TAAT tip: You can cast on both socks for cuff down onto your needles without all of the fussiness of extra needles. You basically just cast on half of the stitches for the first sock then push them down the needle. Cast on on all of the stitches for your second sock and slide those down. Bring your needles together, slide the half cast on first sock all the way to the needles(they should be on the left needle) and finishing casting on the first sock by putting the remaining stitches on the empty needle(it should be the right needle). You will need to divide the stitches of the second sock in half over the bend in the cable, and then get going in the round. I don't know if this makes sense, but I'm sure there is a tutorial out there for this somewhere and it's super easy and way less fussy. :) Edited to add TAAT for life! My SSS is extreme and thank goodness this method exist lol.
This is exactly how I cast on for taat, such a game changer after spending ages casting each sock on separately then sliding them onto one long cable. It's only way I knit a pair of socks for me now, sleeves, mittens etc
Hi! I really appreciate your video. Just fyi, it’s really possible to cast on both socks on the same circular needle. Basically you cast on the first half of stitches of the first sock, then all the stitches of the second sock and finally the second part of the first sock. Hard to explain but easy to do!! 😂
There is one more way to do TAAT which is how I do it now. First I want to say I feel responsible for this video after declaring my astonishment at your ufo socks. LOL! I agree you should definitely do TAAT. I have made TAAT on two circs and also magic loop with a single circ… but I so love my dpns and feel like I am eating cake without icing when I don’t get to use my beloved dpns, so I do TAAT tandem on dpns. Two identical sets of dpns, yarn into two cakes, cast on, cast on, 20 rows rib, 20 rows rib, 10 leg, 10 leg etc… You get the gist. I love it. It goes surprisingly fast and they get finished at the same time. Sometimes I leave one sock upstairs and one downstairs. If I am upstairs I will grab one and do a few rounds, and then when I go downstairs I work on the other. Sometimes one sock gains on the other (usually the leg of the sock knit in front of a good movie) but leapfrog doesn’t have to be equal. This is my perfect TAAT. No cords, no yarns tangling together (each is in it’s own ziplock bag), I get to use my dpns and both socks get finished the same day. ❤
@@WildeBookGarden Me too. My friend and I call it TAATT (Two at a time tandem). The thing is the only time I get to use my dpn’s is small circumference knitting and I was loathe to forgo them every time I did taat on ML. This way I get the best of both worlds and the socks really do get finished. I don’t allow myself to do the toe on one until the foot on the other is done too. Something about it… ❤️
I've attempted it just for proof of concept, but you can also knit 2 at a time simultaneously on a single set of needles by essentially stranded knitting with two yarns and just always keeping the strands in their position. You could also look at it like double knitting. I'm sure someone made a video. I found it overwhelming when I tried it many years ago and haven't gotten around to trying it again.
All my socks are knit 2 at at time! Yes I find it more fussy at times and see people working on one sock and I think "wow that looks relaxing", BUT....I agree with the motivation of knowing they will be done at the same time is a huge bonus. Although, for me (and my personal brand of neurosis)... knowing they will be worked IDENTICALLY and that any changes I made were very easy to make on both socks at the same time, and not forgotten if I didn't write it down, is the absolute answer for me. Cheers!
I’m knitting TAAT right now but on 2 needles. I’m doing magic loop for each sock and just knitting a stripe one one, then a stripe on the other, going back and forth that way until I finish both socks. There’s multiple ways to do TAAT! You can also use two 16 or 24” needles instead of one 40”. 😊❤❤❤
It’s hilarious to me they you’ve posted this literally during the MINUTES I’ve been searching for TAAT (toe up) magic loop. I’ve only tried magic loop once and loathed it. But that may be to do with cuff down, which I also don’t love! But I love knitting TAAT to avoid second sock syndrome (I just use two sets of DPNs/short circs, or a mix of 😂) and like pushing myself to keep trying things I don’t like. You’ve given me some tips and things to think about that I haven’t previously considered!
Having tried to crochet a pair of socks eight or nine times... having failed in completing all of them, going into my knitting journey I already know I suffer from second sock syndrome... and this is perfect. I'm so excited to finish my first sweater and jump (feet first) into a pair of vanilla socks to get my bearings. Thank you for the links and inspo 🥰
I’m so glad this has motivated you to try! It really is the best way IMO. Give it a bit to settle in. There is a learning curve. But once you get past those first few rounds, or even the cuff, you’re good to go. Have fun!! ❤️
I use two separate 24” circular needles per sock. I cast on two socks on separate sets of needles. The way I stay motivated is to break the project down by sections of the sock. Example, I knit leg one & then leg two. Leg, heel, foot toes are my sections. I learned about using two circular needles for sock knitting from Denise Earthtonesgirl. I 💕 your informative videos❤
That's the only way I knit socks - 2 at a time, toe up! It works great for sleeves, too! When you knit toe up, once you've got half the foot knitted, you can stuff the balls of yarn into the toes, too!
👍…..Have not knit my socks any other way than 2 @ a time toe up. Just a thought….a very comprehensive, well written sock pattern with great feedback are the DRK Everyday Socks by Andrea Mowry. Great for an adventurous first time sock knitter, and available in 11 sizes so that you can make a pair for each member of your family or friends. 😉. Lots to learn and enjoy from this pattern. Another insightful podcast…thank you again for sharing your time with us☺️🇨🇦
I am definitely a toe up TAAT sock knitter. Over the last few years I have knit 80 pairs of socks. I use the fish lips kiss heel method which works best for me. I will challenge myself one day with the Magic Socks method by Kate Atherley.
I have 2 socks going at a time with my dpns. I do the cuff on one, then with a separate set of needles do the other cuff, then the legs etc. I love the feel of my wooden needles is one reason I use this method. I haven't had a lot of experience with circular needles and it sounds too fusy.... but I could try. Very informative video, good ideas. 😊 Thanks
Hi Tayler,. I love that I literally just cast on for taat mittens tonight, then your video popped up. I really love the feeling of getting both done at once and knowing they will be exactly the same. Thanks for another great ramble. 🧦
If you’re interested, a UA-camr named Nancy Wynn has a great tutorial for casting on and splitting the stitches so you don’t have to do a cuff at a time. Much more convenient.
Thanks for inspiring me to move to one needle for TAAT Magic Loop. I just finished my first pair of Magic Loop socks. I did quasi-TAAT using two separate needles. Now, I cast on TAAT Magic Loop socks on one needle. You said it is fiddly at first and I a bit underestimated that. It was not just the casting on separately but hard to manage when the socks are small and there are still tails around, etc. But now I'm a few rows past the toes and I can see this will be well worth it! Thank you!
