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what it is
In the fall of 2009, still elated from the success of my first self-published book (Toe-Up! Patterns and Worksheets to Whip Your Sock Knitting Into Shape!), I immediately started planning my next project. While teaching at Sock Summit '09, I was beyond inspired by the incredible range and talent of the independent yarn dyers present at the event. I decided that my next book would offer a little "peek behind the curtain", detailing both the creative inspiration of dyers and my own design process.
Indie Socks: Knitting Patterns and Dyer Profiles Featuring Hand-Dyed Yarns is the culmination of my efforts and includes profiles of 24 exciting indie dyers from across the industry by Donna Arney, along with patterns I created especially for their yarn. The book also details some of my favorite tips and tricks for working with these sometimes challenging yarns. If you can't resist those lovely handpainted skeins at the store, but then get them home and can't figure out what to do with them, this book can help.
In the fall of 2009, still elated from the success of my first self-published book (Toe-Up! Patterns and Worksheets to Whip Your Sock Knitting Into Shape!), I immediately started planning my next project. While teaching at Sock Summit '09, I was beyond inspired by the incredible range and talent of the independent yarn dyers present at the event. I decided that my next book would offer a little "peek behind the curtain", detailing both the creative inspiration of dyers and my own design process.
Indie Socks: Knitting Patterns and Dyer Profiles Featuring Hand-Dyed Yarns is the culmination of my efforts and includes profiles of 24 exciting indie dyers from across the industry by Donna Arney, along with patterns I created especially for their yarn. The book also details some of my favorite tips and tricks for working with these sometimes challenging yarns. If you can't resist those lovely handpainted skeins at the store, but then get them home and can't figure out what to do with them, this book can help.
the patterns
In order to help fund production of the book (and keep me disciplined!), I organized a CSK or Community Sponsored Knitting club that ran from August of 2010 to July of 2011. Subscribers received one sock pattern per month via e-mail and will be sent a signed copy of the book once it comes out. We had loads of fun!
All patterns in the book include both written instructions and charts for all but the simplest stitch patterns. Designs were all test knitted and reviewed by two tech editors. While I can't guarantee the book is completely error-free, our quality control is rigorous and should've caught the most egregious problems.
Here's a peek at several of my favorite designs. You can visit the book's Ravelry page to see additional views, as well as peruse CSK members' projects.
In order to help fund production of the book (and keep me disciplined!), I organized a CSK or Community Sponsored Knitting club that ran from August of 2010 to July of 2011. Subscribers received one sock pattern per month via e-mail and will be sent a signed copy of the book once it comes out. We had loads of fun!
All patterns in the book include both written instructions and charts for all but the simplest stitch patterns. Designs were all test knitted and reviewed by two tech editors. While I can't guarantee the book is completely error-free, our quality control is rigorous and should've caught the most egregious problems.
Here's a peek at several of my favorite designs. You can visit the book's Ravelry page to see additional views, as well as peruse CSK members' projects.
our dyers
We've got two dozen fabulous dyers that we've profiled for this project, including the following:
preorder the book!
Click on the Buy Now button to preorder your signed copy of Indie Socks. With your preorder, you'll also receive a free download of the e-book within 48 hours.
Please note - due to the nature of Amazon sales, I cannot extend these benefits if you purchase the book through Amazon.
When the books arrive back from the printer, preorders will be given priority mailing, immediately after CSK members, based on the date of preorder. The e-book will only be available to CSK members and preorderers, so this is the only way to get your hands on the patterns before everyone else! Not only that, but the preorder price includes free shipping in the US and discounted Priority shipping internationally. Once the preorder period is over, the e-book will no longer be offered free with the print book and normal priority shipping rates will apply, so this is a great deal!
Shop Owners: If you'd like to preorder signed copies of the book and have them in stock hot off the presses (or schedule a trunk show), please e-mail us!
FAQ
How many patterns are in the book?
There will be 24 patterns.
What size are the socks?
