[realsilvergirl]

Do i need for two socks? I got two each of 3 different colors for 3 pairs? Just curious thank you!

 

[Xiang]

Do i need for two socks? I got two each of 3 different colors for 3 pairs? Just curious thank you!

Depends on the size of the skein (ball). I use one ball of 100gms for each sock, I also knit both socks at the same time, on a circular needle

 

[realsilvergirl]

Oh good thanks!

 

[courier770]

I go by yardage, usually takes me 400 - 425 yds to make a pair of socks. Then again I have small feet.

 

[Carol J.]

Your pattern will tell you how many yards of yarn you will need for a pair of socks. I can get a pair out of one ball of sock yarn. It is thin so your get more yards on a ball and it goes farther. Depending on what yarn you bought, with 6 balls you should have enough for at least 5 pairs of socks. Get going and keep on knitting will you have enough, you will have leftovers.

 

[Colorado knits]

Yardge, yardage, yardage. Number of balls is irrelevant.

 

[courier770]

Colorado knits...I'm really fighting a belly laugh here!

 

[Colorado knits]

Colorado knits...I'm really fighting a belly laugh here!

As I am, now that you mention it.

 

[realsilvergirl]

Well there were only two kinds where i went and theynwere the same yardage. I didnt know sock yarn had diff yardage.....oops

 

[StitchDesigner]

It takes approx. 50 grams per sock. The lady who uses 2 100 gram balls still has enough for another pair.

 

[patocenizo]

Thanks for the yardage count idea.

 

[JudyE]

I also buy a contrasting color to knit the toe and heel. My husband and I have large feet and I do mine on a knitting machine using Patons sock yarn. It takes a skein for each sock plus the contrasting color.

 

[joycevv]

You might use a 100 grams for one sock if it were up to the knee. As a rule of thumb, a 50 gram skein of fingering yarn will make a regular sock for an adult male or female, or a 100 grams per pair. I would think you would have enough for three pairs if you got six balls. Have fun! I just got the greatest new pattern book called "Knitted Socks, East and West" by Judy Sumner. I highly recommend it to all who love to knit socks.

 

[Dowager]

Love the photo of your doggie. Mine looks just like it. Mine is half beagle and half chihuahua. An interesting combo let me tell you! *LOL* What breed is yours?

 

[dachsmom]

If the skein is under 200 yards it will take 2 for a pair. Have fun!

 

[Isis]

I use one 100g ball for my socks and have enough leftover yarn to make a pair of odd ones which is my next project after Christmas

 

[RoxyCatlady]

A lot depends on how long you want your sock. I've seen people get a pair of adult ladie's ankle socks out of a 50 g ball, (about 180 yds) and I've seen other people needing three of these balls for a single pair of men's.

Personally, I get 5 to 6 inch legs for average ladies and 4 to 5 inch legs average mens for my socks, and I use either - a 50 g ball per sock, or a 100 gram ball for a pair.

I get nervous using a skein of hand dyed yarn that has 320 m on it, but do manage to get a pair of socks.

If I want longer legs, I'll buy extra yarn either contrasting for heels, toes, and cuffs - or an extra 50 g ball... Depends on colourway and if I can get matching dyelots etc.

 

[dtblake]

Any ideas where to find simple instructions for knitting 2 socks at one time on circular needles?

 

[dotcarp2000]

I'm going to do my first pair of socks after Christmas. I've been keeping track of what everyone says on this forum regarding socks. And I will do it, but only if I can stay off the forum long enough. I spend so much time on here with you gals and guys. You're all wonderful--funny, supportive, and generous. Love you all.

 

[marciniak]

I agree with stitchdesigner. 50 grams per sock so 100 gr is two socks. I have small feet but usually have some left over. You should have plenty for 3 pairs.