Everyone Loves a Slinky!

Well, let's hope so anyway.  These are done and packed and headed to their new home with...XXX.  I hope she likes them.  I hope they fit. 

Pattern: Slinky Socks by Rae Blackledge
Yarn: Trekking XXL color #134

Mods:  Just one, the instructions call for you to turn the knitting to the inside so you can knit every row. I didn't want to fiddle with turning the knitting so I decided to simply purl alternating rows of 6.  Starting with 10 rows purled, then knit 6 rows, and purl 6 rows till you have 7 slinky sections.  Not a major change, but it worked out for me.  Since I had knit a hat this winter using a similar technique, I got it right away.

This was my first afterthought heel.  I can see how it would work with certain yarn color patterns, but normally I would prefer my usual heels, less ends to weave.

I love the pattern and the yarn and I hope my Sockapaloooza Pal likes them too.  Thanks Allison for another smashing sock event.

Comments

[Karen]

Your sockpal will love them! They are on my to do list after seeing how nicely yours came out.

[monica]

The yarn you used was perfect for this pattern! They look great!

[chris]

Oh, no. Now I have that jingle stuck in my head . . . great socks!

[Christine]

They are *so* adorable! I'm sure your pal will love them!

Are you heading to H-Town this weekend? My e-mail is being crazy again, but I wanted to offer you a spare bedroom to stay in if you want to spend the night! Let me know! :D

[Judy]

These are really cool looking socks, Julia. I'm sure the recipient will love them.

[Vera]

Those are great socks. I'm sure your pal will be happy with them.

[Jenipurr]

These socks are awesome! I think these are the most fun socks I own (and they fit perfectly). Thank you!!

[Rae]

The socks turned out great! I hope you enjoyed knitting the pattern.

[Cookie]

Very pretty! The pattern and the yarn really complement each other.