Beginner Sock Knitting Tutorial on 9" circular needles Part 8 Toe Decrease

[@joycefolkens3098]

I have just watched all of your videos for these socks. I am excited to make them. Finally a video I can follow! Thank you from the USA

[@linseyspolidoro5122]

I just want to thank you for these tutorials, I’m about to finish my second pair of socks using these videos as a basic guideline. I had a difficult time finding clear tutorials for 9in circulars before these so I really appreciate the time you took to make them.

[@Simplyinstitches]

Thank you so much. I'm so glad you found them useful x

[@KarenDuguid]

I think I may just be able to cope with this. I like that you knit how I do. It all seems to be continental fancy pants knitiing. I learned in primary school and haven't knitted since then, so I basically started over again. This COVID lock down boredom has got me learning again. One good thing to come out of all this!

[@sherryphillips1108]

That is exactly why I started knitting again...and the last time was in Brownies...a long time ago. My sock is coming along nicely, thanks to Tina and her delightful tutorials.

[@eddy8560]

Hello Tina, very much thanks, otherwise I can’t ever knit a sock without your tutorials, Christiane from Belgium.

[@Simplyinstitches]

You are very welcome. I'm happy the videos helped x

[@hippychick9106]

Just a quick note to say I used your tutorials for my first socks (at only my 3rd month of learning to knit) and now I’m on my third pair. I have moved on to magic loop and two-at-a-time, as I suffer from “second sock syndrome”. I just want to use that NEW yarn!!! Haha. Thanks so much for propelling me into, what I believe, will be a life-long sock addiction!!! All the best...Angie

[@Simplyinstitches]

I'm so happy you are enjoying your sock knitting. Happy knitting !

[@crossstichgram7327]

you are so great at this please do not stop. I know I'm being selfish put this is so fun. Thanks for your time you are giving to all of us:))

[@Simplyinstitches]

Your welcome. Look out for the knitting video next week . I will be asking what everyone wants to knit next and when. Make sure you cast your vote ;D

[@laurashertzer6809]

Just wanted to say I am so excited about my socks. I finished one about 3 weeks ago and I am almost finished with the second. I never thought I could do it. 💕

[@Simplyinstitches]

Yay, I'm so pleased for you , well done :D

[@HookedOnWishing]

Im surprised with how my socks are growing. We're almost done 💜 Thank you Thank you a million times ! Im glad I worked both socks step by step. I will be able to put these on in just one more video. Incredible.

[@Simplyinstitches]

Well done, I'm really happy for you 😁

[@milagp1558]

Hello from Portugal! Thanks to you i am finishing My very first sock!!!! I thought i couldnt Ever make it !!!!! Thank you sooo much ❤️

[@suegodfrey4794]

wow, what timing .... i just posted a pic on IG saying I was ready for the toe shaping and then your podcast prompt popped up. i know it takes a while to upload but it's nice to think I you heard my plea lol.... huge thanks for doing the podcasts, it helps the sock construction to make sense for me 😀 hugs xx

[@maureendalfonzo2262]

Tina you're my new best friend!!! I made a sock!! I'm new to knitting ( OCD cross stitcher) and I made a sock ( hooray ) I had to rip it out 4 times but I did it all thanks to you!! Next I'm going to try the current sweater you're teaching, it looks scary.....smile. Hello from Las Vegas my new friend

[@Simplyinstitches]

Hi and well done with your sock knitting. You may find the sweater easier because of the larger needles and yarn. It's very beginner friendly x

[@KnittingsAndSewings]

I absolutely LOVE your method. You are a wonderful teacher. And I like how you show what to do when the stitches get too few to stretch around. I am an experienced sock knitter who wanted to try the 9" sock method and this is SO much easier than doing magic loom or double points all the time. Thank you for being clear and giving many videos to explain the details of how to do it.

[@hilarymitchell3130]

I am so pleased I have found these tutorials, I was too scared to tackle socks, it all looked too complicated in the books but watching step by step has made it all come together. I did a practice sock on DK wool, quite hard but now feel confident to use the WYS signature wool that I have had for a while. Thank you so much.

