After hours spent darning my father's supply of size 13 socks, I've turned my attention to my own worn-out pairs. I just can't bear to part with even a single sock, considering the time spent knitting, the cost of materials, and the simple fact that I love every pair. But darning has lost its appeal.
The perfect compromise is to replace the worn sections, which typically seem to be the soles under the ball of my foot, by reknitting. It's a win-win solution... I'd rather knit than darn, I'm using up bits of leftover yarn from the first knitting, and I'm extending the life of my socks. Check out my tutorial page for instructions on resuscitating your own handknit socks!
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Ellen
3/13/2011 11:58:35 am
Very useful information! I agree, it's so hard to part with hand knit socks!
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