Socks A La Carte: Pick and Choose Patterns to Knit Socks Your Way

Whether you already love knitting socks or want to start your first pair, you'll find everything you need in Socks a la Carte. Choose from a huge selection of cuffs, bodies, heels and toes to mix and match in any combination you like - the possibilities are literally endless. From lacy motifs and feminine picot edging to sturdy ribbing and a ruffled cuff that brings back childhood memories, Socks a la Carte has something for every sock lover. Flip through the split pages to see how your choices combine, then find the pattern for each sock component in the front of the book. You'll be knitting the socks of your dreams in no time at all.

And if you're knitting socks for the first time, don't worry. You'll find all the information you need to get started, including:

• basic information about sock structure
• instructions for customizing socks to fit
• a helpful illustrated techniques section
• information on knitting socks with double-pointed and circular needles
• a glossary of sock-knitting techniques
• online sock-knitting resources