[@joycegraff182]

I did that also! Needed help picking up stitches - but managed to get thru heel and gusset. Did ok until Kitchener but d's ok. Then took s class# made several pairs on dpn s been a while - found a pair done but toes not finished- needed a refresher. This is a great review! Love the colors! And, hello from upstate N.Y., USA

[@U2cantrustme]

Funny I thought the heel would be the hard part but it looks like this toe section is the hard part. Im brand new to knitting so I am just watching these videos. I want to try socks someday but now I think I need to practice some magic loop stitching before I try these socks. I would hate to get almost done then struggle with this toe section. Thanks so much for all 8 videos. You did a great job explaining everything as you went along. I will be back someday to follow all 8 videos along as I make my first pair of socks.

[@shannonfaris-parnell159]

Just want to say thank you for these videos. Easy to follow, makes sense too. I may end up with socks... which I never thought I’d knit!!

[@patricialong1275]

Tina, this is a fantastic technique. Thank you so much for the instructions on working a sock on a 9" circular. So much, much faster than Magic Loop and sock knitting on two circulars. Lovin' this. Thanks again.

[@Simplyinstitches]

Thank you, it's lovely to know it has been helpful to you.

[@colorfulkitten7772]

This is the first I have ever knitted and you taught me so well but I crocheted for many years before

[@Simplyinstitches]

I'm so happy you got on so well :D

[@Juliaei]

I want to write and say thank you for guiding me through knitting my first sock! You are really great and your positive attitude always puts me in a good mood. I look forward to see what other projects you have coming up. I just have to finish my other sock first, haha.

[@Simplyinstitches]

Well done finishing your first sock. This is the start of many more I'm sure. Happy knitting ;D

[@L4priratesfan]

BRILLIANT! I've just done my gusset and I'm dong the foot but I wanted to check you had this ready and BOOM! yes!! you are brill :) Thank you !

[@Skywalker67897]

I'm so excited about finishing up my socks. What I've done is before going to the next video in sequence, I began the second sock. So when I finish this one, I can automatically go onto the next and be in position to decrease for the toe on its mate! 😍😍😍😍😍

[@Simplyinstitches]

I'm so happy you are enjoying the video's and they are helping. Good luck with the sock knitting!

[@TheLisalisa1986]

Wonderful! I just bought my first 9inch circulars and I’m so excited to get started. Thank you for making these videos.

[@Simplyinstitches]

Good luck, I'm sure you will have a lot of fun :D

[@annaduvall4106]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! This is my first time on 9 inch circulars and I couldn't wrap my head around eventually magic looping!

[@sherree10]

I love my 9" circulars but always switched to DPN's for the toe. This is brilliant! Thank you for posting all of these sock videos. Subscribed

[@aliciavalcarce8633]

Hi Tina, I watched your videos. Yes, I guess I'll have to make 2 socks. I haven't started the first one yet, I have to get some stitch markers.

[@pamrichardson5270]

Well I am very pleased with my first pair of socks. Did buy the 9 inch circular but ended up using dpns which I never thought I would get the hang of but found it easier on the hands. Just got a bit confused with the markers/ decreasing at first. On my 2nd pair now. Practise makes perfect. Thanks Tina

[@Simplyinstitches]

What ever way feels right for you, is right for you. I'm so happy you are enjoying knitting socks . Happy knitting

[@crafthousemagic]

Thank you Tina, I was wondering how you could complete toe decreases with 9 inch circulars, I never thought is was possible to magic loop with them. Great tip! x

[@Simplyinstitches]

I will do anything to keep away from those DPN's . I can't believe the knitting police haven't caught up with me yet because I'm breaking all the rules ;D

[@annetteheat4110]

Thank you so much for the step by step. You solved all of my worries. God bless you.🙏🌷

[@jeaniesmith1518]

I finished my 1st pair!!! Thank you!! I really hope you do a cardigan!! You are an amazing teacher!!