I have put off knitting two socks at a time because I was afraid it might be frustrating; but after listening to you give the pros and cons, I think my mind is organized enough to give it a try.
I am currently knitting my first pair of socks at the same time! But instead if doing TAAT on one circular needle, I am using two separate circular needles. Seems easier to me!
I exclusively knit my socks TAAT! But I always cast on both socks on one needle, there are some great tutorials out there for casting on cuff down socks in magic loop. Toe up I just use Judy’s magic cast on twice on one needle!
I have only tried making a sock ONCE and my friend was teaching me toe down 2 at a time. This was like 3 years ago. It scared me. But I think I may be willing to try it again.
I imagined that you could never get me to give up my dpn's and I have a small fortune in them. I learned to lever knit which works best for me, but when I am on dpns, I am stopping to move from one needle to the other and often having to re-tension the yarn in my hand. So, I reluctantly tried this. I think that like many, I have a love/hate relationship with magic loop. I tried two circ's and that seemed harder to handle for two at a time socks. Yes, it was a tad fiddly and I did do my cuffs on separate needles and then attached them, but I'm whizzing along on the magic loop. You have great energy and you talk about things in such depth that I thought that if she likes it, then I might like it, too. As for dpns, there's also the time when you're knitting in bed and one has to tear apart the whole bed to find that one needle that got away. As for the flexi dpns, I don't know if you did anything on them, but for me they are an absolute nightmare. You have just converted me to this method and I'm happy as a clam if you think of a clam as constantly smiling.
I do TAAT socks on two long cables, so the instep and heel/sole are on separate needles. And I make sure the cables are different colors. My current setup is a set of Chiagoo and Addis, size 1 with 40 inch cables. My current favorite sock is a toe-up sock with a German short row heel. I also mark the front of each sock with distinct stitch marker so I can identify sock #1, with which I always begin and end a knitting session. Helps me keep track of everything. Thanks again for such a wonderful video. The tip about a center pull ball is great. Looking forward to checking out everyone's recommendations!
This was so timely! I was really thinking about learning this method just so I could stop measuring my legs and cuffs. But honestly that seems way easier than worrying about casting on two at a time. I also am not a fan of magic loop and prefer 9in circulars and actually knit second socks faster than my first since I get a little rush with finishing an item. But I think it would be a great idea for something that’s maybe a process, gift, or even a challenging knit when consistency is your goal. Thanks again for some great points and a great video!
Am ojly a TAAT sock knitter, cuff down AND toe up. I complete a pair a week. I never knit the same pattern twice. I like learning something new with every project, its about the journey.
My knitting goal for 2023 was to master socks. I know I have sss, so I wanted to be able to knit 2aat. But my initial efforts were so poor, I realized I had to adopt “first for learning, second for practice.” Every sock was littered with lifelines, and there were stickies everywhere with counts and pattern notes. I’ve successfully knit 3 pair of socks, one by one, but was getting neurotic with all those attempts to make exactly matching socks. I decided to finally attempt 2aat. I was doing fine until I got to the short-row heel shaping. I realized I had to do one at a time. But I left them on the magic loop, completed the first and went to the second, and damn if it didn’t work out. They matched! And no notes or counts! I even managed to do it without lifelines. I doubt I will ever go back to “learning/practice” single socks.
When I knit TAAT, it begins to feel heavy and my wrist feels uncomfortable. So I'll knit them separately but now I'll knit one for 10 rows then go to the other socks for 10 rows.
I knit socks with dpn's and do TAAT. I use 2 sets of dpn's. Cast on and knit the toe of one, then the other. Same with the heel. For the foot and leg portion, I use yarn markers to keep track of rounds and just switch back and forth between the socks.
I like TAAT but I'm not a total convert, if that makes sense. Getting the yarn spit in two and all ready for TAAT is an extra step that I don't find myself doing UNLESS: 1) it's sleeves. Sleeves are so much more important to have identical than socks imo (not just because they're more hidden but I have broken my right ankle twice lol, so my ankles are two different sizes.) or 2) it's a more complicated pattern that I might have to check a chart for etc. It goes way faster to check a chart once for both socks rather than twice, so you end up saving time.
I suffer with SSS. I’ve now made 4 pairs TAAT but I use two shorter cables one with the fronts on the other with the backs on. I use the fish lips kiss heel working one at a time following the instructions.
I make a knitting goal each year. Last year was learning to knit sweaters and brioche. This year is TAAT sock knitting. My kids love hand knit socks even more than I do, but I get SSS so bad. Thanks for posting your thoughts on this!
When I knit TAAT in 2 strands, I put each of the 4 skeins in a fold over cheapie flap sandwich baggie (they are very sheer & do NOT Haase a zip lock. Works well.
I have serious SSS so I have tried everything. 🤣 I like TAAT but I found another technique for stockinette socks (for instance for self stripping yarn) or simple repetitive pattern like ribbings and co. : I make a very long tube. Then I cut into it to make toes and heels. And at least once I start cutting, I "only" have toes and heels to do. That has become my go to for easy patterns. When it comes to trickier patterns, I use mainly TAAT. :)
Hello from Norway! I just found your channel this week, and love your personality and your teaching style.Very helpful tips. I too suffer from SSS and literally yesterday I was thinking about looking up TAAT techniques. Thank you for this lovely pro and con.
Cute video. SSS is very true for a new knitter. I am just starting to explore this method for the idea of finishing both at the same time. Appreciate you ideas with pro’s and con’s. Loving the color of your hoodie.
Melissa Morgan-Oakes has a book about this and she teaches how to cast on both socks on the same needles. I have the finnish version, so i don't know if the name of the book is the same in english, but in finnish it's: Knit 2 socks at the same time. She has books for both, toe up and cuff down.
I am just getting started with knitting socks and really appreciated this video to give me food for thought. I can definitely see myself as having SSS and once I get the hang of knitting socks will look to learn taat. Thanks for another great video! 😊
Hi Taylor, this was a great video, I loved all the pros and cons! Also, the hints on how to organize. I havent been subscribed to your channel long, just around Christmas. I dont do Instagram.
I haven't done socks yet, but I did a set of fingerless mitts with the TAAT method using 2 circular needles instead of 1 longer set. And I'm so glad that I did. They went on time out for a bit because I was nervous to pick up the stitches on the thumb gusset. (I'm a newer knitter and had never done them before.) But once I got up the courage to do it and could do both, I know it saved me time because had I done them individually, it would have given me more time to overthink doing the second thumb gusset. This will be my year to start sock knitting, and I plan to do them TAAT.
