Rubbish Day, Talk to Me About Socks!

[glinda]

I've had a rubbish day at work and I'm trying to distract myself in a positive fashion.

So...knitters of dreamwidth, if you would, please tell me about your favourite sock patterns. I have a bunch of sock wool and I kinda hate the pattern that came with the wool. I'm therefore looking for recommendations for better sock patterns. What are your favourites? Why do you love them? Do you prefer starting at the cuff or toe-up socks? Magic loop or four pins? And what on earth is an 'after-thought heel'?

Comments

[vilakins]

I always do two-at-a-time toe-up magic loop with a rounded toe (it suits my foot shape) and the fish-lips-kiss heel. The pattern costs $1 on Ravelry and is worth it for the very professional looking eel and the the cardboard foot template that it ensure the socks fit your foot properly. I add stitch patterns from other socks if the yarn needs more interest.