Knit a Box of Socks (by Julie Ann Lebouthillier)

For all the knitters who dream of having a perfectly curated box of their gorgeous handmade socks, Julie Ann Lebouthillier has created 24 incredible sock knitting patterns and accompanied them with all the techniques you need, so that you can create the perfect box of socks.

This collection of fun sock designs is is the ultimate guide for sock-loving knitters who want to create their ideal box of socks, packed with 24 original patterns for a wide range of different sock designs, are perfect for you to knit for yourself, friends, and family.

The patterns vary in style and complexity, with designs featuring playful colourwork, gradient yarn,  textures and cabling, and ranging from very beginner to more complex, so there is lots of choice and plenty to appeal to experienced knitters as well as newbie sock knitters. There is a beautiful snowflake design for keeping feet cosy in the winter as well as a neon pink design based on cake sprinkles which is fun for the summer. With these 24 patterns, you will find the perfect sock design for every day no matter what your mood, and it is the perfect opportunity to use up those gorgeous skeins of sock yarn that you couldn’t resist buying. Build your skills and expand your sock knitting know-how while you work your way through the designs, building your very own box of socks as you go.

More than just designs, this book will help you go from a sock beginner to a sock expert. There are instructions for different sock knitting techniques including casting on and binding off methods, as well as increasing and decreasing. It will will teach you how to measure your foot properly to be able to knit a sock that fits perfectly, and includes instructions about how to calculate what size to cast on and how much negative ease you need to get beautiful, handmade that socks that are also a joy to wear. There is a basic sock pattern for you to try the key techniques if you’ve never knitted a sock before. It also includes advice and a handy guide for sizing down to children’s sizes so you can make matching sets for all the family.

About the Author

Julie Ann Lebouthillier is passionate about sock knitting. She has been knitting for over 10 years and has designed 130 sock patterns and knitted hundreds of pairs of socks. She has a strong online following across a number of platforms where she shares her sock making.