I learned taat socks on one long needle a long time ago and it’s not my thing. It feels too clunky and moves too slow and gets too tangly. For a long time I just knit one sock at a time, but then I found 9” circular needles. I bought two in my favorite sock size and I knit two socks separately but simultaneously. It’s helpful so I don’t forget what I did from one sock to the next and also they get finished very close to the same time. But still very portable, one ball and stand of yarn at a time… I love it.
Thanks for the encouragement. I'm now frogging my first TAT socks I started about 3 years ago that I've frogged and reknit at least a half dozen times. I was determined to use a 2-stitch cable rib for the sock, but just could never get the right fit over my high instep. So here I go a-looking for another pattern to try.
I knit a pair of colour work mittens one at a time because it was my first venture into colour work. For sure, if they were plain or using self striping yarn, TAAT for me. I've also knit two flat sleeves TAAT for a seamed sweater ... I just haven't seamed the sweater together yet. Definitely going to check out the patterns and resources you've listed. I've found a suggestion in the comments on how to cast them on TAAT, too. Great community here. Thanks everyone.
Love the Wildflower and Honeycomb socks. Thanks for that pattern suggestion. I am always looking for something pretty and easy to add a bit of interest to a vanilla sock (which after 40 years of knitting them -have become quite boring). I am not a TAAT person, but love a heel flap and gusset. My favorite magical part of sock knitting.
I love your video! I have always knit socks two at a time. However, I cast on both socks onto my 40 inch circular needle. That is different from what you have said. No worries. Also I usually use a flegle heel.
i use a 40" circular and I work each sock separately till the toe is established and I have the total number of stitiches. Then I put the second toe on the needle and I'm off to the races.. Yes, you absolutely need that second cake. I also work the heel stitches on each foot separately. I don't really have second sock or mitt syndrome though. I just tried it to learn the technique. Two at a time mittens, I do cast on at the same time.
I can't, just can't knit TAAT on the same needle, it drives me crazy but I love the idea. So I've started setting up everything the same way but on 2 circulars. Cuff 1, cuff 2, and then 5-10 rows on sock 1, then 5-10 on sock 2, back and forth, heel 1, heel 2... if I have a complicated stitch pattern I'd probably just switch between the socks each row but I don't find that as fiddly as yarn management.
TAAT is so much slower, i like to knit socks simultaneously so knitting at the same time on separate needles. The yarn management on the same needle is incredibly time consuming. You are able to twist back and forth but most people do not an it becomes a mess. Plus center pull many times produces a yarn barf which is another time draw. Great podcast
I want to do my socks TAAT for all the pros. I just have never mastered 2 circs or magic loop in terms of avoiding ladders and wonkiness at the sides. With TAAT, the insides always are rough. I have better results with DPNs or 9-inch circs. I like doing tandem socks. That requires more DPNs or circs but it works for me. I did my advent and socks by Christmas…er…before New Years…that way. I applaud y’all who never have uneven tension at the sides.
I tried TAAT recently and I love it. I generally don’t suffer from SSS but I would rather finish the pair at the same time. I need the challenge of the yarn management, etc.
My first socks were TAAT. I did a class at my local yarn shop. I am now doing my second pair. I completed the first sock but sock two is a slog. Not sure I can finish
I do not like magic loop or two at a time. I have tried and admire all the taatmers! I use two circs and knit one long tube with cuffs on each end , cut them and do the toes and heels and it's all good. I like cut in heels because they are easy for me to put a new heel in if they wear too much. I get to use up all my yarn that way. Sometimes I do the socks all in the same yarn and sometime contrasting heels and toes. I don't care for the cuff to be different. It is amazing the number of ways to do socks. I love to hear everyones likes and dislikes . Thank you !Cheryl
Would I be crazy to start with TAAT if I've never knit socks before? I have knitted those hexipuff things. I hear that is basically knitting a toe and heal. Would I be setting myself up for failure? I need a win in my life! ☺️
I can see where some would find the cast on a bit more fussy doing TAATs, but really, aren’t cast ons always a bit fidgety/fussy? That wouldn’t be a con for me, but hey, I’m kinda wired that way! Lol! I don’t mind fussy. I find it a challenge!
Hi Taylor! I know you use Ravit, I’ve seen Alpaca is also a Ravelry accessing app but a bit more affordable. I would love for someone like you, that uses Ravit, to compare them and see how much of a difference there is… 😉
Hello Taylor from Athens, Greece. I really love your channel. Very nice video about TAAT. Can you please make a video about knitting garments for not so cold weather. I have knitted a couple of sweaters that are very hot to wear. Do you have any suggestions?
I didn’t know that it is said that they knit up slower two at a time. Is that because your rhythm gets a bit paused by changing yarn to the other sock? I would think dons would do the same.
Hi Sharon! So I'm not really sure why there is a feeling that they take longer. I don't think anyone has clocked it. I think what it is is, like you say, the rhythm. However I actually like the rhythm of TAAT and whether it takes longer in a vacuum is moot to me as my human tendencies and second sock syndrome issues will have me not finishing them AT ALL if I'm not doing them together. 🥴
I have my first set of taat casted on. They are taking me forever. I haven't done it enough to have a rhythm down to keep things organized and tangle free while I'm working. It isn't as enjoyable of a knit for me either due to the tangle maintenance not being second nature so I don't work on them as often as I do my other projects. I don't have sss so I don't forsee myself using taat often, but I also like having a variety in my projects so I will still use it from time to time.
Hi Charlotte! When I first started TAAT knitting (back in 2018) I gave up on it (for a lot of the reasons you mention here) for knitting socks concurrently...which I eventually abandoned for lack of discipline to actually knit them concurrently...and then I went back to just knitting them one at a time and having a hell of a time finishing them. Here we are now in 2022/2023 and I'm just picking TAAT up again so I can actually finish a pair of socks and it's clicking for me. It may be a thing that just catches on when it catches on. Until then, don't force it. Especially if you find you just don't enjoy it. ❤️
Hello from Germany. I knit a lot of socks at a circular(?) needle. It IS possible to start both socks at the long needle. In you Tube there is a German Tutorial from "Maschenmarie" how to cast on two socks on one circular needle. (I'm sorry for my bad Englisch. I hope you can understand, what I whant to say.😅)
Hi Vanessa! Yes! You can absolutely do this I've learned, and I did it with great success just last night. Here's a tutorial: ua-cam.com/video/8RSmLOKlZyY/v-deo.html
Where I failed on TAAT is gapping from the magic loop(s). I have always struggled with this, even for single circular items. Is there a solution or technique to avoid this?
