Summer Lee Design Co.In this video I show you ten color combinations you can use right now in your knitting projects! I also give you my favorite tips and tricks for selecting a color palette.
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Choosing a Color Palette for your Knit Project! TEN Color Combinations You Can Use Right Now!Summer Lee Design Co.2024-01-30 | In this video I show you ten color combinations you can use right now in your knitting projects! I also give you my favorite tips and tricks for selecting a color palette.
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*Note: Some of the links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!Cuff Club Volume 2Summer Lee Design Co.2025-08-01 | In this video, I launch Cuff Club Volume 2, along with the first charts, and do a recap of Cuff Club Volume 1!
A fun, year-long sock knitting adventure! Cuff Club Volume 2 includes a Cuff Club Guide, Base Pattern, plus 12 months worth of charts that plug easily into the Base Pattern to create a new sock each month! The charts will vary between colorwork, cables, lace, and texture - you'll have a bursting sock drawer at the end of the year filled with a variety of beautiful socks! Best of all? Once you knit the unique cuff, the remainder of each sock is worked in relaxing stockinette. Additionally, you can use the charts in any of your other knitting projects!
How It Works
When you purchase Cuff Club Volume 2, you will receive:
~ The Base Pattern: Use this as your base to plug in the charts each month.
~ Cuff Club Volume 2 Guide: Your detailed guide on all things Cuff Club!
~ ALL of the monthly chart pages that have been released up to the point of your purchase. (Original release date: August 1, 2025). Each Chart Page contains pictures of the finished socks, the Chart (of course) and detailed instructions for how to work the chart into your Base Pattern!
~ You will then receive one (or more) NEW CHARTS on the 1st of every month for the remainder of the Club. (Club ends July 31, 2026)
After working your way through the charts, you’ll have a sock drawer full of lovely socks and a library of beautiful motifs you can use in a variety of projects.
SIZES INCLUDED
S (7” / 18 cm) M (8” / 20 cm) L (9” / 23 cm) XL (10” / 25 cm)
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~Buy my book: The Sock Project amazon.com/Sock-Project-Colorful-Cool-Socks/dp/1419768115/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0New Sock, New MERCH!Summer Lee Design Co.2025-05-16 | DISCLAIMER: When creating our merch, and this video, we did not realize that another fiber arts professional, Ann Merrow, had already coined the term "Sockupied" for their online magazine and book. This is our fault for not having done our due diligence during the R&D phase of our merch launch. We are deeply sorry for this oversight! The Sockupied Hat seen in this video has been removed from our merch shop, and all use of the term Sockupied has been ceased.
In this video, I knit a new sock from my book, The Sock Project, I introduce an exciting new line of MERCH, and I announce the winners of the Isibani Fundraiser Giveaway!
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SOCK KNIT IN THIS VIDEO: Pattern: The French Connection Socks (page 77 from my book The Sock Project) Yarn MC: Little Lionhead Knits Sock in "Let's Picnic" (my FAVORITE red of all time!) CC1: La Bien Aimee Super Sock in "Seaglass" CC2: Coates & Co. Fiber Cottage Sock in "Color 02 - Burgundy"
FUNDRAISER & GIVEAWAY DETAILS: This fundraiser is now closed, and Giveaway winners have been announce - Thank you to all of the generous donors who helped us raise over $28K for the Isibani Creche and Soup Kitchen!! You can learn more about the initiative by clicking this link: summerleedesignco.com/giving-page-1-1 We will be providing future updates on this initiative!
MUSIC HEARD IN THIS VIDEO: (In Order of Appearance)
'Summer Love' - Kylie Dailey 'Waltz's Claritas' - Dian Shuai 'Vagabond Train' - Dez Moran 'Rent out my Heart' - Zorro 'There's Still Time' - Erik Fernholm 'Cuernavaca Skies' - Will Harrison 'Free Spirit' - Max Volante
*Some of the items listed above are affiliate links. There is no extra charge to you, but I do earn a small commission when you purchase from that link. This helps support the podcast ~ thank you so much!the big birthday episodeSummer Lee Design Co.2025-04-25 | In this video, I celebrate my birthday by knitting myself a pair of socks using an extra special skein of yarn, and also by putting my entire library of patterns on sale for 30% OFF! *excludes color work cuff club*
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ALL of my patterns are ON SALE for 30% OFF until midnight CST Monday April 28th, 2025. No Discount Code Needed! Use links below to access my stores!
