Monday, April 9, 2012

Hermes Winged Baby Socks


The Greek god Hermes is famous for his winged sandals. I thought that that it would be cute to adapt this image into some baby socks!


The socks are a fast knit, and you can put either one or two wings on each sock to make your favorite baby fly!


Materials
  • Shine Sport (or other sport weight yarn) in White and Yellow (Cream and Butter were the color names.) This project consumed: 28 g yellow (~62 yards), 15 g white (~33 yards) making two socks and four wings.
  • Needles -size 2 (2.75 mm) double pointed knitting needles (or round sufficient for magic loop)
  • Yarn needle for weaving in loose ends
  • Sewing thread and needle (optional)
  • Gauge (of sock): 13 sts/2 inches; 17 rows/2 inches over stockinette.
  • Finished Size - Width: 2.25 inches, toe to heel: 4.5 inches. (Should fit a 3-6 month baby.)

The Pattern for the Baby Socks (Make 2)
  • The Cuff
    • Cast on 33 sts. Join to knit in the round.
    • Knit in 2x1 ribbing (K2, P1 across) for 10 Rounds.
    • Next Round: K31 sts, SSK (32 sts)
    • K 14 rounds of stockinette (K all stitches.) A total of 25 rows have been knit at this point.
  • Short Row Heel - Note: The heel is knit flat in short rows across a total of 16 stitches.
    • Heel Round 1: K 15, turn (16 sts on the needle - one is left unknit on the needle.)
    • Heel Round 2: YO, P 14, turn (17 sts)
    • Heel Round 3: YO, K13, turn (18 sts)
    • Heel Round 4: YO, P12, turn (19 sts)
    • Heel Round 5: YO, K11, Turn (20 sts)
    • Heel Round 6: YO, P10, turn (21 sts)
    • Heel Round 7: YO, K9, turn (22 sts)
    • Heel Round 8: YO, P8, turn (23 sts)
    • Heel Round 9: YO, K7, turn (24 sts)
    • Heel Round 10: YO, P 6, turn (25 sts)
    • Heel Round 11: YO, K6, K2tog, turn (25 sts)
    • Heel Round 12: YO, P7, SSP, Turn (25 sts)
    • Heel Round 13: YO, K8, K3tog, turn (24 sts)
    • Heel Round 14: YO, P9, SSSP, turn (23 sts)
    • Heel Round 15: YO, K 10, K3tog, Turn (22 sts)
    • Heel Round 16: YO, P11, SSSP, turn (21 sts)
    • Heel Round 17: YO, K 12, K3tog, turn (20 sts)
    • Heel Round 18: YO, P 13, SSSP, turn (19 sts)
    • Heel Round 19: YO, K 14, K3tog, turn (18 sts)
    • Heel Round 20: S1, P14, SSSP, Turn (16 sts)
  • Body of the Foot
    • Next Round: S1, K 14, [S1, M1 stitch from instep, PSSO], K 16 (32 sts)
    • Next Round: Pick up (but don't knit) one stitch from instep, K2tog with first stitch of the round, K 31. (32 sts)
    • K 15 rounds.
  • Toe Decreases
    • Decrease Round 1: K1, SSK, K10, K2tog, K2, SSK, K10, K2tog, K1 (28 sts)
    • Decrease Round 2: K across
    • Decrease Round 3: K1, SSK, K8, K2tog, K2, SSK, K8, K2tog, K1 (24 sts)
    • Decrease Round 4: K across
    • Continue pattern as established, decreasing 4 sts in pattern on odd rows, knitting across on even rows until 12 stitches remain. (End on an odd row)
    • Graft the final stitches together using the Kitchener Stitch.