[@Simplyinstitches]

I have a tutorial for the Harvest cardigan already on my channel ;D

[@blueoctopus6]

I love the way this is in real time so I can knit along (except for the boring straight bits of course). I have knitted socks on dpns before but the circulars turn out a much neater sock. I struggle with those few last rows on the circulars though! Thanks for taking the time to do these tutorials its like having a private lesson. :)

[@sandyhooven8616]

I took out the stitch markers as the pattern said so now - where is your first marker?

[@ellenfuller4393]

Thank you Simply Stitches, come back soon!

[@taraward3167]

Hi Tina, firstly let me say thank you for this beginner sock tutorial series. Like others, I have been intimidated to make socks after considering DPNs and magic loop, but your method of using the 9” circular has been a game changer for me. I’m getting on pretty well and am knitting along for the length of the foot before stopping for the toe decrease section. I have a question about the foot length, please. I’m making the medium size like you are doing and the pattern says “knit every round until the foot measures 1 3/4 (for medium) inches short of the desired length”. Maybe you’re supposed to measure the top of your foot from the bend to the tip of the toes, but that seems tricky so I’m measuring the bottom of my foot from the back of the heel to the tip of the big toe. That measurement on my foot is almost 10 inches. So my plan is to knit the foot to 8 1/4 inches from the back of the sock heel. Then I would start the toe decrease section. Does this make sense or am I making a mistake? (Since we are both making the medium size, I’m wondering if you knitted the same length that I’m planning on?)

[@cherylk1959]

Hiya tks for the video it's been great knitting along with you. I'm up to the toe decrease. I've no stitch marker on my circular needles didn't think I needed them after the gusset decrease. When the toe decrease video started you had a Sm on your needles. So how do I know where to put the 1st Sm to divide by half 🙈🤷‍♀️ Thankyo in advance

[@Simplyinstitches]

Hi, don't panic 😁 lay your sock out in front as if wearing them , make sure they are straight from the heel . Place your beginning of round marker on the right side then count 32 stitches and place another on the left . Make sure it's not twisting round and is even and your all set . This is an important lesson when knitting in the round , always keep your BOR marker in 😘

[@HookedOnWishing]

I did knot two step by step to avoid the second sock syndrome lol Yep, Im already looking thru my collection for my next pair 💜

[@Simplyinstitches]

Good stuff , well done x

[@cynthiakoschmann474]

Hi Tina, working on my first sock, and my first knitting project in years! Love your videos, really really great instruction. I have one question. After finishing the gusset, I have 2 stitch markers at each side where the decreases occur. But where is the actual start of the round? I was watching the start of your video on the toe decreases and I need to put a marker 28 ( small size sock) stitches from the start of the round but where is the start? Thanks for any help you can offer.

[@Simplyinstitches]

Cynthia Koschmann Sorry for the delay I'm away on holiday. The beginning of the row it on the right side of the foot if you were wearing them. I hope this helps ☺

[@lyndaschwechtje860]

Isn't Ravelry wonderful? Thank you so much for doing these videos. It's such a big help to be able to see everything up close and without being rushed. A reindeer sweater sounds like fun.

[@Simplyinstitches]

I love Ravelry. Knitters inspiring and helping knitters, fantastic. So pleased my video's have been helpful :D

[@KnittingsAndSewings]

You are a wonderful teacher!

[@nanibly]

Fantastic series, thank you! After years of false starts, I am finishing my first sock thanks to you! I would love to learn how to knit a simple cardigan sweater with a cable design, are you up to it for a future video series?

[@Simplyinstitches]

Sorry no tutorials planned at the moment . Well done for finishing your sock.

[@teresamereski9104]

Hi Tina, I just want to say thank you so much for doing these sock videos! You are an amazing teacher and I am enjoying it so much! Knitting on 9 inch circulars is so easy compared to the other methods. Is there any chance you might do a video using thicker yarn for a bulky sock?

[@Simplyinstitches]

Thank you I'm so happy they have been useful to you. Maybe nearer the end of the year we could do a thicker sock. I'm all for cozy woollies in winter ;D

[@annaboisvert8873]

Teresa Mereski q

[@melaniestanley4598]

Wonderful tutorial

[@Simplyinstitches]

Thank you so much 😊 I'm really glad the videos were helpful. Happy knitting

[@cherylmartin9194]

This is the most informative knitting tutorial i have ever seen. thankyou very much..Even a novice like me understood it. please where do i get a pattern for these socks. this same pattern is what i want. cheryl.