*Some of the items listed above are affiliate links. There is no extra charge to you, but I do earn a small commission when you purchase from that link. This helps support the podcast ~ thank you so much!i knit the most colorful socks everSummer Lee Design Co.2025-04-11 | In this video, I reimagine an existing pattern, the Mazie Socks, and create the most vibrant and colorful socks I've ever knit! (Also, I take you with me on a visit to a local art museum, and introduce you to my new favorite pastime: "fries and pie")
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MAZIE SOCKS MODS: Cuff Work the ribbing until the cuff measures 2” / 5 cm. Chart Repeat rnds 8 – 18 of the chart only a total of 3 times. Then work 1 rnd even in stockinette in your final color. Next, work half your sts in stockinette in your final color, then cut that color. Join in your heel color and work your heel flap and heel turn. Join in your first stripe color to pick up sts and begin working the gusset. Gusset Decreases and Foot Work 4 rnd stripes of each color you want to use. Toe Cut your last stripe color and join in your toe color. Work 1 rnd even, then begin the toe decreases.
*Some of the items listed above are affiliate links. There is no extra charge to you, but I do earn a small commission when you purchase from that link. This helps support the podcast ~ thank you so much!Knit a pile of hats with meSummer Lee Design Co.2025-03-28 | In this video, I design my new pattern set, The Everything Hat Pack (Stripes Edition)! (We also unveil a home improvement project, and take a trip for Spring Break!).
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The Everything Hat Pack is available, and ON SALE until midnight CST Monday March 31st, 2025. Use Discount Code HATS15 at checkout!
*Some of the items listed above are affiliate links. There is no extra charge to you, but I do earn a small commission when you purchase from that link. This helps support the podcast ~ thank you so much!Two Days, Two SocksSummer Lee Design Co.2025-03-07 | In this video, I take my popular Hibernal Socks pattern and modify it to create my favorite shorty socks ever!
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The Hibernal Socks, Hibernal DK Socks, and Hibernal Bundle are ALL ON SALE! No discount code needed! Use links below to purchase:
Music Heard in this Video: Til' the Sun Goes Down - OTE Ay Amor - Caro Luna Be Enough - Kylie Dailey Concrete Jungle - DonVayei Piano Concerto No. 3 in A Major - Mozart Petals - Staffan Carlen Pharaoh's Fury - Kylie Dailey Standing At Your Door - In Wintertime Standoff - Nylonia Sunny Blues - Will Harrison Way Past Taken - Kylie Dailey
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Knits I wear in the video (links to purchase below):
'Folded at the Corner' - Kylie Dailey 'All Blue Skies' - The Fly Guy Five 'Bring My Friends' - Tigerblood Jewel 'Don't Let Me Be This Way' - Sleepaway Camp 'Just Be Mine' - John Runefelt 'Smell of Morning Coffee' - Franz Gordon 'Where the Neon Stars Shine' - Bo the Drifter 'Free Spirit' - Max Volante 'No. 19 in C Major' - W.A. Mozart 'Out the Door' - Plain Strolls 'The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter" - Vivaldi
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ALSO in this video, we finally finish our Japandy bookshelf project!
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Knits I wear in the video (links to purchase below):
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*Some of the items listed above are affiliate links. There is no extra charge to you, but I do earn a small commission when you purchase from that link. This helps support the podcast ~ thank you so much!I tried something new - did it work?!Summer Lee Design Co.2025-01-25 | In this video, I attempt a colorwork sock mash-up! I select two sock patterns from my previously released Midwinter Sock Set and use funky colors to combine them into one Frankensock! Was it amazing? Or hideous? Watch and find out!
