Oct 16 2019
Sock making maniac – file depository!
So in case you don’t follow my instagram, last year I purchased a circular sock knitting machine (commonly abbreviated as “CSM”). I have been making socks on that sucker like crazy. Last year I also tried to do a “socktober” challenge, where I make 1 pair of socks a day. I think I fizzled out around day 4.
But I’m going for it again — I’m already behind, after last week I had a root canal and a bad head cold kicked my ass. I may not have 31 socks for 31 days, but I’mma keep going anyway.
I was putting a lot of facebook live videos up on the big CSM facebook group, but I decided a youtube channel would be a better way to go. I felt like I was spamming the group too much.
Along with that, I’d like to have a place to put files and references that I can refer to from my YT posts (that aren’t on facebook), so thus, this post.
First up, here’s my channel!
Here is my Sock Log sheet that I use for every pair of socks I make:
- PDF version: ACS.sock.log.checklist
- Excel version, if you like to tinker: ACS.sock_.log_.checklist.xlsx
I’ve also created a “foot sizing” worksheet to determine how many rows to knit for the foot to get a correct size. I have not revisited this form since last year so use at your own risk. I have still had some issues with getting the right size, but I think that’s due to variances in yarn stretchiness. Still, it’s a good resource just for learning how to make the right size (even if more testing is needed).
And finally, once I figure out the optimal tension of a yarn, I have a log to jot it down, along with other yarn specifics, such as yardage per 100g, how many rows per inch, foot rows (for me), etc. Here is that form:
Other handy dandy reference links are as follows:
- Erlbacher Gearhart made my Speedster sock machine and I adore it and this company!
- The Circular Sock Machine Knitters 2.0 Facebook group is always there for anyone who needs help or advice. They are great people with a great love of all things sock machine.
- The Circular Sock Knitting Machine Society is a great non profit org that you should definitely join if you make socks – dedicated to helping and preserving sock machine knowledge.
OK, that’s it! Hope you enjoy 
