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Folk Socks: The History & Techniques of Handknitted Footwear
Folk Socks The History Techniques of Handknitted Footwear Author:Nancy Bush Nancy Bush culled museum archives in Europe and the British Isles to present 18 great sock patterns from a host of folk knitting traditions. Sturdy boot socks, lively Birkenstock socks, handsome knicker socks, white Greek socks with colored heels and toes, lacy stockings, kilt hose, cabled socks, clocked socks -- they're all here, they're all fu... more »n to do according to the careful directions, charts, and illustrations. A chapter on techniques presents a collection of heel turnings, toe shapings, and top ribbings for knitters at all levels of experience.« less