They talked me into it, those bad monkeys, and now they are too lazy for a proper photo shoot. They must have enjoyed a little too much beer and bratwurst.
Lazy though they may be, in my opinion, they still hold on to their sense of style.
So while they kick back on the hammock, I will fill you in on the particulars:
Monkey Sock Pattern by Cookie A. (free at Knitty).
I probably can’t say much about this pattern that hasn’t been said before. Its fun, very fast and I really enjoyed watching the pattern develop.* The only modification I made was a slipped stitch heel. The pattern called for stockinette on the heel, but I think the slip stitch heel holds its shape better and is more durable.
Yarn: Dream in Color Smooshy in the Deep Sea Flower colorway (purchased at Sonny and Shear). This color is super saturated, vibrant and beautiful. It did stain my fingers and needles lightly while knitting but this was easily removed with a wet cloth. There was also some moderate bleeding of color during the Eucalan bath prior to blocking. The yarn is very, very soft. Very Smooshy. My only reservation is with the durability. Time will tell.
*It has been my, thus far adhered to, practice to knit a sock pattern only once. There are just too many patterns out there that I want to knit. I have to say, however, that this pattern might just be an exception. It goes so fast and the pattern is so quickly memorized that I can easily seeing it becoming my “quick sock fix” pattern. Just lovely! If you haven’t knit a pair of Monkeys yet, what on earth are you waiting for?
Comments (16)
They look wonderful! I love the yarn and you already know I love the pattern.
Posted by Carole | October 10, 2007 10:37 AM
Posted on October 10, 2007 10:37
Those Monkeys are speedy little guys, aren't they? Yours look so nice!
Posted by Beth | October 10, 2007 1:55 PM
Posted on October 10, 2007 13:55
Beautiful Monkeys! I love the colorway of the yarn you used. Maybe you can set the dye if you put a little vinegar in their next bath.
Posted by Karen | October 10, 2007 4:47 PM
Posted on October 10, 2007 16:47
First of all, taking a sock photo in a hammock is a stroke of genius. There aren't very many other places where your posture puts your feet level with or above your head while still allowing you to be somewhat upright in the torso. Genius.
Second, great socks! I know what you mean about not repeating sock patterns, but veeeeeery rarely there's one that really merits it. I haven't tried Monkey yet, but I probably will someday.
Posted by Rachel | October 10, 2007 6:24 PM
Posted on October 10, 2007 18:24
love da monkeys :-) but then again, who doesn't!
I cannot believe that you are still basking in the hammock there - we have 40 degrees here every night, and only about 55 and rain during the day. what weird weather.
Posted by Teyani | October 10, 2007 10:45 PM
Posted on October 10, 2007 22:45
Okay, okay! You twisted my arm. My next socks will be Monkeys. =) Yours are beautiful. I hope the smooshy wears well, because I just want to cry when a pair of handknit socks gets a hole.
Posted by katie | October 11, 2007 7:20 AM
Posted on October 11, 2007 07:20
Love your blue Monkeys! Love the hammock shoots, too! What a lovely place to sit and dream.
Posted by margene | October 11, 2007 2:59 PM
Posted on October 11, 2007 14:59
They are wonderful, Leah! I love the color you chose....and what a nice way for monkeys to relax, huh?
Posted by Lynne | October 13, 2007 8:06 PM
Posted on October 13, 2007 20:06
That's a great question! I feel like I'm the last sock knitter on the planet to knit a pair of monkeys. I love how yours turned out - maybe I'll have to copy you and make some Monkey socks out of my Smooshy yarn!
Posted by Renee | October 14, 2007 8:50 AM
Posted on October 14, 2007 08:50
What gorgeous socks, they are so yummy! Smarty pants you to take a pic on your hammock, I'm going to try that next time.
Posted by keri | October 14, 2007 10:22 PM
Posted on October 14, 2007 22:22
They're gorgeous! I love the color.
I have yet to knit a pair of Monkeys, and I don't know what I'm waiting for! :)
Posted by Rachel | October 16, 2007 1:59 AM
Posted on October 16, 2007 01:59
Nice Monkeys!! Just in time for sock weather!! My poor monkeys are suffering from abandonment in my knitting bag. You may have inspired me to pull them out and finish them! I have a serious case of "cast-on-itis".
Posted by Kat | October 16, 2007 7:21 AM
Posted on October 16, 2007 07:21
Okay, you've done it...I've got to knit a pair of Monkeys now :)
I love that yarn. I just got my first hank of smooshy and Love it!
I think I would like a little more solid color than what I have so I will have to search my stash for the perfect yarn for a Monkey!
Posted by Leah | October 16, 2007 10:48 AM
Posted on October 16, 2007 10:48
Leah the monkeys are fantastic in that vibrant blue. The hammock's not bad either. Great combo : ) I'm a little late to the party but I'm still planning on a pair of monkeys eventually...
Posted by Beck | October 19, 2007 5:54 AM
Posted on October 19, 2007 05:54
Gorgeous. I might have to knit a second pair of those someday. They really turn out beautifully.
Posted by Terby | October 26, 2007 7:03 AM
Posted on October 26, 2007 07:03
Lovely Monkeys! If I could just learn to knit well in the round I would be on my way to making a great pair of my own. Very good job. Blessings~j
Posted by julie | October 31, 2007 1:21 AM
Posted on October 31, 2007 01:21