So first I would like to say that the ARC I have been given contained a lot of errors which I hope will be corrected before publication, but I can only review the book I've been given. I have not subtracted any stars from my rating for the mistakes because that seemed unfair.

I found the premise of the book fascinating and thought the concept looked really clever and doable. I also liked the presented patterns and loved the pictures. The people in the photos looked so nice and likable, I would love to sit down with them for a cup of tea and a stitch'n bitch. I can't say too much about how easy to follow the instructions might be, because there were placeholders instead of referrals to places or sections, due to this not being the final version. If all of this gets fixed before publishing, I think this will be a great, really useful knitting book.

This book is a godsend to me!!!! Several times I have started knitting a pair of socks only to finish one and lose interest in knitting its mate. So over time I just simply said to myself, "You can't knit socks!" Author and crafter Safiyyah Talley solves this issue in a absolutely ingenious manner. Basically you knit a tube (toe at one end and cuff at the other). You follow a few simple steps. Voila! You have a pair of socks. The book also give helpful tips on which yarn and needles to use. The photographs are affirming and helpful. This is a great book. I look forward to knitting many socks in the near future!

Thanks to NetGalley and Storey Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this book.

I've followed The Drunk Knitter for several years and I am so excited about this book! The instructions were super easy to follow and I definitely feel that I can confidently make a pair of matching socks.

This is a great book! I've knitted a number of socks cuff down but was looking around for a new method. This book has well written instructions with plenty of photos. Very inspiring and approachable, and bringing new ideas to a very popular topic in the knitting world. Very impressive!

You’ve picked the perfect sock yarn. You have the needles, the pattern and you are ready to go. You start with the cuff, continue with the body, turn the heel and taper to the toe. Finished. A success. But then…you have to do it again. Exactly the same way. That’s why so many knitters have a collection of odd socks waiting for the moment of inspiration to finish the partners.

Safiyyah Talley has a genius idea in Knit 2 Socks in 1. The method she uses is simple. Begin with a cuff then knit a long tube separated at intervals by “lifelines” of removable waste yarn (different color yarn from another project). The tube ends with a toe. Finish both socks by removing the waste yarn and adding the missing section: heel, cuff, etc. This may sound complicated but it is not. The illustration and step by step directions are very clear. Talley follows with original patterns for socks organized by the patterns used (ribbed, frilled, lace) and sized for babies children and adults.

Knit 2 Socks in 1 is an excellent guide for knitters at every level. Talley discusses yarn weight, needle size, blocking techniques, swatching and accessories. There are sizing charts and a worksheet for notes. Knit 2 Socks in 1 belongs in every knitter’s library. 5 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley, Storey Publishing and Safiyyah Talley for this ARC.

This is a great book for sock knitters. Safiyyah Talley presents us with a well designed solution for the infamous "single sock syndrome". Knitters can now create two socks in one go, with a few finishing touches to each at the end. We no longer need to fear having two different socks or no second sock altogether. There are plenty of project ideas provided, meeting almost any sock knitter's desire. There is also a great section on needles and yarn selection, specifically geared toward this category of projects. Pictures are well done and serve to further inspire creativity.

It is important to note, however, that this book is geared toward those with some knitting experience. Expertise is not required, but this book will not provide a detailed description of how to knit, or a specific step-by-step breakdown of stitches. This basic knowledge is a prerequisite. I would recommend this book to anyone who has knitted socks in the past and desires a better way of doing so.

Through NetGalley, I received a free copy of KNIT 2 SOCKS IN 1 (Discover the Easy Magic of Turning One Long Sock into a Pair! Chose from 21 Original Designs, in All Sizes) by Safiyyah Talley in exchange for an honest review. This is an instructional manual on how to use the “after thought” heel and waste yarn to knit one long tube with a toe, separate the top half, then add one more toe, one more cuff, and two heels to turn that one long tube into two socks. I can see a couple of different ways to use this setup depending on the colorway of the yarn being used. This is a great method for those people who tend to lose that first sock while knitting the second. I have a friend I really want to tell about this method! I highly recommend this to people who are looking for a different way to knit two socks at a time.

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"Knit 2 Socks in 1" is an intriguing book for the sock knitter! Safiyyah Talley has come up with the idea to knit a long tube with lifelines (a term very familiar to knitters) to make knitting a pair of socks more doable! Second sock syndrome is a real thing in knitter land...you always seem to make the first sock no problem, but then very slowly or even never knit the second sock. The idea in this book will make that second sock not an issue! I personally can't wait to try this technique!

As someone who is new to knitting, I love that I can now knit two socks at the same time. I've heard about the second sock, the illusive and mysterious project that never quite comes to fruition. Other than my relief at learning I have the ability to 1-and-done a pair of socks, the variety of designs and sizes, explanation of the basics of yarn, needles, and technique, and the inclusion of a worksheet for knitters are additional perks.

Review based on a NetGalley ARC provided by the publishers.

This book is perfect for any knitter, who like me, suffers from Single Sock Syndrome (SSS). I'm always afraid my second sock will not turn out as the first. Hence I either try to work two socks at a time, using magic loop, and give up when I get to the heel and turn the socks into wristwarmers, or I don't cast on at all.

Talley shows a truly simple method in this book, which follows the popular "build-your-own-adventure novel" approach, allowing the knitter to be creative while following her 'afterthought method' [my description] for avoiding SSS.

The introduction to the book includes information on yarn weight, needles, sizing, how to get gauge, which notions might be useful, and so much more. Making this book a good fit for beginners at sock knitting as well as advanced knitters.

I love knitting socks, they’re probably one of the things I knit the most so I was very excited when I saw this book.

It’s a good book, the instructions are clear and easy to understand, and I like the photos throughout the book. I was pleasantly surprised to find there were quite a few sock patterns in it too. They weren’t all to my personal liking but there were definitely patterns I will be making.

Overall Knit 2 Socks in 1 is a good book suitable for beginner or advanced sock knitters and a great book to have in your craft book collection.

3.5 stars


Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

"Second Sock Syndrome" is real and I've never made a second sock in my life! So I am super excited to try some of these patterns. I've never heard of the technique and I always love learning new knitting secrets. As soon as I finish with my current test knit, I'll be getting some new socks from these patterns! 😁