You absolutely do not need a second set of needles for TAAT. I have always cast on both socks on one circular with a 40-inch cable. You just have to manage your tension at the join.
Not a solution for me, as I prefer to knit socks on three flexible needles (5" Chiagoo tips with 5 cm cables are my favourites, or Addi Crazy Trio or Hiya Hiya Flyers). So against SSS I force myself to start the second sock as soon as the first one is done - if only the first 4 rounds of the Italian tubular cast on that I like so much. More often than not I then just keep going and e.g. finish the 32 rounds of rib as well or go even further if time allows.
I find I have to remove each sock to another circ in order to to the heel flap and gussets; then, return them to the original circ to finish. This whole process takes way too much time than knitting one at a time and produces a poor product for me. I think of a pair of socks as one project.
This was an issue for me at first but I saw a tip to pull up the tension on your first 2 stitches when you turn to the new side (both socks) I haven't had any trouble since, especially when they are washed and blocked.
TAAT vid showing no need for a 2nd needle: Purl Together: ua-cam.com/video/UDfHGKtlkk4/v-deo.html The Unapologetic Knitter: ua-cam.com/video/lbxZsSpnV5M/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/8RrdFUj1yqc/v-deo.html Aurora Talks: ua-cam.com/video/aL71zmw8up8/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/BSxjLMnhS-k/v-deo.html Happee Knits: ua-cam.com/video/idjKaBwJzD0/v-deo.html I LOVE DPNs and have enjoyed knitting socks with them and two years ago I switched to magic loop, TAAT. That said, I'm going to knit a pair of socks on DPNs, TAAT as if it were Magic Loop so that I can reconnect to my first knitting love, DPNs. I started TAAT because my heel was always a bit different from the first so to avoid it, I like TAAT 🤩
TAAT Tip: I have added grommets to all my project bags. Since I always use at least 2 colors for socks, I feed one color for each sock through each grommet, and zip the bag. Then there is no tangled yarn and when I turn my needles, I just flip the bag. Also, I use DPNs for the gusset. The rest of the socks are on my 40” or 47” needles. Hope that helps.
I love that TAAT works so well for so many people! That’s the magic of knitting, there’s something for everyone. I personally don’t prefer it - constantly dropping and picking up strands of yarn totally interrupts my flow and I don’t like how the “inactive” sock restricts the free movement of my cables, even when they’re super long. One at a time magic loop is where my heart lies.
I knit two socks at a time simultaneously. I prefer DPNs and I prefer to knit both two at a time on DPNs. I cast on two socks on separate pairs of DPNs and I knit a little on one sock, then catch up the second sock. I am just not a fan of magic loop.
2AAT is my preferred sock knitting technique, and toe-up is the way to go. You can easily do Judy’s Magic or the Turkish cast-on with only a few stitches, creating a seamless, beautiful toe tip. Then you just increase from there, with both socks on the single circular. I love to knit socks with the Chiaogoo Mini Twist sock needles. The cords are thin and super-flexible, like a piece of cooked angel hair pasta. No Second Sock Syndrome, ever.
I also do TAAT Toe Up. I always use the turkish cast on: wrap the stitches for one sock, tuck the yarn between the needles, slide down, and cast on the second one. I use a 50 inch cable, because I was always worrying the stitches were going to slide off the end. That made me tense and feeling claustrophobic. The 50 inch cable also is handy for magic loop on toques aka beanies.
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TAAT tip: You can cast on both socks for cuff down onto your needles without all of the fussiness of extra needles. You basically just cast on half of the stitches for the first sock then push them down the needle. Cast on on all of the stitches for your second sock and slide those down. Bring your needles together, slide the half cast on first sock all the way to the needles(they should be on the left needle) and finishing casting on the first sock by putting the remaining stitches on the empty needle(it should be the right needle). You will need to divide the stitches of the second sock in half over the bend in the cable, and then get going in the round.
I don't know if this makes sense, but I'm sure there is a tutorial out there for this somewhere and it's super easy and way less fussy. :)
Edited to add TAAT for life! My SSS is extreme and thank goodness this method exist lol.
This is totally how I do it. Sometimes I bump up to a 47" cable for extra wiggle room while setting them up
This is exactly how I cast on for taat, such a game changer after spending ages casting each sock on separately then sliding them onto one long cable. It's only way I knit a pair of socks for me now, sleeves, mittens etc
I’ve done it this way in the past too
Was just coming to say the sam thing. Cast 1/2 with the 1st, then cast all with the 2nd, split the all, then cast on the last 1/2 from the 1st
Cool. I definitely will try this!!
Hi! I really appreciate your video. Just fyi, it’s really possible to cast on both socks on the same circular needle. Basically you cast on the first half of stitches of the first sock, then all the stitches of the second sock and finally the second part of the first sock. Hard to explain but easy to do!! 😂
I TOTALLY GET IT! Thank you!! I’m pinning this comment! ❤❤❤❤
I knit TAAT TU toe up, and I really like using the Turkish Cast On. Really easy for TAAT.
I was going to say this but didn't know how to explain.
TAAT Toe up Turkish cast on with a fleegle heel.
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There is one more way to do TAAT which is how I do it now. First I want to say I feel responsible for this video after declaring my astonishment at your ufo socks. LOL! I agree you should definitely do TAAT. I have made TAAT on two circs and also magic loop with a single circ… but I so love my dpns and feel like I am eating cake without icing when I don’t get to use my beloved dpns, so I do TAAT tandem on dpns. Two identical sets of dpns, yarn into two cakes, cast on, cast on, 20 rows rib, 20 rows rib, 10 leg, 10 leg etc… You get the gist. I love it. It goes surprisingly fast and they get finished at the same time. Sometimes I leave one sock upstairs and one downstairs. If I am upstairs I will grab one and do a few rounds, and then when I go downstairs I work on the other. Sometimes one sock gains on the other (usually the leg of the sock knit in front of a good movie) but leapfrog doesn’t have to be equal. This is my perfect TAAT. No cords, no yarns tangling together (each is in it’s own ziplock bag), I get to use my dpns and both socks get finished the same day. ❤
oooh, this is a great idea! I'll have to try it
@@WildeBookGarden Me too. My friend and I call it TAATT (Two at a time tandem). The thing is the only time I get to use my dpn’s is small circumference knitting and I was loathe to forgo them every time I did taat on ML. This way I get the best of both worlds and the socks really do get finished. I don’t allow myself to do the toe on one until the foot on the other is done too. Something about it… ❤️
I've attempted it just for proof of concept, but you can also knit 2 at a time simultaneously on a single set of needles by essentially stranded knitting with two yarns and just always keeping the strands in their position. You could also look at it like double knitting. I'm sure someone made a video. I found it overwhelming when I tried it many years ago and haven't gotten around to trying it again.
