 2007 9:57 AM
Posted on May 18, 2007 09:57
If I am ever that close to a skunk, I don't think it will occur to me to grab my camera!
In other news, you are hereby tagged to participate in the seven facts meme - check my blog for details. Have fun!
Posted by becky c. | May 18, 2007 5:57 PM
Posted on May 18, 2007 17:57
Very cute sock - I'd love the pattern if you decide to publish. Cute skunk...but ewww!
Posted by Jeanne | May 19, 2007 2:59 AM
Posted on May 19, 2007 02:59
Very nice! I love contrasting toe / heel / cuff socks, although I've only made that kind once or twice.
Posted by Carrie | May 19, 2007 7:56 AM
Posted on May 19, 2007 07:56
I love the sock! And, it's too bad skunks smell so bad, because I think they are cute. :)
Posted by Jen | May 19, 2007 10:34 AM
Posted on May 19, 2007 10:34
Yes! I want the pattern!
Posted by Susan | May 20, 2007 1:47 PM
Posted on May 20, 2007 13:47
I love the basket weave pattern on the sock and the stranded work on the cuff. Good job.
We've only had a skunk in our yard once. It was making its way through our yard to the woods behind the house. I had just walked out the door with the girls for their last potty break of the night. None of them saw it and with two of them on leashes, it was easy to corral them back into the house. What struck me is how big it was and how slowly it moved. It was my first and only time to see one alive.
Posted by twig | May 20, 2007 10:58 PM
Posted on May 20, 2007 22:58
I just got back from Washington and now have some time to actually sit down and read some of my favorite blogs. The sock pattern came out wonderful and looks like it fits well. Congratulations on your first true design. I also loved the pic of your visitor. He (or she) obviously didn't mind posing for the camera.
Posted by Kathleen | May 21, 2007 3:03 PM
Posted on May 21, 2007 15:03
love the sock - it turned out great. We used to have a skunk living under our porch. Not fun!
Posted by Sarah | May 21, 2007 7:40 PM
Posted on May 21, 2007 19:40
Great sock!
Posted by tiennie | May 21, 2007 10:23 PM
Posted on May 21, 2007 22:23
Oh, how cute (albeit smelly)! :)
Posted by Nora | May 23, 2007 4:27 PM
Posted on May 23, 2007 16:27
Wow, this sock is absolutely gorgeous! What an awesome pattern - oh yes, I'd so love to knit it and would be so grateful if you'd decide to write the pattern up!
And gosh, this visitor sure is a cutie - but I so don't want to imagine its smell! ;)
Posted by Dipsy D. | May 23, 2007 5:37 PM
Posted on May 23, 2007 17:37
Cute sock. :) Love the black toes.
A skunk- aiee. Cute animal yes but um- not a welcome visitor!
Posted by tiphanie | May 28, 2007 8:57 PM
Posted on May 28, 2007 20:57
we once had one nest under our deck & present us with 8 babies to which she introduced me while strolling over a bridge in our garden. It was a horrible few months. As they got older they fought as all siblings but you can imagine what these did as the fought.
Posted by Fredabeth | May 31, 2007 2:36 PM
Posted on May 31, 2007 14:36
Love your socks but think your cat??? looks a little odd. lol
Posted by Gail | June 5, 2007 9:26 AM
Posted on June 5, 2007 09:26
Love your socks but think your cat??? looks a little odd. lol
Posted by Gail | June 5, 2007 9:27 AM
Posted on June 5, 2007 09:27