[@Simplyinstitches]

Hi, there is a link to the site in the first video . Here is the first video kzbin.info/aero/PLx1VbTvIeFx_GDukWk2sA1QoBdIPynkU2 . Good luck with your socks

[@maureensim7352]

Thank you Tina for that tutorial. Very helpful. I will have to practise though as I made a mess of the Kitchener stitch on the first sock. I knitted the bind off on the second sock and it turned out perfectly. Except....my toe bind off does not line up; it’s off kilter. It lines up when I lay the sock on its side. I obviously put the markers in the wrong places. Not sure how to make sure that doesn’t happen again. How do I line up properly when decreasing for toes?

[@Simplyinstitches]

Always keep you marker in for the beginning of the row. That is how you know where to start the heel and the toe. So sorry you had problems but you will know so much more for next time. When doing the toe next time make sure the decreases are at the sides in relation to the heel position ;D

[@loleensshaw2184]

This toe technique is amazing--thank you!

[@nichellev.5521]

Love this tutorial!! Thank you for making it understandable, it’s my best attempt at socks in 4 years of trying. But I’m afraid at the end of this section my stitches are way too tight to move off the needle 😅 and I’m stuck, any advice would be appreciated.

[@michellel1632]

Hi Tina, can't thank you enough for this series! I have used them again and again. I was curious...with the slip slip knit on the toe decrease, you slip the knit way, instead of the pearl way as we've done during the rest of the sock making. Is there a reason for this? And, in the event I automatically slipped the pearl way on accident, does it matter? Just curious.

[@margaretdavies4805]

Hi Tina, Thanks for making these videos they are so helpful but I have a problem. Where should the stitch markers be for the toe decreases. Should one be at the start of the round? It is probably a really stupid question but I had 2 markers doing the gusset and now I don't know if I should remove them. Thanks again.

[@Simplyinstitches]

You should have one marker at the beginning of the round and another at 32 stitches (if you are knitting a 64 stitch sock) . You will be decreasing both sides of the sock and so creating the toe shape. I hope this is clear for you

[@margaretdavies3291]

Thank you. All is well. I figured it out. I have completed a pair. It is a miracle! Not perfect but I am wearing them today 😀. Going to start another pair and then excited about the tin can knits sweater. Thank you, thank you. You are my inspiration.

[@carolinelester2027]

Hello Tina, thank you so much for the videos I have found them so helpful, I have really enjoyed knitting my sock (nearly finished 1st one). I can’t however see where you have put the written pattern you created, you said about it being down below but I am still searching, please can you advise me how to find it? Thank you Caroline

[@Meliegerv]

Hi Tina, really liked your serie on sock knitting. Very helpful! Just wanted to know if i really needed a sock blocker to block my project? Is there another way to do it? :) thanks a lot!

[@Simplyinstitches]

Some people make them out of cardboard but you don't have to have them. They make the socks look nicer off the foot . You can just dry them smoothed out and flat. I have been using them for my older socks as I machine wash and they can get tighter. The blockers stretch them out again. I hope this helps x

[@estherdavids]

I’m starting this part. First socks ever Knitted. Wanted to kill myself so far several times. And then again I love it. And I love you. How sweet are you!

[@joycecaron6214]

love this pattean and your tutorial very well done i would like to know if you have a patteran for baby socks or toddler socks ?

[@Simplyinstitches]

you could try this by very pink knits kzbin.info/www/bejne/fp2WhKSAebp-m9E

[@doriannedavis9724]

Thank you so much for doing these videos! I am working on my fourth pair now! They are so much fun to knit! I do have a question though. I pulled the stitches too tight on my first pair of socks when I did the toe decrease and now a hole is forming. How can I fix this hole in my toes?