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*Some of the items listed above are affiliate links. There is no extra charge to you, but I do earn a small commission when you purchase from that link. This helps support the podcast ~ thank you so much!Im answering your questions!Summer Lee Design Co.2025-01-17 | In this video, I answer several questions submitted by subscribers. We talk about my knitting origins, the first sock I ever knit and the importance of blocking your hand knit socks. I show you my yarn stash and reveal the total number of socks in my collection. I also discuss dogs, provide a promised DIY reveal, and make some big announcements about the future of Summer Lee Design Co. Finally, I reveal plans for LOTS of new knitting tutorial videos and courses that are forthcoming! If you have any special requests for how-to-knit content, post it to me in the comments!! :)
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1) Knit one size larger than you normally would (ex: I am a size medium, so I knit the size large). Work this larger size for the cuff, leg, and heel. When you are decreasing to shape the gusset, follow the decrease instructions in the pattern to get down to the stitch count for your NORMAL size).
2) Knit the leg of the sock ONLY on US size 2 (2.75 mm) needles. Knit the cuff, heel flap, heel turn, gusset, foot, and toe on US size 1 (2.25 mm) needles.
3) When you finish the leg, discontinue the cable pattern. Knit the remainder of the sock in stockinette.
4) Instead of knitting a striped cuff followed by a solid color for the rest of the sock, try a fade with speckled yarns!
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Follow me on Instagram for inspiration, news, tips, and general life stuff! instagram.com/summer.lee.knitsIve Been Keeping a Secret!Summer Lee Design Co.2024-08-01 | In this video, I finally get to share the details of a year-long sock adventure I've been planning!
Looking for budget-friendly tonal yarns? Cascade Heritage: woolandcompany.com/collections/cascade-heritage Lang JaWoll: woolandcompany.com/collections/lang-yarns-jawoll KnitPicks Stroll: knitpicks.com/yarn/stroll/c/5420133I just knit the BEST socks Ive ever made!!!Summer Lee Design Co.2024-07-12 | In this video, I show you a new sock set I just knit - it might just be my favorite yet! I used three of my existing patterns and they're ON SALE! GET 25% OFF the Little Boxes, Little Dots, and Little Checks patterns now through Sunday, July 21st, 2024! No code needed - discount automatically applies at checkout!
Want to work with me? Contact me at summerleighknits@outlook.comI Knit Mermaid Socks for Summer! (And broke my own rule)Summer Lee Design Co.2024-05-24 | In this video, I knit the pattern that launched me as a designer! Looking to knit a pair of Mermaid Socks like mine? The Mermaid Avenue Socks are on sale for 20% off now through June 3rd, 2024! Grab the pattern here:
Want to work with me? Contact me at summerleighknits@outlook.comI Failed TWICE This Week (But I Learned What I DONT Like!)Summer Lee Design Co.2024-05-17 | This week was rough! I experimented with weird yarn, and the results . . . weren't what I was hoping for! 😂. I also tried to knit a cool ribbed sock, which you might like?
Want to work with me? Contact me at summerleighknits@outlook.comI Knit the Most Perfect PINK Socks!Summer Lee Design Co.2024-05-10 | I knit the most perfect pair of pink socks using one of my older patterns, the Stillwater Socks, all while the weather was popping off in Oklahoma.
Want to work with me? Contact me at summerleighknits@outlook.comI Knit Faded Shorty Socks (And I tell you exactly how to knit a pair of your own!)Summer Lee Design Co.2024-04-26 | Want to keep up-to-date on pattern releases and get special discounts? Sign up for my newsletter here: shy-queen-11066.myflodesk.com/ev9st9kqal
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SIZES The numbers below refer to the circumference of the ball of the foot, not the finished sock. Kid (5 -6” / 13 – 15 cm) S (7” / 18 cm) M (8” / 20 cm) L (9” / 23 cm) XL ( 10” / 25 cm)
MATERIALS Yarn Approximately (123) 147 (164, 189, 211) yards / (112) 134 (150, 173, 193) meters TOTAL of fingering weight sock yarn in a variety of speckled and/or variegated colors. I typically use either 3 or 4 colors for a faded shorty sock.
FADING TIPS When to Switch Yarns When working a standard 3-color fade on shorty socks, I finish my gusset decreases and then work 3 rnds before blending in my second color. I start blending the third color about 2” / 5cm before working the toe decreases. Ultimately, use your eye! It’s not an exact science, and you can begin blending a new color when you think the time is right!
