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    4 Ways to Cast-On Cuff-Down Socks
    On By Meg Bateman / 0 comments
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    4 Ways to Cast-On Toe-Up Socks
    4 Ways to Cast-On Toe-Up Socks
    Socks are a lot of fun to knit – but getting them started can be tricky. With these four toe-up sock cast-on methods, you're sure to find one that works...
    On By Meg Bateman / 0 comments
    Knit Socks: Tips For Making a Rounded Toe
    Knit Socks: Tips For Making a Rounded Toe
    There's nothing like a pair of handknit socks. You can use gorgeous sock yarn, choose your stitch pattern, and take them with you wherever you go. One thing I've learned over the years...
    On By Kathleen Cubley / 0 comments
    Learn An Easy Way To Choose Your Sock Heel Style | Sock Knitting
    Learn An Easy Way To Choose Your Sock Heel Style | Sock Knitting
    When working sock knitting patterns, there are a lot of options. You can knit socks on double points, use the magic loop technique, or knit on two circular needles. You...
    On By Kelley Hobart / 20 comments
    When the frost is on the pumpkin, it might be Socktober!
    Shorter days. Cooler nights. Nothing is as comforting as hand knit socks! Here in Northern Idaho we're enjoying cool nights and warm days and as the leaves turn to red...
    On By kjirstine Prickett / 0 comments
    Shop Happenings: North Idaho Fair Winners and Socktober
    Summer is officially over, and we're a week into Autumn.  It's been a busy summer here, with no signs of slowing down on the horizon. The North Idaho Fair was...
    On By Ana Vidal / 0 comments
    Independent's Celebration - Malabrigo
    It’s time for the next featured company for our Independent’s Celebration! This week’s featured company is Malabrigo! I first discovered Malabrigo several years ago, before Alpaca Direct opened here.  I was...
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