@@angrytrees7519 This sounds like taat on magic loop. 2 balls of yarn. 2 socks, one circular needle. Is that what you mean?
If you knit toe up, it's super easy to cast both socks on the same needle using the magic cast-on.
Yup!
I love Turkish cast on! Soooo easy!
All my socks are knit 2 at at time! Yes I find it more fussy at times and see people working on one sock and I think "wow that looks relaxing", BUT....I agree with the motivation of knowing they will be done at the same time is a huge bonus. Although, for me (and my personal brand of neurosis)... knowing they will be worked IDENTICALLY and that any changes I made were very easy to make on both socks at the same time, and not forgotten if I didn't write it down, is the absolute answer for me.
Cheers!
I’m knitting TAAT right now but on 2 needles. I’m doing magic loop for each sock and just knitting a stripe one one, then a stripe on the other, going back and forth that way until I finish both socks. There’s multiple ways to do TAAT! You can also use two 16 or 24” needles instead of one 40”. 😊❤❤❤
I do TAAT on multiple sets of DPNs or short circs (or a mix if I can’t find what I need 😂)
Hi Star!
@@mickiwhite4754 hi Micki!
It’s hilarious to me they you’ve posted this literally during the MINUTES I’ve been searching for TAAT (toe up) magic loop.
I’ve only tried magic loop once and loathed it. But that may be to do with cuff down, which I also don’t love! But I love knitting TAAT to avoid second sock syndrome (I just use two sets of DPNs/short circs, or a mix of 😂) and like pushing myself to keep trying things I don’t like.
You’ve given me some tips and things to think about that I haven’t previously considered!
Having tried to crochet a pair of socks eight or nine times... having failed in completing all of them, going into my knitting journey I already know I suffer from second sock syndrome... and this is perfect. I'm so excited to finish my first sweater and jump (feet first) into a pair of vanilla socks to get my bearings. Thank you for the links and inspo 🥰
I’m so glad this has motivated you to try! It really is the best way IMO. Give it a bit to settle in. There is a learning curve. But once you get past those first few rounds, or even the cuff, you’re good to go. Have fun!! ❤️
I use two separate 24” circular needles per sock. I cast on two socks on separate sets of needles. The way I stay motivated is to break the project down by sections of the sock. Example, I knit leg one & then leg two.
Leg, heel, foot toes are my sections. I learned about using two circular needles for sock knitting from Denise Earthtonesgirl. I 💕 your informative videos❤
That's the only way I knit socks - 2 at a time, toe up! It works great for sleeves, too! When you knit toe up, once you've got half the foot knitted, you can stuff the balls of yarn into the toes, too!
YES! I do this for all my socks, and recently tried this for sleeves (its great and they always match!)
Thank you for suggesting sleeves too!
My preferred method too. And I love being able to try on the socks as I go, so my heels always go in the right spot.
I love that idea!! So smart!
Sleeves too? You switch back and forth for each row, or do you actually get them on one needle? I need this!
I just have two sets of DPNs and I work on them evenly. It really helps with SSS!
👍…..Have not knit my socks any other way than 2 @ a time toe up. Just a thought….a very comprehensive, well written sock pattern with great feedback are the DRK Everyday Socks by Andrea Mowry. Great for an adventurous first time sock knitter, and available in 11 sizes so that you can make a pair for each member of your family or friends. 😉. Lots to learn and enjoy from this pattern. Another insightful podcast…thank you again for sharing your time with us☺️🇨🇦
I am definitely a toe up TAAT sock knitter. Over the last few years I have knit 80 pairs of socks. I use the fish lips kiss heel method which works best for me. I will challenge myself one day with the Magic Socks method by Kate Atherley.
I have 2 socks going at a time with my dpns. I do the cuff on one, then with a separate set of needles do the other cuff, then the legs etc. I love the feel of my wooden needles is one reason I use this method.
I haven't had a lot of experience with circular needles and it sounds too fusy.... but I could try.
Very informative video, good ideas. 😊 Thanks
I bought 2 9” circular needles for this exact reason , so i knit them both at the same time
The setup is more fiddly but the frustration of not being done is enough to get me over the hump of the setup
Hi Tayler,. I love that I literally just cast on for taat mittens tonight, then your video popped up. I really love the feeling of getting both done at once and knowing they will be exactly the same. Thanks for another great ramble. 🧦
Hi Tayler, I just found your channel yesterday and I love it! Thank you for your welcoming, thoughtful videos!
If you’re interested, a UA-camr named Nancy Wynn has a great tutorial for casting on and splitting the stitches so you don’t have to do a cuff at a time. Much more convenient.
Thanks for inspiring me to move to one needle for TAAT Magic Loop. I just finished my first pair of Magic Loop socks. I did quasi-TAAT using two separate needles. Now, I cast on TAAT Magic Loop socks on one needle. You said it is fiddly at first and I a bit underestimated that. It was not just the casting on separately but hard to manage when the socks are small and there are still tails around, etc. But now I'm a few rows past the toes and I can see this will be well worth it! Thank you!
I love that. My biggest con is when you make a mistake you have to tink both socks
I have put off knitting two socks at a time because I was afraid it might be frustrating; but after listening to you give the pros and cons, I think my mind is organized enough to give it a try.
Underrated pro when you (I) screw up the pattern you'll likely screw it up in the same way on both
I am currently knitting my first pair of socks at the same time! But instead if doing TAAT on one circular needle, I am using two separate circular needles. Seems easier to me!
Thank you Tayler! You’ve inspired me to give the TAAT method a try 🎉! I’ve suffered with SSS and no remedy has worked lol. You’re the best 😊
Thanks so much for all your links in the description box especially the Socks TAAT bundle. I appreciate all the resources you provide!
I exclusively knit my socks TAAT! But I always cast on both socks on one needle, there are some great tutorials out there for casting on cuff down socks in magic loop. Toe up I just use Judy’s magic cast on twice on one needle!