How to fade/blend the yarns When you are ready to start blending in a new color, you can follow this pattern to achieve a more random striping of the old yarn (color A), and the new yarn (color B) A B A B A A B A B B A B A B B A Cut A and cont working with B only.
INSTRUCTIONS
Cuff With US size 1 (2.25 mm) needles and your first color (color A), CO (48) 57 (63, 72, 81) sts and join for working in the rnd, being careful not to twist your sts. Est 2 x 1 ribbing: [k2, p1] to end.
Cont working the ribbing until your cuff measures ¾” (2 cm), or your desired length. On the last rnd of the ribbing, some of you need to adjust your stitch counts. If you are working the Kid size, or L, move on to the leg instructions. The rest of you, make the following increase or decrease according to your size: S: Work in rib pattern to the last 3 sts, k2tog, p1. 56 sts. M: Work in rib pattern to the last 3 sts, kfb, k1, p1. 64 sts. XL: Work in rib pattern to the last 3 sts, k2tog, p1. 80 sts.
Leg Work 13 rnds even in stockinette, or until the leg, including cuff, is your desired length! The legs on my sample socks measure 2.75” / 7 cm.
Heel Flap K across the first (24) 28 (32, 36, 40) sts, then begin working the heel flap back and forth across the remaining (24) 28 (32, 36, 40) sts as follows:
Row 1 (RS): K2, [sl 1wyib, k1] to end. Turn work. Row 2 (WS): Sl 1 wyif, p to end. Turn work. Row 3: [Sl 1 wyib, k1] to end. Turn work.
Repeat rows 2 and 3 until Heel Flap measures (1.75) 2 (2, 2.25, 2.5)” / (4.5) 5 (5, 5, 6) cm. End after you have worked row 3.
You have now established the following pattern for your heel turn: sl 1, knit or purl to 1 st before the gap created by turning on the previous row, ssk or p2tog, k1 or p1, turn. Cont in this pattern until all your heel sts have been working, ending on a RS row. You should now have (14) 16 (18, 20, 22) heel sts.
Gusset With the right side of your work facing, pick up and k (10) 12 (14, 16, 18) sts along the left side of the heel flap. Next, K across the first (24) 28 (32, 36, 40) sts that we’ve left undisturbed on our needles while working the heel flap. Pm, and pick up (10) 12 (14, 16, 18) sts on the right side of the heel flap. K across the heel sts, then k down the first set of new sts you picked up on the left side. You’ve reached the end of the rnd, and all your sts have now been picked up. You should now have (58) 68 (78, 88, 98) sts on your needles.
Gusset Decreases Rnd 1: K across (24) 28 (32, 36, 40) sts, sl marker, k1, ssk, k around to 3 sts before the end of rnd, k2tog, k1. Rnd 2: Work even with no decreases.
Repeat these two rnds until you have (48) 56 (64, 72, 80) sts on your needles.
Foot Cont knitting in stockinette until your foot reaches just to the tip of your pinky toe.
Toe Rnd 1: K1, ssk, k (18) 22 (26, 30, 34) sts, k2tog, k1, pm, k1, ssk, k (18) 22 (26, 30, 34) sts, k2tog, k1. Rnd 2: K. Rnd 3: K1, ssk, k to 3 sts before next marker, k2tog, k1, sl m, k1, ssk, k around to 3 sts before end of rnd, k2tog, k1.
Repeat rnds 2 and 3 until (20) 24 (28, 32, 36) sts remain.
Want to work with me? Contact me at summerleighknits@outlook.comI Knit the CUTEST Colorwork Socks for SPRING!Summer Lee Design Co.2024-04-12 | In this video, I take you along as I design and knit an easy pair of colorwork socks for spring! I also give my front porch a much-needed makeover to make the coziest outdoor knitting spot!
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*Note: Starred links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!How to Knit Basic Socks that arent BORING!!Summer Lee Design Co.2024-04-05 | In this video I take you along as I challenge myself to knit three pairs of basic socks that are anything but basic or boring! Sometimes we need a simple, relaxing knit, but that doesn't mean we have to end up with a pair of socks that aren't fun to look at or wear! Watch this episode for all the Not Basic basic sock inspiration!
