Getting Rid of the Ladders in the Magic Loop Socks

Yesterday I went to visit Molly and meet her new baby.  Both looked dazzling.  Of course, after Molly's bundle of joy fell asleep, talk soon turned to knitting.  I showed Molly my Magic Loops socks and talked about my gap problem on the turn.  Lucky for me, Molly is a whiz at socks and favors the Magic Loop method.  She gave me this tip that I want to pass on to you. 

When you switch from the back to the front of the sock, knit the first stitch very loosely (do not pull).  On the second stitch, give a little tug.  This should eliminate the ladder effect.

Look closely at the rib column that starts at the spot where the needles join.  I fixed the ladder issue in the last half inch.  Hopefully you'll notice how it's nice and tight there and looser the rest of the way.  This knitting tip worked like a charm for me.  Maybe it will work for you, too.

Comments

[Charlie]

Thanks for this tip! I can't wait to try it!!

[jj doll]

help me please. I learned how to do a magic loop sock and am up to the heel flap, and lost my instructions. Any help would soooo much be appreciated. I am a brand new knitter, so please don't use any abbreviations----spell it out for me, I won't be offended at all. Thanks to anyone and everyone who can help me. JJ

[Molly]

Oh, I am so glad that worked for you! Annabeth and I had a great time visiting with you yesterday. Thanks for coming!

[Bev]

Great tip. Oh, and I tagged you because you were one of the first blogs I ever read. You can find the questions on my blog. Have fun!

[Bev]

Great tip. Oh, and I tagged you because you were one of the first blogs I ever read. You can find the questions on my blog. Have fun!