Chicken #2

The second pair of Chicken Socks is finished. This time, Dark Cornish Rooster. I do seem to be attracted to the Roosters, I think that they have more vibrant colors.

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This was a highly variegated yarn, and therefore also needed a pattern to compliment that. Hence the Monkey Socks by Cookie A yet again. I cannot count how many times I have knit this pattern.

The sock knit up nicely, I opted to change the heel and cuff colors and do a striped toe.

One thing that was written in the original Monkey pattern, was after you have finished the heel and picked up the sides for the gusset, on the next row do a twisted stitch to firm that pick-up. I had glossed over that part on my first few Monkey socks, but when I tried it, I really liked the effect. Every sock that I make with a heel gusset now has this technique. If you look closely, it is visible in this photo.

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Chicken #1

I finally decided to start knitting my chicken (rooster) yarns. The first one that I chose was Blue Splash Wheaton Rooster

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The yarn has so much variegation to it, that the sock pattern wanted to be fairly simple.

I chose just a simple 1×1 rib with a cable running down each side.

They came out so pretty. Saving for Christmas gift.

The contrasting heels and toes are a nice accent.

I really like this yarn and the colors. There is enough left for a pair of short socks.

Trying to stay away from the website!

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