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*Note: Starred links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!FIVE TIPS to IMPROVE your SOCK KNITTING! (That you can use today!)Summer Lee Design Co.2024-03-22 | In this video, I give you FIVE tips that you can use starting today to improve your sock knitting! If you want to become a better sock knitter, and need helpful sock knitting tips and tricks, you've come to the right place!
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INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE THE BLANKET Materials: Fabric, scissors (or rotary cutter), sewing machine, thread, DMC floss, an expensive comforter (don't buy down - you'll be cutting it and feathers would be everywhere!).
Blanket sizing: Mine is 48" (122 cm) x 68" (173). I think this is a great size for a couch blanket, but you can make yours in whatever size you want!
1. Make your blanket top and bottom (both should be the same size). If you are using standard 44" (112 cm) wide fabric, you'll need to sew panels together to make it wide enough! If you want to do a quilted top like mine, I used this tutorial to make the half triangle squares: youtu.be/zjPQaQqrXnw?si=2R-e8nLjP6tdM-Sn
2. Lay out your comforter on the floor. Lay either your top or bottom piece on top of the comforter (it doesn't matter which one), and cut your comforter to match the piece in size.
3. Lay out your comforter on the floor. Lay your bottom piece on top of the comforter RIGHT SIDE UP. Lay your top piece on top of the bottom piece RIGHT SIDE DOWN.
4. Pin all three pieces together and then sew it all up, leaving about an 8" (20 cm) opening on one side so you can turn it right side out.
5. Trim the raw edges of your blanket with pinking shears, then turn it right side out. Sew up the opening you left.
6. Using DMC floss and an embroider needle, thread the floss through all three layers of fabric and tie a little knot! Do that in even spacing across the width and length of the quilt.
And that's it!Design a Pair of Socks with Me: PART 2 ~ Did I come up with a good design?!Summer Lee Design Co.2024-03-08 | Designing knitting patterns can be a rollercoaster ride of emotions 😂. Come along with me as I design a pair of socks from start to finish. To see part 1 of this dramatic saga, click here: youtu.be/vBrwKkbGa04?si=Fcx3mZwzDmhUcD5N
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*Note: Starred links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!Design A Pair of Knit Socks with Me! Part 1 ~ Things went REALLY Wrong.Summer Lee Design Co.2024-03-01 | Designing knitting patterns can be a rollercoaster ride of emotions 😂. Come along with me as I design a pair of socks from start to finish (and the ending of part 1 might surprise you - tune in next week for part 2!)
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Want to buy my book The Sock Project? Click here! https://a.co/d/cJWn4Pf
*Interested in owning my Knit Stars Season 7 Masterclass where I teach you how to elevate your sock knitting game? Click here: knitstars.com/fun-fast-socks-ref/?afmc=at
Got burning questions about knitting you want answered? Need some general life advice, or have some juicy gossip to share? Email me! summerleighknits@outlook.com
*Note: Starred links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!I Re-Designed My FIRST EVER SOCK Pattern + Refreshed My Dining Room!Summer Lee Design Co.2024-02-23 | In this episode, I show you this week's pair of hand-knit socks! I re-knit and re-designed my first sock pattern ever from four years ago! Want to knit these socks?! Find the pattern at the link below 👇 and use discount code BARB to get 20% off! Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/ode-to-barbara-socks My Website: summerleedesignco.com/patterns/p/barbara-socks
Like the yarn I used? The Main color is "Ogre" in Primo Sock from The Plucky Knitter. The Toe color is "Sixties Blue" in BFL Tweed Fingering from Little Lionhead Knits.
I also refreshed my dining room this week! I used "Lulworth Blue" from Farrow & Ball for the wall color! Dave did breadboard on the bottom of the walls, and board and batten on top. The drapes I sewed myself years ago, and the furniture is all thrifted!
Want to buy my book? Click here! https://a.co/d/cJWn4Pf
Interested in owning my Knit Stars Season 7 Masterclass where I teach you how to elevate your sock knitting game? Click here: knitstars.com/fun-fast-socks-ref/?afmc=at
My Spring Book Tour! Feb 24: McKinney Knittery, McKinney TX, 1pm March 3: Ozark Knit Co at Pearl's Books Fayetteville, AR, 2 pm
Got burning questions about knitting you want answered? Need some general life advice, or have some juicy gossip to share? Email me! summerleighknits@outlook.com
*Note: Some of the links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!How I Published a Craft Book! (And yep! We talk about Money)Summer Lee Design Co.2024-02-13 | In this video I talk about everything I learned during the process of working with a traditional publishing house to produce a book! Nothing is off-limits! I talk about advances, percentages, how I got the attention of my publisher - everything!