All the socks are designed to fit a women's medium foot, which is between 7.5 & 8.5 inches around. Many of the socks will include smaller and/or larger sizes, and a couple include children's sizing, but the sizing becomes very difficult with the more complex patterns (it's difficult to change the stitch count of the sock without completely changing the look of the sock). There is a section in the book about resizing the socks yourself with options ranging from easy to more challenging.
Your first book was about toe-up socks. Will the sock patterns all be toe-up?
Absolutely not! The balance will be very close to 50/50. One pattern even goes both ways!
Will you have charts or written instructions for the stitch patterns?
Both! Except for very simple stitch patterns that don't really make sense to chart, each design is both written out and charted so you can use the method you prefer.
I don't use PayPal - are there other payment options?
Sure thing! I'm happy to take checks by mail. E-mail me when you send the check (our mailing address is PO Box 13607, Portland OR 97213 - make the check out to Chrissy Gardiner or Gardiner Yarn Works) so I can look for it at the post office.
Got questions? Send them in!
To learn more about Chrissy, please visit the Gardiner Yarn Works website or Chrissy's Ravelry page. Thanks so much for your support of independent knitting publishers and designers!
We've got two dozen fabulous dyers that we've profiled for this project, including the following:
- Abstract Fiber
- Black Bunny Fibers
- LavenderSheep
- Lorna's Laces
- Stitchjones
- Cephalopod Yarns
- The Sweet Sheep
- Creatively Dyed
- Mountain Colors
- Schaefer Yarns
- Knitted Wit
- Miss Babs
- CraftsMeow
- Pico(t)
- Curious Creek
- Elemental Affects
- Unique Sheep
- Hazel Knits
- Pagewood Farms
- Blue Moon Fiber Arts
- Blue Ridge Yarns
- Artyarns
- Shalimar Yarns
- Alpha B Yarn
preorder the book!
Click on the Buy Now button to preorder your signed copy of Indie Socks. With your preorder, you'll also receive a free download of the e-book within 48 hours.
Please note - due to the nature of Amazon sales, I cannot extend these benefits if you purchase the book through Amazon.
When the books arrive back from the printer, preorders will be given priority mailing, immediately after CSK members, based on the date of preorder. The e-book will only be available to CSK members and preorderers, so this is the only way to get your hands on the patterns before everyone else! Not only that, but the preorder price includes free shipping in the US and discounted Priority shipping internationally. Once the preorder period is over, the e-book will no longer be offered free with the print book and normal priority shipping rates will apply, so this is a great deal!
Shop Owners: If you'd like to preorder signed copies of the book and have them in stock hot off the presses (or schedule a trunk show), please e-mail us!
FAQ
How many patterns are in the book?
There will be 24 patterns.
What size are the socks?
All the socks are designed to fit a women's medium foot, which is between 7.5 & 8.5 inches around. Many of the socks will include smaller and/or larger sizes, and a couple include children's sizing, but the sizing becomes very difficult with the more complex patterns (it's difficult to change the stitch count of the sock without completely changing the look of the sock). There is a section in the book about resizing the socks yourself with options ranging from easy to more challenging.
Your first book was about toe-up socks. Will the sock patterns all be toe-up?
Absolutely not! The balance will be very close to 50/50. One pattern even goes both ways!
Will you have charts or written instructions for the stitch patterns?
Both! Except for very simple stitch patterns that don't really make sense to chart, each design is both written out and charted so you can use the method you prefer.
I don't use PayPal - are there other payment options?
Sure thing! I'm happy to take checks by mail. E-mail me when you send the check (our mailing address is PO Box 13607, Portland OR 97213 - make the check out to Chrissy Gardiner or Gardiner Yarn Works) so I can look for it at the post office.
Got questions? Send them in!
To learn more about Chrissy, please visit the Gardiner Yarn Works website or Chrissy's Ravelry page. Thanks so much for your support of independent knitting publishers and designers!
