Sock Toe Grafting:
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Preparing ThrumsWarm knitwear is a necessity during cold winters! Thrummed mittens, also known as fleece-stuffed mittens, originated in Newfoundland and Labrador but have become popular throughout North America and beyond. Light and fluffy wool thrums trap warm air to create a cozy fleece layer inside mittens and other accessories. My "Preparing Thrums" tutorial provides instructions for preparing fleece thrums for insertion into knitting projects.
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Inserting ThrumsWarm knitwear is a necessity during cold winters! Thrummed mittens, also known as fleece-stuffed mittens, originated in Newfoundland and Labrador but have become popular throughout North America and beyond. Light and fluffy wool thrums trap warm air to create a cozy fleece layer inside mittens and other accessories. My "Inserting Thrums" tutorial provides step-by-step instructions for inserting fleece thrums into knitting projects.
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DIY Mitten BlockersMittens often benefit from light blocking to reveal stitch and colorwork patterns. Since both hands and mittens come in a variety of sizes and shapes, customized blockers are very useful. My "Mitten Blocker" tutorial provides instructions for making mitten blockers from an inexpensive plastic or vinyl placemat.
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DIY Sock Cuff BlockerSometimes the cuff of a sock contains decorative details which would benefit from gentle blocking. An example is my Winterlude Socks, which feature a bobbled lace border around the top edge. To achieve the necessary blocking for these socks, I created an effective sock cuff blocker from materials readily available at minimal cost. My "Sock Cuff Blocker" tutorial provides instructions for making and using your own sock cuff blocker.
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Sock Repair #1An unfortunate fact of life is that socks inevitably wear out. The good news is that repair is often possible. In cases where the toe or ball of the foot has worn thin or developed a hole, an alternative to darning is to replace the damaged section by reknitting. My "Sock Repair #1" tutorial provides instructions for extending the life of your handknit socks by using leftover yarn to replace the foot or toe.
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