Want to buy my book? Click here! https://a.co/d/cJWn4Pf
Interested in owning my Knit Stars Season 7 Masterclass where I teach you how to elevate your sock knitting game? Click here: knitstars.com/fun-fast-socks-ref/?afmc=at
My Spring Book Tour! Feb 13: Full Circle Books Oklahoma City, 7pm Feb 17: Magic City Books Tulsa, 2pm Feb 24: McKinney Knittery, McKinney TX, 1pm March 3: Ozark Knit Co at Pearl's Books Fayetteville, AR, 2 pm
Got burning questions about knitting you want answered? Need some general life advice, or have some juicy gossip to share? Email me! summerleighknits@outlook.com
*Note: Some of the links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!Okay Knit Podcast: Episode 6Summer Lee Design Co.2024-02-09 | In this episode I show off my new chunky socks ~ The HIbernal DK socks! You can find the pattern here: Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/hibernal-dk-socks My Website: summerleedesignco.com/patterns/p/hibernal-dk-socks
Use Code HIBERNAL for 15% off!
I also talk about the difference between store-bought and hand-knit socks, and which one has the most advantages! Finally, I give you my number one tip for being the best sock knitter you can be!
Want to knit the basic socks I show off in this episode? You'll find the sock recipes in Chapter 3 of my new book! Order here: https://a.co/d/eqoPaMI
Interested in owning my Knit Stars Season 7 Masterclass where I teach you how to elevate your sock knitting game? Click here: knitstars.com/fun-fast-socks-ref/?afmc=at
My Spring Book Tour! Feb 13: Full Circle Books Oklahoma City, 7pm Feb 17: Magic City Books Tulsa, 2pm Feb 24: McKinney Knittery, McKinney TX, 1pm March 3: Ozark Knit Co at Pearl's Books Fayetteville, AR, 2 pm
Got burning questions about knitting you want answered? Need some general life advice, or have some juicy gossip to share? Email me! summerleighknits@outlook.com
*Note: Some of the links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!Okay Knit Podcast: Episode 5Summer Lee Design Co.2024-02-02 | In this episode I give you tips on finding out-of-print patterns, I show off a new pair of colorful ribbed socks, share a free pattern to use up all those speckled and variegated minis, and I do a recap of all my January knits, reads, and binge-worthy shows!
Want to knit the new socks I show off in this episode? You'll find the sock recipe in Chapter 7 of my new book! You'll find tips on neat color transitions for ribbing, as well as tips on how to avoid jogs when doing stripes as well. Order here: https://a.co/d/eqoPaMI
You can find the Seasons Socks pattern with the fun new colorwork modification instructions below. It's 10% off now through February 13th, 2024! No code needed on Ravelry!
Want to knit striped toes like I did? Here's the modification from the original pattern: When you work the toes, use two colors. Work 2 rnds of each color as you work the toe decreases. That's it!
My Spring Book Tour! Feb 13: Full Circle Books Oklahoma City, 7pm Feb 17: Magic City Books Tulsa, 2pm Feb 24: McKinney Knittery, McKinney TX, 1pm March 3: Ozark Knit Co at Pearl's Books Fayetteville, AR, 2 pm
Allll the books!
H is for Hawk: https://a.co/d/9i2qDOX Romantic Comedy: https://a.co/d/9i2qDOX The Body: https://a.co/d/2dR8FhP Hello, Beautiful: https://a.co/d/23hToJ2
Got burning questions about knitting you want answered? Need some general life advice, or have some juicy gossip to share? Email me! summerleighknits@outlook.com
*Note: Some of the links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!The Okay Knit Podcast: Episode 4Summer Lee Design Co.2024-01-26 | In this episode I talk all about nylon/wool blend sweaters, the merits of afterthought and forethought heels, whether you should block your socks each time you wash them, and I show off a fun new pair of socks!
