After 5 Heels: Unlocking the Magic of Sock Tubes

In this class, you’ll learn how to:

• Divide a sock tube into individual socks
• Pick up stitches cleanly and accurately
• Add a custom-fit afterthought heel
• Knit a cuff with stretchy ribbing
• Shape and close the toe

This class is ideal for adventurous knitters who are comfortable with basic knitting techniques and are ready to add a powerful new skill to their sock-making toolkit.

Supplies to bring:

• One pre-knit sock tube (hand- or machine-knit)
• Circular needles for magic loop or DPNs (size appropriate for your yarn)
• Scissors, tapestry needle, and stitch markers
• Coordinating yarn for heels, cuffs, and toes

Let’s take the mystery (and fear!) out of cutting into your knitting—join us for this fun and fearless workshop!

Materials: Completed hand-knit or machine-cranked sock tube. Suggested needle size: 32" US 1 circular knitting needles for Magic Loop, US 1 Flexi-Flips, OR US 1 DPNs. *Note: Magic Loop will NOT be taught in this class. 20g fingering weight yarn in a contrasting color to knit the cuffs, heels and toes. Darning needle, stitch markers, and a pair of scissors. 

Prerequisite skills: Casting on, joining in the round, knitting, purling, binding off.

Homework: Bring your hand-knit or machine cranked sock tube to the first class. If you would like to take advantage of our Sock Tube Service, please allow 14 days for your tube to be cranked. 

Instructor: Kecia Kubota

Class Policies: Be sure to read our general Class Policies before registering.

Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel or reschedule your registration, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice before the start of your first class for a refund minus a $10 service fee. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice are non-refundable.