[@Simplyinstitches]

I would wait and see if it is ok with blocking. If not a little stitch inside could help. Sorry it's hard to give advice without seeing it. Good luck

[@rachelbutler783]

Hi Tina Thanks so much for these tutorials, I am just finishing my first sock! Just one question , with SSK instruction how do you know whether to slip purlwise or knitwise? On this toe decrease you slipped knitwise, but earlier in the sock it was purlwise ? It doesn’t state knitwise or purlwise in the pattern so is there some kind of rule? Thanks Rachel

[@sadypool4363]

Thank you so so much for this !! It been so so helpful👍

[@Simplyinstitches]

Thank you, happy knitting x

[@JHa]

These videos have been very helpful for me with knitting my first pair of socks, but I do have a quick question. How were you able to determine the start of the row? I used three stitch markers while doing the decreases for the gusset. The mark of the beginning where we started to pick up the stitches, where the first decrease was, and the last decrease was. But how would you find the actual beginning so the toe decrease isn't turned differently from the heal?

[@Simplyinstitches]

The start of the row stitch marker is always the same one through the sock. It's always on the right side of the foot. This is your starting point for the toes, the same as the heel.

[@jeanettetones2389]

Hi Tina , for the medium size socks how many stitches should you have in between the 2 stitch markers on the heel please 😊

[@Simplyinstitches]

It's half the stitches 32 😁

[@karoljelbert1996]

Lovely, can't wait to try, thank you.

[@jenniferkershaw262]

thanks so much for helping me make my first sock, i really enjoyed it and I’m so grateful for your tutorial.x

[@meghand4950]

Thanks so much for this tutorial!

[@elainecheek8782]

Where do I count the 32 stitches from? I already have 2 stitch markers from doing the heel. Thanks.

[@brittanygentilini7417]

I’m almost at the toe decreases when it says 28 stitches remain in the notes for the medium when we get down to that what do we do next

[@lindaatwater6218]

Question how many rows to knit on the instep or in inches please. thank you

[@ellenfuller2250]

I've been watching all your sock videos, they are very helpful! I found a shortie pair I wish you would do called Walking in the maize by KyleAnn Williams!

[@Simplyinstitches]

I'm having a rest from tutorials but Ellie at Crafthouse magic is making them. I'm sure she would love your suggestion .

[@cynthiaricecindy8295]

How long was the leg part you just finished please help

[@brittanygentilini7417]

Do you have to use magic loop can you just stay in the round if possible

[@Simplyinstitches]

I now do a square toe . Knit your sock foot up to 4cm shorter than your foot. Then start the decreases. Decrease down to 32 stitches ( 16 stitches between each marker) . Kitchener the toe . You will find this more comfortable to knit and still has a nice fit. I hope this helps, happy knitting.

[@brittanygentilini7417]

@@Simplyinstitches thank you so much I am finishing up the gusset now so i do just regular knitting until the toe decreases ?

[@brittanygentilini7417]

@@Simplyinstitches thank you for replying so once I am back down 64 I just knit 2 inches or so and than close up

[@kathleenmcrobbie6810]

HI Tina, thank you so much for putting up these tutorials, I've actually managed to get to this point but OMG it's been a struggle LOL, never before have I even contempted making socks but sooooo many vlogs I follow are to do with making socks, so if in Rome. ;) I have to admit the toe is my most difficult to do. I am struggling doing the magic loop, but am plodding on, maybe the second sock will be easier. Do you have a Ravelry group? I can't fathom out Ravelry but would love to join your group if you have one.

[@Simplyinstitches]

I have a Ravelry project page but I haven't the time to run a group. If the toes are too tight for you you can use DPNs for that part if it's easier ;D

[@kathleenmcrobbie6810]

I finished the first sock, it was a struggle but so chuffed I did it. Confession time LOL I only went down to 26 stitches not 24. Oh it was a struggle though lol

[@paulinea9587]

Hi Tina! I love the yarn you used for this sock! What is the brand and color?