I have only tried making a sock ONCE and my friend was teaching me toe down 2 at a time. This was like 3 years ago. It scared me. But I think I may be willing to try it again.
I imagined that you could never get me to give up my dpn's and I have a small fortune in them. I learned to lever knit which works best for me, but when I am on dpns, I am stopping to move from one needle to the other and often having to re-tension the yarn in my hand. So, I reluctantly tried this. I think that like many, I have a love/hate relationship with magic loop. I tried two circ's and that seemed harder to handle for two at a time socks. Yes, it was a tad fiddly and I did do my cuffs on separate needles and then attached them, but I'm whizzing along on the magic loop. You have great energy and you talk about things in such depth that I thought that if she likes it, then I might like it, too. As for dpns, there's also the time when you're knitting in bed and one has to tear apart the whole bed to find that one needle that got away. As for the flexi dpns, I don't know if you did anything on them, but for me they are an absolute nightmare. You have just converted me to this method and I'm happy as a clam if you think of a clam as constantly smiling.
I do TAAT socks on two long cables, so the instep and heel/sole are on separate needles. And I make sure the cables are different colors. My current setup is a set of Chiagoo and Addis, size 1 with 40 inch cables. My current favorite sock is a toe-up sock with a German short row heel.
I also mark the front of each sock with distinct stitch marker so I can identify sock #1, with which I always begin and end a knitting session. Helps me keep track of everything.
Thanks again for such a wonderful video. The tip about a center pull ball is great. Looking forward to checking out everyone's recommendations!
This was so timely! I was really thinking about learning this method just so I could stop measuring my legs and cuffs. But honestly that seems way easier than worrying about casting on two at a time. I also am not a fan of magic loop and prefer 9in circulars and actually knit second socks faster than my first since I get a little rush with finishing an item. But I think it would be a great idea for something that’s maybe a process, gift, or even a challenging knit when consistency is your goal. Thanks again for some great points and a great video!
Am ojly a TAAT sock knitter, cuff down AND toe up. I complete a pair a week. I never knit the same pattern twice. I like learning something new with every project, its about the journey.
I never tried to knit one sock without knitting her pair simultaneously. I know myself and SSS would be in my future if I did.
My knitting goal for 2023 was to master socks. I know I have sss, so I wanted to be able to knit 2aat. But my initial efforts were so poor, I realized I had to adopt “first for learning, second for practice.” Every sock was littered with lifelines, and there were stickies everywhere with counts and pattern notes. I’ve successfully knit 3 pair of socks, one by one, but was getting neurotic with all those attempts to make exactly matching socks. I decided to finally attempt 2aat. I was doing fine until I got to the short-row heel shaping. I realized I had to do one at a time. But I left them on the magic loop, completed the first and went to the second, and damn if it didn’t work out. They matched! And no notes or counts! I even managed to do it without lifelines. I doubt I will ever go back to “learning/practice” single socks.
When I knit TAAT, it begins to feel heavy and my wrist feels uncomfortable. So I'll knit them separately but now I'll knit one for 10 rows then go to the other socks for 10 rows.
I knit socks with dpn's and do TAAT. I use 2 sets of dpn's. Cast on and knit the toe of one, then the other. Same with the heel. For the foot and leg portion, I use yarn markers to keep track of rounds and just switch back and forth between the socks.
For me, it’s about keeping the same gauge, the same number of rows coming out with two socks 🧦 the same size.
I like TAAT but I'm not a total convert, if that makes sense. Getting the yarn spit in two and all ready for TAAT is an extra step that I don't find myself doing UNLESS: 1) it's sleeves. Sleeves are so much more important to have identical than socks imo (not just because they're more hidden but I have broken my right ankle twice lol, so my ankles are two different sizes.) or 2) it's a more complicated pattern that I might have to check a chart for etc. It goes way faster to check a chart once for both socks rather than twice, so you end up saving time.
I suffer with SSS. I’ve now made 4 pairs TAAT but I use two shorter cables one with the fronts on the other with the backs on. I use the fish lips kiss heel working one at a time following the instructions.
Hey! Another great podcast ❤ especially appreciate the ravelry bundles that you create for our use.
I make a knitting goal each year. Last year was learning to knit sweaters and brioche. This year is TAAT sock knitting. My kids love hand knit socks even more than I do, but I get SSS so bad. Thanks for posting your thoughts on this!
When I knit TAAT in 2 strands, I put each of the 4 skeins in a fold over cheapie flap sandwich baggie (they are very sheer & do NOT Haase a zip lock.
Works well.
I have serious SSS so I have tried everything. 🤣 I like TAAT but I found another technique for stockinette socks (for instance for self stripping yarn) or simple repetitive pattern like ribbings and co. : I make a very long tube. Then I cut into it to make toes and heels. And at least once I start cutting, I "only" have toes and heels to do. That has become my go to for easy patterns. When it comes to trickier patterns, I use mainly TAAT. :)
Hello from Norway! I just found your channel this week, and love your personality and your teaching style.Very helpful tips.
I too suffer from SSS and literally yesterday I was thinking about looking up TAAT techniques. Thank you for this lovely pro and con.
Cute video. SSS is very true for a new knitter. I am just starting to explore this method for the idea of finishing both at the same time. Appreciate you ideas with pro’s and con’s. Loving the color of your hoodie.
Melissa Morgan-Oakes has a book about this and she teaches how to cast on both socks on the same needles. I have the finnish version, so i don't know if the name of the book is the same in english, but in finnish it's: Knit 2 socks at the same time. She has books for both, toe up and cuff down.
I am just getting started with knitting socks and really appreciated this video to give me food for thought. I can definitely see myself as having SSS and once I get the hang of knitting socks will look to learn taat. Thanks for another great video! 😊
Hi Taylor, this was a great video, I loved all the pros and cons! Also, the hints on how to organize. I havent been subscribed to your channel long, just around Christmas. I dont do Instagram.
I haven't done socks yet, but I did a set of fingerless mitts with the TAAT method using 2 circular needles instead of 1 longer set. And I'm so glad that I did. They went on time out for a bit because I was nervous to pick up the stitches on the thumb gusset. (I'm a newer knitter and had never done them before.) But once I got up the courage to do it and could do both, I know it saved me time because had I done them individually, it would have given me more time to overthink doing the second thumb gusset. This will be my year to start sock knitting, and I plan to do them TAAT.