The Pattern for the Wings - Worked Flat (Make either 2 or 4, depending on how many wings you want on each sock.) You can also refer to the chart below these written instructions.
1. CO 19 stitches.
2. K1, SSK, K15, M1, K1 (19 sts)
3. K1, M1, K18 (20 sts)
4. K1, SSK, K16, M1, K1 (20 sts)
5. K20
6. K17, K2tog, K1 (19 sts)
7. K1, SSK, K13, K2tog, K1 (17 sts)
8. K14, K2tog, K1 (16 sts)
9. K1, SSK, K13 (15 sts)
10. K1, SSK, K11, M1, K1 (15 sts)
11. K1, M1, K1, M1, K13 (17 sts)
12. K1, SSK, K13, M1, K1 (17 sts)
13. K1, M1, K16 (18 sts)
14. K1, SSK, K14, M1, K1 (18 sts)
15. K18
16. K1, SSK, K12, K2tog, K1 (16 sts)
17. K1, SSK, K13 (15 sts)
18. K1, SSK, K9, K2tog, K1 (13 sts)
19. K1, SSK, K10 (12 sts)
20. K1, SSK, K8, M1, K1 (12 sts)
21. K1, M1, K8, K2tog, K1 (12 sts)
22. K1, SSK, K8, M1, K1 (12 sts)
23. K1, M1, K8, K2tog, K1 (12 sts)
24. K1, SSK, K8, M1, K1 (12 sts)
25. K9, K2tog, K1 (11 sts)
26. K1, SSK, K5, K2tog, K1 (9 sts)
27. K1, SSK, K2, K3tog, K1 (6 sts)
28. SSK, K2tog, K2tog (3 sts)
29. K3tog (1 sts)
Cut yarn and pull through remaining stitch.



The chart summarizes all rows of the wings.

Chart key

FinishingWith yarn needle and yarn (or sewing needle and thread, whatever is your preference, sew the wings onto the socks. I decided the placement of the first wing by pinning the wing on while the sock was stuffed, and then using that placement as a guide for the other sock.


If you are making the two wing version of the socks, make sure you attach the wings to opposite sides of each sock. (you don't want one wing on the outside of the foot, and the other wing on the inside of the other foot!)


Tip: So your little one doesn't actually start flying across wooden floors, make the soles non-stick with puffy paint.


Other Pictures from Construction of the Wings

My initial sketch of the wing.

The graph paper doesn't have the correct gauge for the wings, but I wanted to get a sense of the size relative to the sock.

My attempt of a stockinette wing - it was turning out too large so I adjusted the design to fit the sock better.

The wing pinned onto the sock.

I do not have a model available to show you how these socks fit on a baby. I would love to see pictures!



---------------------------------------
Abbreviations Used in this pattern:
WS - Wrong side of the fabric
RS - Right side of the fabric (the side of the project that you will see in the end)
S1 - slip one stitch purlwise
Kfb - increase by knitting into the front and back of a single stitch.
M1 (Make 1)- increase stitch by picking up yarn between two stitches, twisting and knitting.K - knit
P - purl
I-cord - knit stitches on dpn's without ever turning the needle (effectively knitting in the round with a small number of stitches.)
SSK - decrease by slipping two stitches then knitting them together. Alternatively, you could slip one stitch, knit one stitch and pass slipped stitch over.
SSP - Slip two stitches as if to knit, transfer back to the left hand needle. Purl the two slipped stitches together through the back loop.
SSSP - Slip three stitches as if to knit, transfer back to the left hand needle. Purl these three slipped stitches together through the back loop.
K2tog - decrease by knitting two stitches together.
K3tog - decrease by knitting three stitches together. (2 stitches decreased)
Kitchener stitch - a method of grafting live stitches together to make an invisible seam.

This knitting pattern was created by ChemKnits for your personal or charity use. You are not to distribute or sell this pattern without the permission of ChemKnits. © 2012 ChemKnits

31 comments:

  1. So cute! Don't lose the pattern, I want these for my baby in a few years!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I'll keep that in mind, darling. ;) I don't intend on losing the pattern!

      Delete
  2. This is so cool!!!! I think it would look really nice in brown and cream,too! Thanks for the instructions! I'm so saving it! :)

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Brown and cream would be tons of fun. I'm glad you like the pattern!

      Delete
  3. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  4. I am so wanting to make a knitted angel wings to attatch to a harness for my puppy please can anyone help me - I've been knitting for 64 yrs but cannot make my own patterns please can someone help me thank you so much xxx

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I'm not sure these wings would be the best choice but depending on the size of your puppy if you use super bulky yarn and really big needles you might be able to size these up in a way that would be cute for a small dog. Good luck!