[@Simplyinstitches]

Hi it's Cuddlebums in the rainbow colourway ;D

[@simonevachon5082]

Hi Tina I just want to know how many stitches we have left after all decreases are done

[@linseyspolidoro5122]

It would be either 24, 28, or 32 depending on which size you are knitting. If you are knitting the medium size (the one she is knitting in the videos) it would be 28 stitches left after all the decreases. I’m knitting the small size and it took me 8 decrease rows (16 total with the knit rows in between) to get to the correct amount of stitches. So I believe it would be 9 decrease rows (18 total) for the medium size. Hope that helps.

[@oonagh2811]

How do you guage where to place the stitch markers for the toe decrease ??

[@Simplyinstitches]

@@oonagh2811 You use your original markers from your heel decreases. If you have taken these out ( always keep your Beginning Of Round marker on every project ) lay your sock in front of you as if to put it on . Smooth it out flat so the heel is in position and is lined up as it would be wearing. Your markers go at each side , with 32 stitches between (BOR marker on the right , 32 stitches along the top of the foot , left marker 32 Stitches along the bottom of foot ) make sure the foot is straight with the heel . I hope this helps , good luck 😃

[@eferr2535]

Thank you Tina, your tutorial has made me knit something that I never thought possible. I love this pattern but I would also like to learn how to do a short row heel. Do you think that maybe you can do a tutorial on cuff down plain vanilla sock with a short row heel on 9 inch circulars. That would give me more options/variety when knitting socks. Thanks again for these wonderful tutotials.

[@Simplyinstitches]

Sorry I'm not making tutorials at the moment . I'm really happy this one helped :D

[@joymcghee680]

If I can knit these then yes a patterned sock would be good too

[@MariaMLins]

Hi Tina...here in this part you said we need to get another stitch marker....I am a bit confuse because when knitting the heel gusset I had 2 markers on... so should I had taken one off?????By the way where did you get your stick markers? they're are lovely!!!!!

[@Simplyinstitches]

Hi sorry to confuse you. I always remove the second marker and just keep the start of the row. The second one is not needed through the foot. I just count 32 stitches and replace when I need to do the toes. It just saves moving an unneeded marker every row. Leave in or take out are both fine, the choice is yours. Always keep your start of row marker so you know where you are ;D

[@tigger827]

I hope you will still see this... I was wondering if you could help me. I removed both stitch markers because the written said remove as encountered but now I don't know where on my round I should start doing the 32 stitches 😔

[@Simplyinstitches]

If you lay your sock in front of you as if wearing, smooth it flat . This should give you an indication wear your sides are. Start of row marker on the right, and another on the left . When you knit in the round never ever take out the beginning of the row. I hope this helps ,good luck.

[@cynthiaricecindy8295]

Ok so it's me again how many row did you do for your size

[@sharonconstable2174]

Ive just finished the socks. Love the socks but the socks are two big and keep falling down

[@Simplyinstitches]

What a shame . Check your gauge with the pattern you may need to go down a needle size or knit the smaller size next time x

[@sharonconstable2174]

@@Simplyinstitches i did the socks on 3.25 needles. instead of 2.75 needles.

[@zoiesammons4511]

I’m not sure if you’re still checking comments for this video but on the off chance I wanna clarify something. So we’re taking 4 reductions per each row 1? Or 2 each?

[@devinwolfi]

for every decrease row, youre going to be decreasing by four stitches total, one on each side of both stitch markers, then a full knit row and then repeat. your pattern will tell you which decreases to make when but it still should be 4 decreases every other row regardless(unless the pattern says otherwise)

[@majoknitsandcrochet4643]

The pattern shows 2 decreases and then ask to make 4 decreases ,so how to make the other 2 decreases am confused

[@janetjohnson9240]

hi tina can you tell me when knitting the instep do you keep your stitch markers on until you reach the 13/4 from desired length. thank you

[@BrittanySpicknall]

I'm wondering the same thing...

[@dollywilson3395]

Please could you add closed captioning to your videos. Thank you.

[@KayUtley]

Which size would you knit for a man's size 8

[@Simplyinstitches]

If it's UK size 8 I would cast on 72 stitches . Happy knitting

[@deb3834]

oh crap, I removed my stitch markers. do you think I can place them in the same row of the top of the gusset? or at the row bottom end of gusset?

