Toe up socks, Part 1: Cast on and foot

This is a tutorial for toe up socks. Written instructions are shown below for this part. The next part will be released in two weeks time.

Part 1: Cast on and foot, written instructions

Requirements:
2.5mm or US1 circular needles at least 60cm in length
100g fingering or 4 ply yarn
Progress keeper
darning needle
Scissors

Abbreviations:
K - knit
M1R -make one right
M1L - make one left

Knit one round

Repeat the following 2 rows until you have 60 stitches (or size required)

Row 1: on your first needle K1, M1R, K to 1 stitch before end of needle, M1L, K1 On needle two K1, M1R, K to one stitch before end of needle, M1L, K1

Row 2: Knit

Once you have the required stitch count knit in the round until your work measures 2 inches less than the length of your foot from toe to heel.

In part 2 we will complete the heel

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[JacqueDooley]

Awesome video and training. It made sense to me and I understood everything you said. You are a terrific instructor. I am deaf. You spoke so clearly and not to fast. Thank you so much.

[Tsiri]

I'm a lifetime knitter (50 years) and have done most things, but was always afraid of socks. NO LONGER- I'm making a pair using your directions! God bless you. You've got a lifetime subscriber here.

[kjlouisi]

Ellie, I just have to thank you, and tell you that with your toe up cast-on, I finally have got it!!! I am on my way to my first toe-up sock!! YAY!!

[sallysandwith]

Thanks for your podcast on toe up socks. I can see clearly and the tone of your voice is relaxing.For me it calms my nerves when learning a new method. You’re the best.❤️🇺🇸Sally

[jjbing]

Finally understand which way to put the m1 stitch on because of the close up!! Excellent tutorial!!!

[Suusie]

I have knit my first sock! This is such an easy tutorial to follow. I have gone from saying I will never knit socks to possibly a sock obsession. Thank you!

[sonfederman]

Your explanations on m1r and m1 l are brilliant. I've benn knitting socks for awhile now and gave up on remembering how to be consistent, and simply do a kfb. But you have just shone a light on this so thank you. All your tutorials are really wonderful (as are your podcasts).

[caroleblackham]

Thankyou Ellie I’ve sorted it just took my time and kept watching how to do it thankyou

[hisalone]

Good morning Ellie! I absolutely love your training videos!!!! So clear and concise. You are truly a knitting gem to the masses! Blessings....Beverly

[snvazquez]

I love the way you teach, you should do more tutorials like this. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge! ❤

[mmillar]

Ellie, you are amazing!I have always been so terrified to attempt to make my two boys socks.Now they will get those socks for Christmas!Thank you so much.Love you're episodes too xx

[mariwhitmer]

Thanks to Ellie I'm happy to report I am ready for part two. It's gone well so far. Anyone else knitting along with tutorial?

[jillcooper]

I have checked out many videos on how to do this and yours is the best. I love it you did a wonderful job. Finally someone who explains it perfectly. I have never knit socks but been wanting to try so now with your help I think I will bite the bullet and do it. Thank you

[KnitandCrochet]

Thank you so much for taking the time to do this video. I really like the way you started your socks.

[kiwibelinda]

The best tutorial I have come across (and love your podcast) I only been knitting socks this year and I wish I had seen this tutorial. You have a lovely voice, good handwork, and tutorial is paced as if you could knit along - Thanks !

[Mellie]

Hello Ellie Ifound your site quite by accident and subscribed today. You are so interesting down to earth and someone after my own heart. I love to knit, sew, bead, make greeting cards etc. I only wish more people like yourself were around to show these fabulous podcasts. I too feel like my relatives who taught me so much aunts and my mom were still around so I have to watch these videos to get inspired. I also love that a British person is flicking instead of continental knitting. I have down a bit of dabbling with the judy magic loop cast on with the toe up version. I really love that you are demonstrating with the toe up version. Have to try these hiya needles and this beautiful yarn. Greetings from MA . my grandmother was from Bolton England and taught me how to knit.

[GagaKnits]

Hi Ellie. After a few false starts I'm knitting along with you. I've only knitted two pairs of socks before and one of those was your love and to cherish socks so I know I'm in safe hands. X

[Juliemr]

This is a great tutorial. Really clearly explained. I now feel confident to have a go at my first socks. Thanks.

[roseruiz]

Great tutorial...good tips and tricks. You've given me the courage to attempt magic loop. Thanks for sharing!

[solstitches]

I couldn’t wait to watch this after seeing you mention it on IG.
I had all but given up on knitting toe up socks but your instructions are so good I feel inspired to have another go. Thanks for a great tutorial