Socktober is Over!
November 02, 2010
And I'm feeling over any need to knit socks. That isn't to say I'm not happy to add two more pair to my sock drawer. The Monkey Sock misbehaved through the whole journey, but since they were finished Saturday night, I wore them all day Sunday. When I wear them I know they are silly socks, a good reminder to not take everything so seriously. Rouge socks are fun and everyone needs a little crazy in their lives.
Sunday I worked and worked and knit and knit on the Mystery Sock and, at 8:56PM, I finished the second toe. That's late for me, dudes. If there had been any way to take a decent picture at that hour the socks would have been posted on Monday. As it was, and with a very big smile on my face, I went straight to bed.
The sock fits perfectly and I certainly like the SuibuiSock better than the Monkey yarn (Blue Moon), but I'm a little unsure of how it will wear. It is after all a soft merino. However, that might be why it feels so good on the feet. I'm not going to worry one little bit.
This week the weather has been, and will remain, nicely warm, which means I've left the socks behind....at least for the next few days. I'm ready when the cold weather comes, as you can tell.
Lovely new socks! It's cold here this week and definitely sock weather. I finished my Mystery Socks on Sunday, too, and will blog about them tomorrow.
Posted by: Carole | November 02, 2010 at 04:38 AM
Definitely sock weather here, though still haven't finished Mystery Socks yet. Eek! Soon I hope.
Posted by: Manise | November 02, 2010 at 04:47 AM
They're both wonderful ... personally, I don't mind a little quiet rebellion in a sock. Gives them character.
Posted by: Ruth | November 02, 2010 at 05:55 AM
They came out GREAT! That yummy rosey red/pink will be great when the snow starts for a little pick-me-up!
Posted by: Anne | November 02, 2010 at 05:59 AM
Pretty! You did it!
Posted by: Suzy | November 02, 2010 at 06:09 AM
I really like the playful monkeys. TTL mystery socks look so pretty too. Send Mr. Mojo my way, will ya?
Posted by: jill | November 02, 2010 at 06:15 AM
Those Mystery Socks are gorgeous!
Posted by: Vicki | November 02, 2010 at 06:24 AM
Congrats on finishing up your socks! I have silly socks myself - wild colors I wear when I need a bit of a boost. It just makes good sense, and goes well with my mother's philosophy that one should always wear red when it rains.
Posted by: Kristin | November 02, 2010 at 07:07 AM
I have one pair of ShiBui socks and have thrown them in the washer....not a good idea. They gradually shrink and felt!
Posted by: Marilyn | November 02, 2010 at 07:51 AM
Those are beautiful!
Posted by: elizabeth | November 02, 2010 at 08:26 AM
Mmmm. Nice finish. I agree on all your conclusions there...funky Monkey, nice Shibui, probably gentle wear on the latter.
Posted by: Laurie | November 02, 2010 at 08:47 AM
Pretty! And your feet deserve a little pampering. I'm sure they're not happy with the idea of giving up sandals for the year.
Posted by: Cheryl S. | November 02, 2010 at 10:04 AM
Woo Hoo!
I knew you could do it.
Posted by: Cookie | November 02, 2010 at 10:29 AM
Nice socks! My mystery socks are hibernating for now.
Posted by: Barb | November 02, 2010 at 12:07 PM
You totally rocked Socktober!
Posted by: Trista | November 02, 2010 at 01:05 PM
Very pretty socks!
Posted by: Suzanne | November 02, 2010 at 05:11 PM
Such Pretty Feet You Have!! Great Job as always..Sock knitting has fallen wayside for me..if I may be honest..I've still not finished sock #2 of Mystery Sock 2009..reason enough to not participate.
Posted by: Dianne | November 02, 2010 at 07:04 PM
Your mystery socks are lovely. Better keep them for special occasions (e.g. curling up on the sofa) because of the soft yarn.
Posted by: Marijke | November 03, 2010 at 02:49 AM
I like them both. The monkeys are kind of wild but the colors are nice. The Mystery socks look great. Great color choice. Looks very familiar.
Posted by: Hillary | November 05, 2010 at 01:50 PM
Both socks look wonderful!
Posted by: Laurie | November 09, 2010 at 08:14 PM