Want to knit the new socks I show off in this episode? You can find the Seasons Socks pattern with the fun new colorwork modification instructions below. It's 10% off now through February 13th! No code needed on Ravelry!
Got burning questions about knitting you want answered? Need some general life advice, or have some juicy gossip to share? Email me! summerleighknits@outlook.com
*Note: Some of the links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!FIVE Sock Yarn Brands I Love!Summer Lee Design Co.2024-01-23 | In this video I share five sock yarn. brands that I love! I give you details about each yarn, including cost and yardage, plus show you some of the projects I made with each yarn!
Want to browse all my pattern listings to get more yarn ideas? Find them here! Ravelry: ravelry.com/designers/summer-lee My Website: summerleedesignco.com Interested in my new book The Sock Project? Find pre-order information here: https://a.co/d/eqoPaMI
*Note: The Amazon links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!Okay Knit Podcast: Episode 3Summer Lee Design Co.2024-01-19 | In this episode I talk all about my mismatched Scattered Purl Socks, a fun pattern from the Hello Sailor Sock Set! Use code AHOY to get 20% off the Hello Sailor Sock Set, which you can find in the following places:
Want to knit striped toes like I did? Here's the modification from the original pattern: When you work the toes, use two colors. Work 2 rnds of each color as you work the toe decreases. That's it!
I also talk about two Curtis Sittenfeld books ~ find them here: Romantic Comedy: https://a.co/d/9PqZUHc Prep: https://a.co/d/epCySw2
Got burning questions about knitting you want answered? Need some general life advice, or have some juicy gossip to share? Email me! summerleighknits@outlook.com
*Note: Some of the links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!Okay Knit Podcast: Episode 2Summer Lee Design Co.2024-01-12 | In this episode I talk all about my hat knitting pattern, Hibernal Hat, which you can find in the following places: Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-hibernal-hat My Website: summerleedesignco.com/patterns/p/the-hibernal-hat
Got burning questions about knitting you want answered? Need some general life advice, or have some juicy gossip to share? Email me! summerleighknits@outlook.com
*Note: Some of the links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!Okay Knit Podcast: Episode 1Summer Lee Design Co.2024-01-05 | In this episode I talk all about my new book, The Sock Project, which you can pre-order here: https://a.co/d/5s2M8KX
Got burning questions about knitting you want answered? Need some general life advice, or have some juicy gossip to share? Email me! summerleighknits@outlook.com
*Note: Some of the links in the description are affiliate links and I do earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you! Thank you so much for the support! The commissions help me continue creating this podcast!How to Knit bobbles | Bobble Knitting Tutorial Video | Learn how to make bobbles in your knitting!Summer Lee Design Co.2021-04-15 | This knitting tutorial video will teach you how to make bobbles! It's a super simple technique that adds so much fun texture to your knitting. In this video, I'm using bobbles in my In Bloom Sock Pattern Set, which you can find on 👇 Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/in-bloom-sock-set Etsy: etsy.com/listing/1016304946/easy-beginner-lace-sock-knitting-pattern?ref=shop_home_active_1&pro=1
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me continue to provide free content!My Ultimate Guide to Knitting Striped Socks | Summer Lee Design Co.Summer Lee Design Co.2021-03-25 | This knitting tutorial video will show you three tips for knitting striped socks! You'll learn how to: ⭐️Knit your ends in as you go so you don't have to weave in a ton of ends! ⭐️ Move your BOR to create smoother transitions ⭐️ Avoid the Jog between color changes
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me continue to provide free content!My Method for Knitting Colorwork Socks!Summer Lee Design Co.2021-03-20 | In this video, I'll show you exactly how I knit simple color work socks! You'll see what needles I use, and how I manage my yarns!
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me continue to provide free content!Sock Knitting Tutorial: How to Knit Rounded Toes | How to Avoid Pointy Toes | Summer Lee Design Co.Summer Lee Design Co.2021-03-10 | This sock knitting tutorial video will show you three simple tricks I use to avoid pointy ends on the toes of my socks!
