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Folk Socks: The History & Techniques of Handknitted Footwear, Updated Edition,New
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Originally published in 1994, Folk Socks taught knitters in North America all about how to knit socks with Nancy Bush's careful instructions, charts, and illustrations. Folk Socks offers a collection of 18 sock patterns pulled from European and British traditions, including boot socks, Birkenstock socks, lacy stockings, kilt hose, cabled and clocked socks, and more. There is also a chapter on essential sock knitting techniques for heel turns, toe shaping, and top ribbing for knitters of all skill levels.Folk Socks still contains the same indepth history and the same stepbystep instruction from Nancy Bush that sock knitters have come to love and depend on. Now you can get this popular resource with updated information on new yarns as well as modifications that Nancy has learned since first writing this book.A classic reference, now updated, this is a musthave for any sock knitter.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book Folk Socks? A: Folk Socks primarily focuses on teaching knitters how to create various sock patterns using handknitting techniques, drawing from European and British traditions.
- Q: How many sock patterns are included in Folk Socks? A: The book includes a collection of 18 sock patterns, featuring styles such as boot socks, lacy stockings, and cabled socks.
- Q: Is Folk Socks suitable for beginners? A: Yes, Folk Socks provides step-by-step instructions and a chapter on essential sock knitting techniques, making it suitable for knitters of all skill levels, including beginners.
- Q: What type of binding does Folk Socks have? A: Folk Socks is published in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Who is the author of Folk Socks? A: The author of Folk Socks is Nancy Bush, who is known for her expertise in knitting and has provided detailed instructions in the book.
- Q: When was the updated edition of Folk Socks published? A: The updated edition of Folk Socks was published on January 3, 2012.
- Q: What is the page count of Folk Socks? A: Folk Socks has a total of 152 pages.
- Q: Does the book include any historical context about sock knitting? A: Yes, Folk Socks includes in-depth historical information about sock knitting traditions, enriching the reader's understanding of the craft.
- Q: Are there any modifications or updates in the new edition of Folk Socks? A: The updated edition of Folk Socks features new information on yarns and modifications that Nancy Bush has learned since the original publication.
- Q: What is the item condition of the available copies of Folk Socks? A: The available copies of Folk Socks are listed in 'Good' condition.