Safiyyah Talley shares an innovative and fun way to make a pair of socks, or slippers, with easy to understand words and great pictures that really bring this new method to life. I love the variety of patterns and the fun way the designs are presented. A really cool read.

I truly enjoyed this book. It is a great resource for beginner sock knitters. I love that the methods used a simple but there are so many variations offered in the book to make the socks something that will suit both each knitters individual skill level but also their personally. While I have yet to knit a pair of socks using this method I look forward to trying it, the charts and instructions seem very straight forward. The photography was also done beautifully.

Storey publications sent me the final book. I am excited to try out this method. Charting is clear and concise. An interesting and great way to make two socks at once. Make a tube and waste yarn for the heel and division rows. I enjoyed reading this and am excited to try this method. If you enjoy making socks this is well worth trying. Excellent and time saving.

As a beginner sock knitter, I found the patterns and instructions easy to follow! I have already recommended it to a few friends who are on various levels of knitting expertise. I certainly hope to see more from this author in the future.

Knit 2 Socks in 1 is now my favorite sock knitting book! I love to knit socks, but actually knitting the second sock has been a thing that only happens to about half of my socks. I love the idea of knitting just one tube and using waste yarn for afterthought heels and toes. I made a couple of adjustments so that I could shape the toe better (I have small feet,) but that was the only thing I think I have changed so far when I knit with these patterns.

Thank you NetGalley and Storey Publishing for sending me this book in exchange for my honest review.

This technique is a refreshing take on knitting socks and should appeal to many knitters who find socks challenging.

Great book. What a fabulous idea and a great way to knit socks. Easy to understand instructions very well explained.

This book presents an innovative technique for knitting two socks at one time, thereby avoiding the need to control multiple yarn balls and the possibility that you might lose the first sock before you are done with the second. I like the premise! It "uncomplicates" the idea of a sock knitting project down to the basics: you are knitting a tube, and all the rest is embellishment.

This simplification makes the instruction in this book suitable for a beginner at knitting, not just a beginner to sock knitting. I enjoyed the introduction to topics such as needle and fiber choice as well as to sock anatomy. The book therefore has a very bottom-up - dare I say, "toe-up?" ;) - feel, allowing the reader/knitter to build their own sock features and giving them the confidence to customize freely. Charts and tables are provided to assist in creating socks that fit newborns through large men in size, and 7 variations on an initial base pattern are provided. I believe this base technique would also be useful for more experienced knitters to use alongside their favorite toe and heel variation.

Highly recommended if sock knitting seems too fussy, and would be a worthwhile addition to any knitting library due to its introduction to an interesting new technique.

My thanks to NetGalley, Storey Publishing, and the author for providing an e-arc for review.

Knit 2 Socks in 1 is a fun technique guide with tutorials and patterns for hand-knit socks 2 in one written by Safiyyah Talley. Due out 1st March 2022 from Storey, it's 152 pages and will be available in hardcover and ebook formats.

I have been knitting for decades. In fact, my paternal grandmother taught me to knit back when circular needles were still relatively rare. When I learned to knit socks (and other small circumference knits in the round), my go-to technique involved double pointed "sock" needles. Not too many years ago, a colleague taught me magic loop and I started knitting 2 socks (or sleeves) at a time - because, as the author wisely points out, lots of people lose the impulse between knitting the first sock and finishing the second one. She jokes, but I actually have misplaced a sock and couldn't find it when I was finishing the second sock in the pair. I'm also really bad about buying yarn for a project and then misplacing the pattern before I get started.

This is a completely new-to-me and innovative technique which really could be a game changer for some knitters. The basic premise involves knitting one long tube, starting with the ribbing on sock one, using waste yarn to mark out the live stitches for an afterthought heel, continuing on for the foot, waste yarn carrier where the toe decreases are going to start on sock one.. continuing in the same order down the leg of sock two, marking waste yarn carrier for the heel on sock two, through the foot, and finishing the toe decreases of sock 2.