      Delete
  5. Nice post! This is a very nice blog that I will definitively come back to more times this year! Thanks for informative post. socks manufacturing plant

    ReplyDelete
  6. This blog is a first class work, It is indeed a classic work of art.
    custom sock manufacturers

    ReplyDelete
  7. These socks are gaining popularity day by day. This is because they are worn for both fashion purposes and also worn as fashion accessories. As a result of which you will find a lot of custom design tube socks in the market. custom tube socks

    ReplyDelete
  8. I wanted to thank you for this great read!! I definitely enjoying every little bit of it I have you bookmarked to check out new stuff you post. https://wholesalesocksbulk.com/wholesale/yhao-six-color-youth-soccer-socks/

    ReplyDelete
  9. Very good experience, if you need a custom socks service, we can help. any time.

    ReplyDelete
  10. A team's football kit can set it apart from other teams. Style is definitely a part of the culture of football, and many teams like to change their kit designs every couple of years to stay up with current trends.football socks wholesale

    ReplyDelete
  11. I teach Latin and we have mythology units - I am totally making a pair of these for myself on Hermes/Mercury day!

    ReplyDelete
  12. Really enjoyed this blog post.Really looking forward to read more. Want more. fashion clothes

    ReplyDelete
  13. You have made some decent points there. I looked on the net for more information about the issue and found most people will go along with your views on this web site.
    Ausek action camera
    Ausek Electronics
    Wireless Bluetooth headphones
    kids camera
    hd camera for car

    ReplyDelete
  14. Amazing tutorial of hermes winged baby socks! SWLKG

    ReplyDelete
  15. Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
    https://www.dogbreedslist.info/hypoallergenic-dog-breeds/

    ReplyDelete
  16. Hypoallergenic Cat Breeds
    https://www.catbreedslist.com/hypoallergenic-cat-breeds/

    ReplyDelete
  17. The Largest Car Companies in the World: Complete List
    https://www.carlogos.org/reviews/Largest-Car-Companies-in-the-World.html

    ReplyDelete
  18. I think this is an informative post and it is very useful and knowledgeable. therefore, I would like to thank you for the efforts you have made in writing this article. Funny men's socks

    ReplyDelete
  19. Thanks for picking out the time to discuss this, I feel great about it and love studying more on this topic. It is extremely helpful for me. Thanks for such a valuable help again. socks suppliers

    ReplyDelete
  20. It’s easy to assemble, easy to disassemble, easy to clean, and it’s super quiet! I was honestly surprised by how quiet it is. I also love that it comes with a little brush to clean it with which I haven’t had before! Love this Best Black Friday Blender Deals!

    ReplyDelete
  21. I am glad, things work as promised, and reaction times are excellent and consistent with the specifications of this high-quality organization weed amounts

    ReplyDelete
  22. Cool socks are not exclusively being viewed as fun and stylish, yet additionally exceptionally useful in light of the fact that they can be blended and coordinated. socks India

    ReplyDelete
  23. Schutzhülle mit elastischen Knöcheln, Gesicht, Manschetten und Bund zur Größenanpassung. Auch mit selbstklebender Klappe für besseren Verschluss vorne.
    Typ 5 & 6 mit vollständiger Übereinstimmung mit der Klassifizierung gemäß EN 14325
    FacebookACCOUNTShttps://www.facebook.com/Schutzanzug-Einweg-103521112239048
    Material: SMS 100% Polypropylen 50 g / m2
    Verfügbare Farben: Blau
    Größe: XL-XXL
    Verpackung: 50 Stück
    Preis: 1,95 € Overalls Typ 5/6 Blau

    ReplyDelete
  24. baby hairbands Really I enjoy your site with effective and useful information. It is included very nice post with a lot of our resources.thanks for share. i enjoy this post.

    ReplyDelete
  25. When your website or blog goes live for the first time, it is exciting. That is until you realize no one but you and your. baby hairbands

    ReplyDelete
  26. Sacks are spacious packs, generally rectangular with single or twofold lashes. Totes are accessible in organized and unstructured styles. socks manufacturer

    ReplyDelete