I now have two crocheted socks. I didn't even think I was going to be able to crochet one. A long time ago (maybe ten years or so?) it seemed knitting socks was all the rage. I haven't knit since high school but I do crochet quite a bit. Well anyway...I picked up a few skeins of different sock yarns as well as a book on crocheting socks and then I stuck them away for a rainy day or for a day after retirement. Since I have been retired almost 7 years I decided it was time to dig out all those things I thought I was going to do when I was retired. And so, as you can see I crocheted a pair of socks.
Now no worries about SSS or Second Sock Syndrome. According to various sources on the internet..."The Second Sock Syndrome is a widespread phenomenon. It is characterized by the fact that the second sock of a pair takes much longer to complete than the first sock did - or that the second sock isn't even started."
The second sock fits better than the first at the toe and heel but they do feel soft and comfy.
I rarely leave my house but since I had a few errands to do I decided to give my socks a trial run. I put on my socks and my workboots and I was ready to go.
Wearing my fancy socks is kind of like wearing fancy underwear...no one knows what's under there but me.
And I decided after my trial run that even though my socks look heavy they are not as heavy as the socks I usually wear in my workboots. So next time I go out I might wear my fancy socks with my sneakers. I might wear some fancy underwear too. No, I don't crochet underwear!
And, guess what...I started crocheting another pair of socks. I still have more sock yarn for a rainy (or snowy or windy or sunny) retirement day. Stay tuned!
20 comments:
Enjoy your socks, they're lovely!
Thanks for that term, Second Sock Syndrome. It is nice to have a name (diagnosis!) of what I have. I keep thinking about hanging those single socks on the mantle at Christmas! I did finally knit two socks that match last year, taking a year to make #2, but they are not as comfy as yours appear to be. I wear them around the house. I will stick to hats and mittens from now on!
Enjoy your socks. There is nothing better to wear than hand knit socks. I imagine crocheted socks are similar. I always knit two socks at the same time; knit both toes, foot, heels, leg. I use two sets of needles and off I go. Lovely yarn.
They are really stylish with color and texture. Never heard of second sock syndrome, but I will never make to one sock syndrome. I knit tons of scarfs years ago for about 5 years because of color and texture and they did not have to be fitted. When the local yarn stores closed, I realized I was such a slow knitter, I would throw myself all into quilting (once again,doesn't have to be fitted).
I do the same as Berkshire Tatter above when I knit socks. When I get to the end of sock #1, there's just the toe and ends left on sock #2. Not sure if that would translate to crochet socks. though. Yours look lovely and cushy. Congrats on the finish.
They look so cozy and comfortable!
I love those socks. I have to find a good crocheted sock pattern. I have yet to make a pair of socks. I am looking forward to seeing your next pair. Are you using the same pattern?
Those are such pretty socks! I would love to learn to knit or crochet socks. Maybe a book to teach me would be the key. Enjoy your new pair, Cathy, and keep going!
I'm happy you conquered Second Sock Syndrome. I think you are so clever to be able to crochet socks. I'm managing my Granny Stripes which is taking forever to turn into a blanket.
Great socks. I have never heard of Second Sock Syndrome.
You did some great looking socks to keep your toes toasty during the cold months. It looks so complicated. Enjoy! ;^)
Thank you for the giggle today! No one knows whats under there, but you feel great because you do know, and the gorgeous socks are fab!
I just love how your crocheted socks came out!! I've never known there were pattern books out for that; I used to knit but since my arthritis set in I find it less painful to crochet...still working on my blankie;))) hugs, Julierose
Your socks look lovely and cosy. Enjoy wearing them. Hope you are managing with hubby especially if you have to run errands.
Soft and comfy are the only things that really matter with socks! Love the bright flashy happy colors!
Good on you, beating the dreaded second sock syndrome! It is indeed a real thing, and happened to me on my very first pair. No more, I'm pleased to say, as I knit my socks flat on two needles, and do both together now at the same time.
Nice job on the socks Cathy! Such beautiful colors too. I haven't knit or crocheted since about high school either but I'd rather be sewing or quilting.
Thanks for modeling them. I love them. They look great. Looking forward to seeing the next pair. Might as well use up that yarn!
Ha ha I absolutely adore your sneakers! I have a pair similar to those just a different color. Your socks will make those sneaks even more comfy.
Kathy S in Pa
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