Why are there two Chalet socks in this picture?
It turns out that my first go at the Chalet sock was slightly too small on size US1 needles. It was close. I felt like if necessary, the sock could be completed in this size. But I hate worrying while knitting (it usually leads to ripping out, in my experience), so I cast on with US 1.5s to try again.
I like the result a lot. It pulls on easily without looking too big. Now that I'm sure I like the second one, I'll rip out the first so I can use the yarn!
I'm with you. When that gut feeling says "not quite right", best to listen. They are beautiful in both incarnations though! :)
Posted by: Jessica | October 12, 2007 at 10:45 AM
That gut feeling is usually right! When I ignore it, I usually end up doing a lot of ripping. Plus, I think the sock looks much better on 1.5s! Beautiful combo of yarn and pattern.
Posted by: Jodi | October 12, 2007 at 10:52 AM
always listen to the knitters gut instinct. it's usually right!
Posted by: stacey | October 12, 2007 at 11:08 AM
It's best sometimes to rip out and get the result you want. Why haven't I learned that yet?! I love that blue. I'm sure they will be fabulous.
Posted by: kim | October 12, 2007 at 11:43 AM
Way to listen to the little knitting voice. I'm starting to think I should've used 1.5s instead of 2s for my Drunken Bee.
Oh, and what yarn is that? It's really lovely.
Posted by: Stella | October 12, 2007 at 01:28 PM
That was a smart approach! I find that 1.5 is almost always right for me... my favorite size.
Posted by: Beth | October 12, 2007 at 01:35 PM
The Chalets are jinxed! I just left a comment over at Ashley's [dogged]. She's on her 4th go...
Posted by: Nora | October 12, 2007 at 05:02 PM
You know, between you and Ashley, I think I've been convinced to stay away from that pattern for a while. It has too much bad karma associated with it!!!
Posted by: Elinor | October 12, 2007 at 06:04 PM
I think the socks and the yarn combo - are gorgeous! Nice job - and nice patience!
Posted by: stacey | October 12, 2007 at 06:11 PM
You and Ashley must have some vodoo Chalet karma going between you.
Posted by: Kirsten | October 12, 2007 at 08:49 PM
I hope this one fits much better!
Posted by: tiennie | October 13, 2007 at 01:21 AM
They're both beautiful, kudos to you for listening to your instinct!
Posted by: Carol | October 13, 2007 at 03:57 PM
If I question anything at all about my knitting...if the thought, "I wonder if I should just rip back" enters my head at all, I might as well go ahead and do it. Ugh! It stinks being a perfectionist!
Posted by: Tanya | October 14, 2007 at 06:31 PM
*Dies of the cuteness of the super-small cables*
Smart move.
Posted by: Sacha | October 15, 2007 at 11:16 AM
Good decision. Worry-free knitting is a must. The Chalet pattern rocks!
Posted by: Kim | October 15, 2007 at 11:38 AM
I can't count the number of frogging sessions I (enjoyed?) during the design process of my Cherry Country shawl.
Hang in there. It's going to be lovely in the end. You'll know when it's right.
Blessings!
Posted by: Susan Pandorf | October 15, 2007 at 02:22 PM
Yes, but see, you are only supposed to knit it once.... I love this pattern, and the color you chose is gorgeous.
Posted by: nova | October 15, 2007 at 05:05 PM
That's so much better than my usual approach - worry, worry, worry, then knit the entire sock anyway and finally admit that it's too small when the darn thing is already done. Sigh...one of these days I'll learn...
Posted by: Ariel | October 16, 2007 at 12:20 PM