Crochet socks are always a warm product. But the craftsmen consider the most important qualities of such socks to be their durability. In fact, a dense crochet pattern can be 2 or even three times larger than the stockinette stitch. These socks will be difficult to wear out quickly. You don’t need to knit in two threads, or even tighten the thread for the heel and toe. Below is a detailed description of how to knit such socks, and what patterns the master most often uses for his work. The color scheme is chosen in dark tones: from blue to gray-black shades.
Selection of yarn and hook
For socks knitted and crocheted, it is better to use stronger yarn. But if durable cotton is suitable for summer models, winter ones are not knitted from them. The fact is that such a thread is not so strong, and because of this the master is forced to simply add it to a thick thread. Knitting in two threads, and using a hook as a tool, is not always convenient, the threads fork in two and are constantly tangled.
Better for work use either special sock yarn or make a product from 50% wool with numerous additives, who are ready to make the canvas much stronger. The hook itself is always selected depending on the thickness of the thread, which is then used in the work.
Measurements
Knitting socks (sneakers) is not that difficult. But for a beginner, it is advisable to note on a piece of paper three important measurements by which an approximate layout of the sock should be drawn up. The first size is, of course, the length of the foot. Then the measurement is a transverse measurement measured across the joint (ankle). The third measurement is the circumference along the rise line. For the circumference of the elastic of the sock, use a transverse measurement with slight decreases.
These measurements can be drawn on a piece of paper, and then, after determining the knitting density using a specially knitted pattern, count the number of loops for each measure. In fact, craftsmen knit crochet socks in circular rows, and all these measurements will help make smooth increases.
How to crochet men's socks?
Beautiful men's socks are easy to make using multi-yarn. To do this you will need to use special multi-colored yarn, and more convenient to use with short color transition intervals. Experimental colors are best reserved for bright children's clothes, while for men it is better to use gray-green or blue tones.
For work use:
- multi yarn;
- multi yarn hook.
Measurements
Take only three measurements for the model’s leg. The first measurement will be the length of the foot. And immediately note this indicator on a piece of paper. There is no need to reduce anything. Then the measurement is the circle along the line of rise. This line is located approximately in the middle of the length of the foot. This measurement is necessary so that the sock fits the leg well and is not too tight.The third and final measurement for the sock will be the transverse circumference.
The measurement takes place along the line of the ankle joint (it is at the junction of the bones of the lower leg and foot). Measure from the heel and along the upper back side (along the transverse circumference of the joint). Sign all measurements so that nothing gets mixed up during the execution of the model.
Sample
Using the main pattern to make a certain square is special sample. A very important point in any product. Since it is he who helps to calculate the correct dimensions of the future sock. Knit this square, and then simply insert a ruler and count how many repeats are made horizontally by 10 cm. Then turn the ruler over and position it strictly vertically. Calculate how many rows there are in 10 cm. Two numbers give the knitting density, and then, using a simple mathematical proportion, it will be possible to calculate how many repeats are required in a circle according to the obtained measurements.
Rubber
The work begins with an elastic band, and it is very reminiscent of a knitted sock. Very interesting crochet elastic band. Consists of convex columns and simple columns with one crochet. It's a pleasure to knit.
Important! It is very simple, but beginners should keep in mind that the pattern is for flat knitting, and the work is done in the round. Therefore, you will need to do everything as in the first row. Use only alternating convex stitches and no concave stitches on the wrong side. In such a sock, nothing is done on the wrong side.
Knit a total of 6 rows along the required circle using this elastic band. Connect each row using a connecting loop at the top of the first column. Do each lift for a new row with the usual 3 air loops.
Next, the elastic is knitted in several rows of simple stitch stitches with one crochet. In this model, only 17 rows of such columns were used. Then a little more difficult is the heel.
Heel
To create a heel, you will need to select the second part from the entire circle and knit a row with single crochet stitches without changing the pattern. And then dial as many columns as you can in a semicircle. Next, knit rows to the top of the heel, and in each row make decreases at the places of transition from the main circle to places with added air loops.
Decrease 4 stitches in each row. In order not to leave holes in the canvas, do the reduction as follows. Knit two partial stitches with one crochet and connect the tops into one loop. Knit this way until you get the desired size; in this model, 7 circular rows were knitted for the heel. Make the latter with connecting loops, so you can carefully connect the two sides and get an even seam that will not protrude and interfere with the leg.
The basis
Immediately after the heel, cut the thread and hide the remainder with a crochet hook. Switch the work to the base, and then knit circular rows from the heel loops and the toe elastic. To get neat transitions, make small decreases at the junctions of these parts. Make decreases according to the heel principle, so there will be no holes, and the knitting will look neat.
Knit and make smooth decreases according to the measurements in each row. Knit according to this principle to the toe and decrease it on both sides. It is better to decrease on the sides, so the toe will look neat, and the decreases will not interfere with their seams.
Perform the last row, as on the heel, with connecting loops. This will help to connect the sides and make such a connection unnoticeable. It will not interfere and will look very neat.
So the wonderful men's socks are ready. They turn out very strong and warm.
Men's socks patterns
For quick orientation for the craftsman, below are small selections of crochet patterns for making beautiful socks.
All of these new items are very dense and very durable. In these socks you won't be afraid of the coldest winter.
Now Unusual products are very popular. For example, different geometric jacquards. It will take several colors for such execution and a lot of concentration from the master, but such wonderful things are definitely worth it.
Many models of socks for men can be made according to the simplest patterns. Add a couple of fashionable techniques, such as jacquards or ombre techniques, and they will become an unforgettable gift for any date. You should not stop at the simplest models. By improving your techniques, you can make such luxurious models that you would never have dreamed of just a short time ago. It's all the training and perseverance of the master.
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