I learned taat socks on one long needle a long time ago and it’s not my thing. It feels too clunky and moves too slow and gets too tangly. For a long time I just knit one sock at a time, but then I found 9” circular needles. I bought two in my favorite sock size and I knit two socks separately but simultaneously. It’s helpful so I don’t forget what I did from one sock to the next and also they get finished very close to the same time. But still very portable, one ball and stand of yarn at a time… I love it.
Thanks for the encouragement. I'm now frogging my first TAT socks I started about 3 years ago that I've frogged and reknit at least a half dozen times. I was determined to use a 2-stitch cable rib for the sock, but just could never get the right fit over my high instep.
So here I go a-looking for another pattern to try.
I knit a pair of colour work mittens one at a time because it was my first venture into colour work. For sure, if they were plain or using self striping yarn, TAAT for me. I've also knit two flat sleeves TAAT for a seamed sweater ... I just haven't seamed the sweater together yet.
Definitely going to check out the patterns and resources you've listed. I've found a suggestion in the comments on how to cast them on TAAT, too. Great community here. Thanks everyone.
I always do healflap and gusset and really prefer to make heal flap next to eachother instead of both in beginning or end of row
A lovely bundle! You’re making me start to envision self-knit TAAT socks in TAAT house slippers!😅
Love the Wildflower and Honeycomb socks. Thanks for that pattern suggestion. I am always looking for something pretty and easy to add a bit of interest to a vanilla sock (which after 40 years of knitting them -have become quite boring). I am not a TAAT person, but love a heel flap and gusset. My favorite magical part of sock knitting.
I love your video! I have always knit socks two at a time. However, I cast on both socks onto my 40 inch circular needle. That is different from what you have said. No worries. Also I usually use a flegle heel.
i use a 40" circular and I work each sock separately till the toe is established and I have the total number of stitiches. Then I put the second toe on the needle and I'm off to the races.. Yes, you absolutely need that second cake. I also work the heel stitches on each foot separately. I don't really have second sock or mitt syndrome though. I just tried it to learn the technique. Two at a time mittens, I do cast on at the same time.
I have knit all of my socks 2 at a time and I use 2 sets of shorter circular needles and cuff down
I've tried TAAT and found it very frustrating, and since I don't suffer from SSS. So I'll stick to my single sock knitting on my 9in circular.
I’ve tried TAAT a few times, not my favorite, but I do want to try TAAT with sweater sleeves at some point
Another way to do two at a time...2 24" circulars. Since I learned that method a few years ago, I haven't gone back. :)
I can't, just can't knit TAAT on the same needle, it drives me crazy but I love the idea. So I've started setting up everything the same way but on 2 circulars. Cuff 1, cuff 2, and then 5-10 rows on sock 1, then 5-10 on sock 2, back and forth, heel 1, heel 2... if I have a complicated stitch pattern I'd probably just switch between the socks each row but I don't find that as fiddly as yarn management.
TAAT is so much slower, i like to knit socks simultaneously so knitting at the same time on separate needles. The yarn management on the same needle is incredibly time consuming. You are able to twist back and forth but most people do not an it becomes a mess. Plus center pull many times produces a yarn barf which is another time draw. Great podcast
I want to do my socks TAAT for all the pros. I just have never mastered 2 circs or magic loop in terms of avoiding ladders and wonkiness at the sides. With TAAT, the insides always are rough. I have better results with DPNs or 9-inch circs. I like doing tandem socks. That requires more DPNs or circs but it works for me. I did my advent and socks by Christmas…er…before New Years…that way. I applaud y’all who never have uneven tension at the sides.
I tried TAAT recently and I love it. I generally don’t suffer from SSS but I would rather finish the pair at the same time. I need the challenge of the yarn management, etc.
Very good video, I never miss them. Greetings from Cancun Mexico.
Thank you so much Jess!! ❤️❤️
My first socks were TAAT. I did a class at my local yarn shop. I am now doing my second pair. I completed the first sock but sock two is a slog. Not sure I can finish
I do TAAT for sweater sleeves!!!
I’ve never done TAAT socks. May have to at least give it a go! 🌸
I've done TAAT, but find it a pain. For some reason I love knitting socks and never truly get SSK!
I do not like magic loop or two at a time. I have tried and admire all the taatmers! I use two circs and knit one long tube with cuffs on each end , cut them and do the toes and heels and it's all good. I like cut in heels because they are easy for me to put a new heel in if they wear too much. I get to use up all my yarn that way. Sometimes I do the socks all in the same yarn and sometime contrasting heels and toes. I don't care for the cuff to be different. It is amazing the number of ways to do socks. I love to hear everyones likes and dislikes . Thank you !Cheryl
Would I be crazy to start with TAAT if I've never knit socks before? I have knitted those hexipuff things. I hear that is basically knitting a toe and heal. Would I be setting myself up for failure? I need a win in my life! ☺️
I can see where some would find the cast on a bit more fussy doing TAATs, but really, aren’t cast ons always a bit fidgety/fussy? That wouldn’t be a con for me, but hey, I’m kinda wired that way! Lol! I don’t mind fussy. I find it a challenge!
Hi Taylor! I know you use Ravit, I’ve seen Alpaca is also a Ravelry accessing app but a bit more affordable. I would love for someone like you, that uses Ravit, to compare them and see how much of a difference there is… 😉
Hello Taylor from Athens, Greece. I really love your channel. Very nice video about TAAT. Can you please make a video about knitting garments for not so cold weather. I have knitted a couple of sweaters that are very hot to wear. Do you have any suggestions?
Hi Eleni! Thank you for watching! I would love to do a video on warmer weather knits. I think I may do this closer to Spring.
I didn’t know that it is said that they knit up slower two at a time. Is that because your rhythm gets a bit paused by changing yarn to the other sock? I would think dons would do the same.
Hi Sharon! So I'm not really sure why there is a feeling that they take longer. I don't think anyone has clocked it. I think what it is is, like you say, the rhythm. However I actually like the rhythm of TAAT and whether it takes longer in a vacuum is moot to me as my human tendencies and second sock syndrome issues will have me not finishing them AT ALL if I'm not doing them together. 🥴
All my socks are taat on one LONG circular needle toe up only.
I cast on on only one circular needle, no need to put it on hold , there is a great class on Craftsy about TAAT
I have my first set of taat casted on. They are taking me forever. I haven't done it enough to have a rhythm down to keep things organized and tangle free while I'm working. It isn't as enjoyable of a knit for me either due to the tangle maintenance not being second nature so I don't work on them as often as I do my other projects. I don't have sss so I don't forsee myself using taat often, but I also like having a variety in my projects so I will still use it from time to time.
