Petal Socks     I'm finally finished with tech editing two sock books. The second book was by a well known sock designer who has an absolutely fabulous way of writing her sock patterns to use charts. I love tech editing. With most patterns, I need to visualize the stiches as if they are being knit, so it feels as if I actually went through the process of knitting the piece. It's a fabulous learning technique for me because all I need to do is read through (and visualize, of course) the pattern. So, I absolutely LOVE when I come across a designer who has ingenius techniques and methods in their designs. I learn so much. From what I've learned, these Petal Socks were born. And take a look at that yarn! Isn't it beautiful? I think so. It's CEY's Alpaca Sox Kettle Dyes—I LOVE IT!       $5.00 Pattern available as a downloadable pdf. Link will be e-mailed after purchase. Sizes: One size Finished Measurements: 8" leg circumference; 8" foot circumference; Yarn Requirements: Alpaca Sox Kettle Dyes by Classic Elite 60% alpaca, 20% merino wool, 20% nylon 100 gram hank = approx 450 yards • 1 hank Knitting Needles: • One set double pointed needles size US 2 (2.75 mm) Or size to obtain gauge. • Stitch markers • Cable needle • Tapestry needle • Stitch holder Gauge: 32 sts and 44 rows = 4" in Circular Stockinette Stitch. Take time to save time, check your gauge. Includes: 3 letter-size pages, 2 color photos, 5 charts, no schematic Techniques used: cuff to toe construction, heel flap, circular knitting, kitchener stitch, cables, and twisted stitches       Photos courtesy of James Clark & Kristen TenDyke.