The basic techniques are easy to understand and the tutorials are accompanied by crisp, clear, color photos without any hands or other objects in the way of the camera. The author shows the technique on a wide variety of yarn types and in a bunch of different sizes, from baby socks to adult sized super thick slipper socks.

The introduction contains a good basic primer on yarn weight, tools, and supplies, but contains no tutorial for learning basic knitting, so absolute beginners will need to find a tutorial or knitting mentor to help out (I recommend knitting buddies, they're awesome). Throughout the text, she's included useful tables and charts to help readers DIY their own patterns and customize different details. In fact, she describes the process like one of those choose-your-own adventure books which I absolutely devoured at a frightening rate when I was a kid. It's a good analogy.

I enjoyed the chatty conversational writing and the encouraging "vibe" of the whole book. I don't want to overemphasize, but I also appreciated the fact that the author is a woman of color and representation is so important. She's a talented teacher, innovator, and designer as well, and that's probably more salient, but it's nice to see someone who doesn't necessarily look like me (middle aged white gal) bringing her perspective to the table. I'd love to take a class or workshop someday from Ms. Talley.

Four and a half stars. Most of the terms are in American English. There's a retailer list at the back of the book with links to suppliers, most in North America along with a short general knitting abbreviations chart.

Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.

I loved this. It's good for first time sock knitters, because the instructions are clear, the patterns are simple, and the afterthought heel just requires basic decreases. There's no kitchener stitch, if you're one of those people who hates it. I enjoyed learning a less fiddly technique for knitting two at a time and I plan on using this to zoom along while knitting socks on public transportation.

The general sock knitting sections (fiber, notions etc) are very strong too, I had to read several books to get the info packed into this one, and I still learned some new tips! Like a DIY sock blocker, and a princess sole. The one glaring omission for me is the lack of specific info on stretchy cast-ons. Also, the heel featured in most of the patterns isn't my personal fave to wear. I prefer a heel flap because it's easier to customize to my teensy narrow heels. But I loved the yoga sock pattern and want to make a million of them.

I'm an experienced knitter, and an experienced sock knitter, and I am fascinated by Safiyyah Talley's technique for knitting two socks at a time.

This book does an excellent job of layout out the basics - yarn, needles, techniques for knitting in the round. And the author's voice is conversational and fun.

The technique itself is quite unusual! I found myself telling several of my knitting friends about it and none of us had considered it before. But it's well explained and I think an adventurous beginner would have no trouble following the instructions. If starting the second sock is your sticking point, but you have no problem with finishing work, you'll enjoy it. I also like that she offers many variations of patterns to entice folks to give it a try.

I would have liked if the author had included more information about closing heels and toes with kitchener stitch as the technique described in the book won't be a good fit for all feet, especially those of us whose toes are more rectangular than rounded or pointy.

I may give this technique a try, but I will be modifying pieces of it to fit my personal knitting preferences. Which is what knitters do! A fun new option for the toolbox.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

If you've ever started knitting a pair of socks, finished the first one and either got bored by the idea of doing the same thing all over again, or started on the second sock and lost the first before you finished it, this is the book for you. Where is it that single socks go to hide? Safiyyah Talley has developed a system that allows you to knit two socks in one, divide them up and have a perfectly finished pair of socks. Sounds good? It's clever and well-thought-out.

I'd better deliver my disclaimer before I go any further. It's well over sixty years since I knit my first pair of socks and I've knit hundreds of pairs. I know the patterns off by heart and I suspect that I could knit them blindfolded if it wasn't for the fact that I like to read whilst I'm knitting. There are some people who knit to make something and others who knit because they must knit. I'm in the latter group. If you're in the first group, this book will be more relevant to you than it is to me. It's still a good read though.

