Simple Socks, Plain and Fancy by Priscilla A. Gibson-Roberts, softback published by Nomad Books in the USA. Price 14.95 US dollars, ISBN 978-0-9668289-4-8, available from www.nomad-press.com
This book helps you to knit custom socks using two simple measurements. You can start the pattern at the toe or top. Learn to shape heels and toes the easy way. Learn how to add colour for stripes or in motifs and patterns. Incorporate lace or texture and make unique socks that last.
In the preface, Priscilla states that “instead fo patterns, I offer a structure”. You can use this same structure to knit any design you wish. Priscilla gives an understanding to the basic principles of sock-making, so that you learn to apply them to whichever pattern you are developing. The same short-row principles can be applied to mittens.
This 112 page book is a complete know-how on sock knitting, it’s a masterclass. The book is in black and white with techniques and finished items attractively illustrated.