Folk Socks The History & Techniques of Handknitted Footwear (Knit)

Nancy Bush has delved into museum archives to find the best socks from host to folk-knitting traditions. She has designed eighteen delightful pairs of socks inspired by these traditions and the result is patterns for sturdy boot sock, handsome knicker socks, lacy stockings, kilt hose and more. A section on techniques includes an unsurpassed collection of heel turnings and toe shapings and it's all here for knitters of all levels of experience.