We're taken step by step through the process of making socks. You'll understand why some yarns are better for certain purposes than others and why. I liked the way that this was explained. Talley has a way with words: when she described cotton's slouch after it's been worn a few times, I knew exactly what she meant. She's very clear too on yarn weights although the terms will be more familiar to readers in the US. In the UK you're probably going to be doing quite a bit of googling to ensure that you get your tension correct.

No point is too small for Talley's attention. I use double pointed straight needles but some alternatives might suit you better. Throughout the book she's supportive and you'll feel that you're in safe hands as you work your way through swatches, sock anatomy and laundering. The ability to knit two socks in one depends on 'lifelines'. You'll need to pay attention to this but it is less complex than the description would lead you to believe. I could quibble and say that I prefer the shape of heel which you get by using the traditional method but I really am being picky.

Would I use the system? I doubt it as I'm too stuck in my ways to make the change but I wouldn't rule out trying it for fun. Knitters do that sort of thing. My favourite pattern of the seven you get, each with three variations, is the Royal Coronation baby booties. Now that I think about it, I have some cotton yarn which would be perfect...

I'd like to thank the publishers for letting Bookbag have a review copy.

I loved this book! I have tried knitting socks before, and with this book I was finally able to get two done. The instructions are laid out clearly, the author is encouraging and delightful, and the socks are so cute. I would recommend this book to knitters who are beginning with knitting socks, and those who have been knitting them for a long time.

Thank you so the author, publisher, and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is a welcome book for me following the dreaded holiday sock syndrome (AKA I love knitting socks but its the absolute last thing I want to do right now because of the daunting second sock). I love the thought of knitting an endless tube of stockinette with some perfectly placed safety lines and then having to pick those up later on to tie up the loose ends. Will definitely be trying this for my next pair!

This book is appropriate for knitters who have already mastered the craft of sock knitting. Personally, I believe that knitting socks is the hardest knitting skill there is, and despite this book having a lovely section devoted to answering some FAQ regarding yarn weights, needles, etc., I wouldn't recommend this to a beginner knitter.

Lovely book! Looking forward to trying this technique very soon.

This concept of how to make 2 socks at once is very unique and something I would like to try but the toes don’t seem very comfortable. The explanations and photos will be helpful to readers. Many different sock patterns are provided.

I still consider myself a beginner when it comes to knitting, but I do want to try and knit socks, so I had to take the opportunity to read this ARC.

This is a good beginners’ book, explaining about different yarns, equipment needed and about basic sock structure. This is followed up by patterns for different socks. Many of the patterns look a bit complicated and daunting for me, but I am going to start with the basic ‘everyday sock’ pattern and see where I go from there!

I think intermediate/advanced knitters would really enjoy this book.

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

This shows a great method of knitting socks.
The instructions and detailed and the photos are great throughout. This book covers everything you could ever need to know , Including needles, yarn type and stitch guages.
A lovely book for anyone wanting to get into sock knitting .




I voluntarily read and reviewed this book, all thoughts and opinions are my own.

This method of knitting socks is an interesting concept is you're a fairly accomplished knitter and want to try something new and different. The concept is to knit one long tube with some safety lines, then put a toe, a cuff, and "afterthought" heels onto your set of socks later. I haven't tried this, but I'm game and may give this a try after reading the book.

The book also includes a good deal of material on knitting basics. I would guess that most knitters who can handle socks (an advanced skill, in my humble opinion) would already have this knowledge under their belts. Nonetheless, the material is useful for beginners and well written and presented.

Highly recommended for hand knitted sock aficionados who grow weary of "second sock syndrome."

I'm what is an advanced beginner and this book was perfect for me. The title technique involves making a sock, a long tube and the other sock. It's pretty clever. There are helpful tip for beginners to work on tougher bits like heels and toes. There's the usual basic information on knitting and then there's different pattern to make socks. I love that the author is a Black woman with a podcast that combines knitting and true crime.

Love this book for its down-to-earth layout and tips for making sock making less of a headache! I'd highly recommend this book for knitters who are looking for ways to make making two of something a bit more fun!