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me continue to provide free content!How to Knit the Latvian Braid | A Sock Knitting Tutorial by Summer Lee Design Co.Summer Lee Design Co.2021-02-18 | This sock knitting tutorial will teach you how to knit the Latvian Braid! It looks complicated, but in reality it's so easy to knit!
You can find the pattern featured in the knitting tutorial here:
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me continue to provide free content!Estonian Inlay Knitting Tutorial | Roosimine Knitting Tutorial | Summer Lee Design Co.Summer Lee Design Co.2021-02-18 | This sock knitting tutorial video will teach you the beautiful Estonian Inlay Knitting technique! It looks like knitting magic, but in reality it's quite easy to do! Also known as Roosimine, Estonian Inlay Knitting incorporates intricate designs using "floats" of yarn on the front of your knitting.
You can find the sock pattern I'm using on Ravelry: Or on Etsy:
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me continue to provide free content!How to Knit a Striped Tube Scarf | Stash Dive Scarf Tutorial | Summer Lee Design Co.Summer Lee Design Co.2021-01-18 | In this video, I'm going to show you how to knit a striped tube scarf! I've got all kinds of tips and tricks for knitting your ends as you go so you don't have to weave in all those millions of ends when you finish the scarf!
I'll also show you how to avoid getting a jog in your stripes, and how to close your ends up so you have a nice, neat finished scarf! This project uses up tons of leftover worsted weight and fingering weight yarn - it's a perfect stash buster knitting project!
This is a perfect project for beginners! If you want to learn how to knit a striped scarf, this pattern will walk you through every step!
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me continue to provide free content!How to Knit 1x1 Twisted Rib | A Knitting Tutorial by Summer Lee Design Co.Summer Lee Design Co.2021-01-07 | This sock knitting tutorial will teach you how to knit a 1x1 twisted rib cuff! It's easier than you think, and it produces a neater 1x1 ribbing!
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me continue to provide free content!How to Knit Colorwork Socks / Fair Isle Sock Knitting Tutorial | Summer Lee Design Co.Summer Lee Design Co.2020-12-01 | This fair isle sock knitting tutorial will teach you tips and tricks for knitting colorwork on socks!
You can find the knitting needles I use for magic loop here: amzn.to/3ilNY0e You can find the Addi Easy Sock Tiny Circulars here: amzn.to/370HJLE You can find the double-pointed needles here: amzn.to/2SiMTvm
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me continue to provide free content!Knitting Podcast Episode #4 | Summer Lee Design Co.Summer Lee Design Co.2020-10-11 | In this episode of my sock knitting podcast, I talk about Dad stories!! (of course), a bonus mom story, a dating story, sock knitting, new yarn + new stitch markers, the knitting tools I use, books I'm loving, and my brand new photography/videography set-up!
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me to continue providing free content!Knitting Tutorial: How to Knit CablesSummer Lee Design Co.2020-10-02 | This knitting tutorial video will teach you how to knit cables! Whether you are knitting cabled sweaters, cabled hats, cabled mittens, cabled scarves, or my personal favorite - cabled socks, this video will teach you what materials you need, how to read cable charts, and how to knit cables!
You can find the knitting needles I use for magic loop here: amzn.to/3ilNY0e You can find the 3-piece curved cable needle set here: amzn.to/3n9LNAp You can find the double-pointed needles here: amzn.to/2SiMTvm
Interested in filming your own podcast or instructional videos for YouTube? You can find the lights I use here: amzn.to/3l6Qrxi
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me continue to provide free content!Knitting Podcast Episode #3Summer Lee Design Co.2020-09-25 | In this episode of my knitting podcast, I talk about current socks I'm knitting, future sock knitting designs, the pair of Mermaid Avenue Socks I knit during a hurricane, another funny dad story, tales from my long ago dating life, two tripes to a magical yarn store, and an incident involving a Lincoln Town Car and potbellied pigs.
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me to continue providing free content!KNITTING PODCAST EPISODE #2Summer Lee Design Co.2020-09-11 | In this knitting podcast episode, I talk about sock knitting (of course!), new yarn, new knitting needles, bad dates, awkward dads, and why you don't want to get mixed up in elk mating season.
DISCLAIMER: Some of the above links are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you purchase something through that link. There's no extra charge to you! Your support helps me to continue providing free content!