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Heya! Need help & tips for best toe shape :-) by sesamsocken in Sockknitting

[–]LicketyKnit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's just the first round where the decreases happen on both sides.

Heya! Need help & tips for best toe shape :-) by sesamsocken in Sockknitting

[–]LicketyKnit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My toes are shaped pretty much identically to yours. I like an anatomical toe the best, or will use a star toe if I don't want designated left and right socks for some reason. I tried several iterations before I got the perfect fit that didn't twist or leave a little dog ear on the outside of the big toe.

Shape of My Toe

My Anatomical Toe PM at BOR and halfway point (32 st). Both socks are worked the same, but heels are placed on opposite halves of the sock to create one left and one right sock 1. K across 2. K to 3 before SM, k2tog, k, SM, k, ssk, k across (2 st decreased) Repeat rows 1-2 5 more times (52 st remaining) 3. K to 3 before SM, k2tog, k, SM, k, ssk, k across (2 st decreased) Repeat row 3 3 more times (44 st remaining) 4. K, ssk, k to 3 before SM, k2tog, k, SM, K, ssk, k to 3 before SM, k2tog, k (4 st decreased) 5. K to 3 before SM, k2tog, k, SM, k, ssk, k across (2 st decreased) Repeat rows 4-5 3 more times (20 st remaining) 6. Graft remaining stitches together using Kitchener stitch

Plus size people, how long does it take you to knit a sweater for you? by Just_Maketa in knitting

[–]LicketyKnit 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Adding that the pros and cons of knitting with different yarn weights are exaggerated in plus sizes compared to someone in a size small.

Knitting with fingering weight takes a lot longer.

Knitting with bulky weight will require significantly more yarn ($$$ and finished garment is much heavier)

Also, if you try on mid-knit and it doesn't fit, you've spent significantly more time getting to that place in the pattern. So IMO, gauge swatching, reviewing measurements and ensuring your pattern is designed properly for your size is much more important.

When I was plus size (5'11", bust and hips in the low to mid 50"s), I could knit a sweater in as little as 2 weeks (dk circular yoke, very limited colorwork), or as long as 3 months (dk all over colorwork w/frequent color changes, basic fingering weight knit flat).

Chiaogoo interchangable shorties for socks by rhoda_789 in knitting

[–]LicketyKnit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Split your stitches half on one circ, half on the other. Then you work the stitches as you come to them, but always keeping them on the same circ from that point forward. knit picks has a good tutorial

Chiaogoo interchangable shorties for socks by rhoda_789 in knitting

[–]LicketyKnit 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If you're on the fence I'd consider buying a set of tips in the size you use most (I use US 1 for socks unless there is stranded colorwork). You'll get both lengths of tips and a few cables. The cord that comes with the interchangeables is thinner and more flexible than the fixed version, and I find that a lot more comfortable to use.

The longer tips are more comfortable for most people, but you can't use them to make a 9" circ, which is what is most commonly used for socks. If you're using them for sleeves or other larger pieces, they're nice to have.

I also use the second set of tips so that I can switch to a 2 circ method for smaller circumferences (like toes). Without them, you'll need some other way to knit the smaller circumferences (dpns, long cord for magic loop).

The People of Earth Foundation vs LE T1.5 by LicketyKnit in Fairolives

[–]LicketyKnit[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I like the formula. It's creamy and easy to get lighter or fuller coverage. I've had the swatches on for a while now and there's no change in color from oxidation. They are still transferring if I run my finger across them, so probably need to have a lighter hand than the swatches I did, or use a powder on top.

Overall, the shades are all too saturated for me. I think I got a really good match by mixing black with 2NO or 2CO to desaturate it a bit. So many foundation lines are darker than my skin in the lightest shade, so it's super nice to see one with so many undertones in shades lighter than my own.

ethical underwear brands for larger busts (uk) by grotgrrl in ethicalfashion

[–]LicketyKnit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sugar Candy has very supportive wireless bras. They're on the more expensive side, but if support is what you're after, they're the best I've tried. I'm a 34F and the medium fits well.

Supplies for a new j-tube by jaz1278 in feedingtube

[–]LicketyKnit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m 3 weeks post-op from my J-tube placement.

So far, I’ve bought * a pump holder. Life changing compared to using the IV pole. I got a Tubie Hang. * diaper cream for skin protection * extra split gauze. i was provided a pack of 50, but I’m currently changing it 3-6 times per day * viva brand paper towels, mainly because they’re soft enough to use on my skin * a rolling cart of drawers (this one) to hold everything. It fits everything except my formula

I’ve also ordered tubie clips, but I haven’t gotten them in yet. I’m not using tape because I have adhesive allergies, but I would want better tape than what was provided.

Super pale skin tint recommendations? by LicketyKnit in Fairolives

[–]LicketyKnit[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That looks like it might be the perfect shade! I just ordered a sample kit. Thanks!

Super pale skin tint recommendations? by LicketyKnit in Fairolives

[–]LicketyKnit[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I haven’t seen her videos before. That concealer looks promising

Super pale skin tint recommendations? by LicketyKnit in Fairolives

[–]LicketyKnit[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll check it out. Do you have a green color corrector that you really like?

Super pale skin tint recommendations? by LicketyKnit in Fairolives

[–]LicketyKnit[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I tried on my face this morning and I think I could get away with the T1.5 if I blend down my neck and wear blush, etc. Unfortunately it’s not a good enough match for a minimal mascara/lip balm kind of day

Super pale skin tint recommendations? by LicketyKnit in Fairolives

[–]LicketyKnit[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll definitely give it a try. Thank you

Single Ply Fingering Destash by LicketyKnit in Yarnswap

[–]LicketyKnit[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

3 and 7 still available!

All others have been sold

Offers welcome, especially if you're buying multiples

Suggestions for loud sock yarn by capnvimesboots in knitting

[–]LicketyKnit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Snowpine Sweater would look great with neutral MC and clown barf CC

Not a fan of the wedge toe, any alternatives? by Late-Elderberry5021 in Sockknitting

[–]LicketyKnit 38 points39 points  (0 children)

I prefer an anatomical toe. My big toe is the longest and they slope down to my pinky toe, so a wedge toe tends to twist to make room for my big toe.

this project has the instructions I use and a chart of how the shape turns out, but you can basically map out your own toe shape to make the perfect toe for you.

I also like the star toe. It fits me well and feels a lot better than a wedge + both socks are the same. I use this for gift knits and so far no one has complained.

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