I finished the first Sidewinder Sock on Friday night. It was such a fun and fast knit!
It was hard to understand how the sock was working at first, but I just trusted the pattern and kept knitting. By the end of Day 2, I could see where it was going. This was also a fast knit because I didn't have to switch needles so often. All that time (at least twice per round, depending on your style) really adds up.
Pattern: Sidewinder by NonaKnits
Yarn: Wollmeise Sockenwolle in Amazonas
Needles: Addi Turbos size 2
Time to Knit: June 9 - 16
Modifications: None
I knit the pattern as written because I didn't feel like I knew enough to do otherwise! Now that I've knit it once, there are a few tweaks I'm planning for my next pair. Overall, the sock fit me well in my chosen size, but it was still tight at the very top of my instep. I think I just have big heels. Next time I'll make the heel a little larger to compensate.
Speaking of heels, the heel and toe were easy to understand and execute, but I had a little bit of difficulty making them look good. The increase side is a little tight and it actually puckers slightly, while the decreased side of the heel has gaps.
I think that next time around I'll put two stitches in between these increases/decreases, and that should take care of this problem.
This was such a fun pattern, and it really made this variegated colorway interesting! I found it funny that it still ended up pooling, but I don't mind it at all.
This brings me up to single sock 10 in my self-imposed craze. It was well worth it! I know I showed a lot of pictures already, but here's a few more.
So cool! And such pretty yarn. A perfect match!
Posted by: Ariel | June 17, 2007 at 12:11 PM
Ten down, one to go...
Posted by: Susan P | June 17, 2007 at 12:31 PM
Wow, that's so daring. Very cool.
Posted by: kim | June 17, 2007 at 12:36 PM
Very cool! I do love that colorway.
Posted by: pamela wynne | June 17, 2007 at 01:11 PM
Very cool! I love how the colors line up in that direction.
Posted by: Christy | June 17, 2007 at 01:14 PM
Very different! I've scanned the pattern and it seems like the entire piece is grafted together?!
I kinda um...like grafting. :p
Posted by: Sacha | June 17, 2007 at 01:29 PM
OK, you've peaked my interested. I'll have to check it out and put it in the queue.
Posted by: Tanya | June 17, 2007 at 03:09 PM
Ooooh, now I'll have to make one too, y'know...
Posted by: Nora | June 17, 2007 at 04:39 PM
Looks great! I definatly want to try this pattern.
Posted by: rfx1982 | June 17, 2007 at 05:26 PM
Great sock! I love those colors too. Now I've just got to make them too.
Posted by: Kim | June 17, 2007 at 05:59 PM
Great sock! You chose the perfect yarn for it; the vibrant colors and pooling show off the cool construction.
Posted by: Brenda | June 17, 2007 at 06:37 PM
Ooh, I actually like the pooling in this! I totally see what you're saying about the decreases pulling - my ssk-k2togs always gape like that. I'll probably steal your idea of putting a stitch in the middle if I make one of these.
Posted by: kelp! | June 18, 2007 at 12:05 AM
I love them! I've always steered clear of sideways socks, but now that I've seen yours, I'm reconsidering. I love how the colors worked out, too.
Posted by: Beth | June 18, 2007 at 06:44 AM
what a neat sock!!!! the pooling looks different - I guess it goes lenghtwise vs around like it normally would
Posted by: stacey | June 18, 2007 at 08:02 AM
That is just so interesting! I'm really going to have to add this to the list of patterns I want to try. Very cool!
Posted by: Jessica | June 18, 2007 at 10:06 AM
Fantastic...and on to the next?
Posted by: nova | June 18, 2007 at 12:34 PM
Very cool! Hmm....what will #11 be?
Posted by: tiennie | June 19, 2007 at 12:17 AM
Great sock! Though I have to admit I find that pattern anything but intuitive! It's a little rule-breaker, like me! ;)
Posted by: knittingphilistine | June 19, 2007 at 07:00 AM
This sock pattern is totally bizarre and fantastic. I love it! Good luck with #2.
Posted by: Faith | June 19, 2007 at 09:06 PM
It came out so well! The yarn is a wonderful match for the pattern. The pooling looks completely intentional and very cool. It really shows the uniqueness of the pattern to great effect. Congrats on #10!
Posted by: Jean | June 19, 2007 at 11:24 PM
ohhh how awesome does that sock look!!!
The colourway is perfect, i'll have to attempt that one of these days.
Posted by: Kelly | June 20, 2007 at 08:09 AM
Nicely done and love your color choice!
Posted by: Carol | June 20, 2007 at 11:00 AM
Those came out super! I can't wait to try those....but it will have to wait til I can spend some time in front of the computer and concentrate!
Posted by: Diana | June 20, 2007 at 09:43 PM