Hi Charlotte! When I first started TAAT knitting (back in 2018) I gave up on it (for a lot of the reasons you mention here) for knitting socks concurrently...which I eventually abandoned for lack of discipline to actually knit them concurrently...and then I went back to just knitting them one at a time and having a hell of a time finishing them. Here we are now in 2022/2023 and I'm just picking TAAT up again so I can actually finish a pair of socks and it's clicking for me. It may be a thing that just catches on when it catches on. Until then, don't force it. Especially if you find you just don't enjoy it. ❤️
Hello from Germany. I knit a lot of socks at a circular(?) needle. It IS possible to start both socks at the long needle. In you Tube there is a German Tutorial from "Maschenmarie" how to cast on two socks on one circular needle.
(I'm sorry for my bad Englisch. I hope you can understand, what I whant to say.😅)
Hi Vanessa! Yes! You can absolutely do this I've learned, and I did it with great success just last night. Here's a tutorial:
ua-cam.com/video/8RSmLOKlZyY/v-deo.html
Where I failed on TAAT is gapping from the magic loop(s). I have always struggled with this, even for single circular items. Is there a solution or technique to avoid this?
This looks fun, but I always knit the second sock way faster for some reason
I am so glad that I knit Toe Up socks rather than Cuff Down socks. It sounds like casting on TAAT Cuff Down would not be fun.
You absolutely do not need a second set of needles for TAAT. I have always cast on both socks on one circular with a 40-inch cable. You just have to manage your tension at the join.
Not a solution for me, as I prefer to knit socks on three flexible needles (5" Chiagoo tips with 5 cm cables are my favourites, or Addi Crazy Trio or Hiya Hiya Flyers). So against SSS I force myself to start the second sock as soon as the first one is done - if only the first 4 rounds of the Italian tubular cast on that I like so much. More often than not I then just keep going and e.g. finish the 32 rounds of rib as well or go even further if time allows.
I find I have to remove each sock to another circ in order to to the heel flap and gussets; then, return them to the original circ to finish. This whole process takes way too much time than knitting one at a time and produces a poor product for me. I think of a pair of socks as one project.
SSS hilarious 😂😊
Did you knit the hat you wear? If so what pattern?
I did not. This is actually a cashmere hat from JCrew years ago. It’s one of my favorites. ☺️
How do you prevent ladders when doing TAAT? That was my biggest issue when I tried it.
Great question! Same as when you’re working with dpns. Give the second stitch in an extra good tug. Bye bye ladders! ❤❤❤
This was an issue for me at first but I saw a tip to pull up the tension on your first 2 stitches when you turn to the new side (both socks) I haven't had any trouble since, especially when they are washed and blocked.
Wait wait wait, hold up. There are people who like weaving in ends?
Yes!!! It’s true!
TAAT vid showing no need for a 2nd needle:
Purl Together:
ua-cam.com/video/UDfHGKtlkk4/v-deo.html
The Unapologetic Knitter:
ua-cam.com/video/lbxZsSpnV5M/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/8RrdFUj1yqc/v-deo.html
Aurora Talks:
ua-cam.com/video/aL71zmw8up8/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/BSxjLMnhS-k/v-deo.html
Happee Knits:
ua-cam.com/video/idjKaBwJzD0/v-deo.html
I LOVE DPNs and have enjoyed knitting socks with them and two years ago I switched to magic loop, TAAT. That said, I'm going to knit a pair of socks on DPNs, TAAT as if it were Magic Loop so that I can reconnect to my first knitting love, DPNs. I started TAAT because my heel was always a bit different from the first so to avoid it, I like TAAT 🤩
one at a time 9 inch circular mindless club, wya??
Man those 9 inch circulars...I just can't get the hang. But bless those who can because that's an amazing option for tubes. ❤️
TAAT Tip: I have added grommets to all my project bags. Since I always use at least 2 colors for socks, I feed one color for each sock through each grommet, and zip the bag. Then there is no tangled yarn and when I turn my needles, I just flip the bag. Also, I use DPNs for the gusset. The rest of the socks are on my 40” or 47” needles. Hope that helps.
I'm definitely a TAAT knitter, but I go toe-up with Judy's magic cast-on and it is literally magic. No fuss here!
Same here
Taylor …my solution is to always knit socks concurrently ….
I do cuff #1, cuff #2,, leg #1, leg #2….you get the idea!!
Makes sock knitting fun!!
This is exactly how I do it, too!
I also prefer to make my socks concurrently!
And to make the same mistakes on both items ;) btw, I do this with sleeves too.
This is how I do it! That way I can avoid second-sock syndrome while still using DPNs, which are my preferred sock-knitting method.
Oooh! I like this idea❤️ trying that next!!! I struggle w magic loop and laddering on the gaps.
Thanks for the tip!
I love that TAAT works so well for so many people! That’s the magic of knitting, there’s something for everyone. I personally don’t prefer it - constantly dropping and picking up strands of yarn totally interrupts my flow and I don’t like how the “inactive” sock restricts the free movement of my cables, even when they’re super long. One at a time magic loop is where my heart lies.
I knit two socks at a time simultaneously. I prefer DPNs and I prefer to knit both two at a time on DPNs. I cast on two socks on separate pairs of DPNs and I knit a little on one sock, then catch up the second sock. I am just not a fan of magic loop.
2AAT is my preferred sock knitting technique, and toe-up is the way to go. You can easily do Judy’s Magic or the Turkish cast-on with only a few stitches, creating a seamless, beautiful toe tip. Then you just increase from there, with both socks on the single circular. I love to knit socks with the Chiaogoo Mini Twist sock needles. The cords are thin and super-flexible, like a piece of cooked angel hair pasta. No Second Sock Syndrome, ever.
I also do TAAT Toe Up. I always use the turkish cast on: wrap the stitches for one sock, tuck the yarn between the needles, slide down, and cast on the second one. I use a 50 inch cable, because I was always worrying the stitches were going to slide off the end. That made me tense and feeling claustrophobic. The 50 inch cable also is handy for magic loop on toques aka beanies.
Yes but then you have to make sure you have a nice stretchy bind off.
@@fleeperification Staci Perry of Very Pink Knits has the Simple Stretchy Bind-off. Very easy and very stretchy.
I wish I were smart and capable of doing this but all of this to say I think Imma be a okay with wearing mismatched ankle socks 😂
The comment of “there are people who enjoy weaving in ends, to each their own” made me laugh so hard 🤣😂 you’ve got my sub lmao
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