[@Simplyinstitches]

The stitch markers should be 32 stitches apart , 1 right side1left. Can you lay the sock out straight and place them in . It needs to be straight so the toe shaping doesn't throw the heel out . I hope this helps.

[@deb3834]

it does help. I folded the heel and flap in half, then 16 stitches left and 16 stitches right. but... I hope you'renot disappointed but my stitches were not tomy liking and I frogged it. Started all over again. Its self striping and I took notice of the beginning color this time. I do tend to knit tightly. I've done better this time. I love the tecture of the Eye of Partridge. I'm a bit of a perfectionist and these socks are to be a gift. My friend is amazed and very appeciative of my crafts. Love your videos, Deb. Va. Beach, Va. USA

[@leslieviner]

At 18:38 on your video, you began the dec row with a k1 ssk and slipped the stitches purlwise but in your previous dec rows you demonstrate ssk with knitwise slips. Will that make a difference in the finished edge?

[@Simplyinstitches]

I don't think it matters with SSK I have not noticed a difference. I'm not an expert so could be wrong and please correct me if I am, so I can pass the information on. I will look into it but I am sure it creates the same stitch. Thank you for your question, happy knitting

[@jackiebiggs8159]

so you knitted around to 32 place marker kept knitting then started round 1

[@susantyler5963]

How do I know where to put the stitch markers to begin the toe? Help!

[@Simplyinstitches]

You should have your start of row marker. 32 stitches after this is the other marker. If you have no markers lay your sock as if wearing it right side up. Flatten it out and place a marker on each side . Make sure your heel is in the right position or your foot will be twisted. Good luck

[@quiltingjen]

I know this may be a silly question but when you do stocking stick with knit 1row and purl 1row and you seem to be knitting every row. Is it because you are knitting in the round?

[@Simplyinstitches]

Yes, knitting in the round creates the stocking stitch with just knit stitch ;D

[@hebulanebula]

Do you just knit around in the last round?

[@Simplyinstitches]

Yes end on a knit round . Well done you're nearly there 😃

[@mandywilson4157]

At the end of video 6 there were 2 stitch markers but at the beginning of video 7 there is only 1! Have I missed something?

[@Simplyinstitches]

I prefer to just keep the beginning of the round marker when knitting the straight foot. I then count 32 and replace it for the toe decreases ;D

[@clairerice1647]

How and when would you do a different toe and heal color?

[@Simplyinstitches]

I'm going to include this in the next sock sock tutorials. I'm going to have a video next week to see to plan our next knit

[@clairerice1647]

Thank you very much! Your videos are very helpful and have gotten me all the way to the heel flap so far! Now I just need to finish socks and move one to a sweater...

[@Kayla-ey7zg]

Magic loop was hard. :( I was so worried about a hole that I made it so tight it was almost impossible to move the stitches along the needle. As a beginner that was tough but oh well.

[@ginnaricci4547]

Hello, would you tell me the size of your needles thank you.

[@Simplyinstitches]

I use 2.25mm 9" with 64 stitches for my UK size 6 foot

[@clairephillips8812]

thank you for putting this up also thank you for your email to say you have done it x

[@jackiebiggs8159]

so in the written part you put 28 as medium

[@catherinegraham4990]

I like you videos, but I think doing the toes on the little needles is soooooooo difficult!

[@Simplyinstitches]

You could try a square toe so you have more stitches. I don't like the look so much off the foot but they are a good fit on.

[@joycecaron6214]

Thank you i think i can make a sock now that looks like a sock lolol

[@MariaMLins]

thank you!!!!

[@christinedwyer3758]

Basically, I am finding these videos to be wonderful, but I got very lost at the end of heel gusset due to your incessant chatter. It would be more helpful if you were to say "End of Row x" or "Beginning of Row Y" so that we could be sure we were in the correct place. Thank you for all the work you have put into this. I am sharing these videos with my knitting group who are now making tube socks. You have taken the fear out of sock making.

[@mariegeorge6210]

my socks are beautiful

[@Simplyinstitches]

Well done x