It took a long time, and a definite “grin and bear it” attitude, but I finally finished my embossed leaves socks.
Here’s the specifics:
Pattern: Embossed Leaves Socks (Mona Schmidt, Interweave Knits, Winter 2005)
Yarn: Knitpicks Essential (superwash wool and nylon)
Needles: US 2 Clover Bamboo (My fave for socks)
Began: March 2006
Finished: September 1, 2006
Mods: None except the yarn substitution
Final Measurements: I don’t have sock blockers. I wish I did. They fit my size 8 feet.
Final Comments: This is a great stitch pattern that is a pleasure to “watch.” I wish that I’d chosen a thicker yarn for the knitting. um. Yay! I’m finished.
So, the moral of the story is that
Erica has found a mate. We can all be happy for her as her and her mate gallop off into the sunset of handknitted-sock-land. Look at how cute the two of them look as they cuddle.
The Second Sock syndrome persists, however. Rather than make significant progress on the second of a sock that has already been knitted, I’ve started 4 new socks (in my defense, all but one has been frogged). Seriously. I’m knitting the yarn I dyed the other day into this amazing sock pattern and I turned the heel today (I started it 4 days ago)! Meanwhile, I’m still on the leg/ankles of the second socks (assuming I’ve even started the second of that pair). Sigh.
Although, honestly, I should give myself more credit. This was the oldest UFO in my stash. That’s something right?
All Buttoned Up 
Beautiful socks. Really lovely.
They are really beautiful! I bet you have happy feet when you have them on.
Nicole, the red socks are truly beautiful. You’ve inspired me to start my 2nd pair. The sock bug patt is great – I’m also starting that one today!
those came out great! i actually started these a little while ago, but then completely abandoned them for other projects. after seeing yours, i may just get back to them.
WOW, those are so gorgeous… I am so not a sock knitter, but after all the great socks I have been seeing, I might have to try at least one…
I love red socks. I started wearing hand-knitted wool socks last weeks and love how they feel on my feel. Embossed leaveswill definitely be the next pattern I use.
Great socks! I made these a while back with Koigu and US 2 needles and they turned out huge. I plan on making them again with Koigu and US 1 needles!
They are absolutely lovely: I think I have to make some now.
Very pretty socks!
Those are gorgeous! I want to make some too, thanks for the inspiration. 🙂
They are absolutely gorgeous! You should be very proud of your accomplishment. 🙂
I love that pattern, and the red really brings it out. Great work! [off to find a back issue of IK…]
Way to finish the UFO! They look beautiful
Lovely socks! Hey, I wanted to let you know, I have seen sock blockers made from bent metal clothes hangers. In fact, I think in the Summer 2006 Spin-off magazine, there was an article about dyeing sock yarn, and all the sample socks in the photo were on wire blockers. Check it out–way cheaper than the ones I have seen for sale.