Finally finished the cable hose!

**piperdbh** · 11th May 10, 07:13 PM

Those are really fine hose. I'm sure you're very proud of them.

Now you've got to share the details: what yarn? what needles? your own pattern or an adaptation? and all that other stuff we need to know.

**fluter** · 11th May 10, 07:43 PM

Very bonnie indeed!

**sydnie7** · 12th May 10, 07:37 AM

Originally Posted by piperdbh

Those are really fine hose. I'm sure you're very proud of them.

Now you've got to share the details: what yarn? what needles? your own pattern or an adaptation? and all that other stuff we need to know.

Most of that info is in the original thread, linked in OP here. Paton's Classic wool on size 5 DPNs, the cable pattern was purchased and integrated into Calanacraft's ribbed calf pattern but I had to figure out how to "end" it above the ankles.

I'll try to get them modeled tonight for more photos. Thanks to all for the wonderful reactions and encouraging comments! I'm already planning what goes on the needles next. . . but I'll let them cool for a short time while I think about it.

**McFarkus** · 12th May 10, 11:56 AM

Well done!

**sydnie7** · 4th July 10, 10:37 AM

OK, finally got them "on the hoof." The major disappointment is that they are too long! This despite carefully slipping them onto his leg while still on the needles, to gauge the length. . . so now I need to rip them up almost to the end of the cable and start the heel flap from there. Sometime. Meanwhile, we double-folded the cuff so they looked OK for a day at the Vista Games, with Leatherneck tartan.

They also need garter ties or significantly shorter flashes, but that's an easy fix. Meantime I am nearly finished with my next pair, to be unveiled in another week or so!

**Standard** · 4th July 10, 02:49 PM

Originally Posted by sydnie7

OK, finally got them "on the hoof." The major disappointment is that they are too long! This despite carefully slipping them onto his leg while still on the needles, to gauge the length. . . so now I need to rip them up almost to the end of the cable and start the heel flap from there. Sometime. Meanwhile, we double-folded the cuff so they looked OK for a day at the Vista Games, with Leatherneck tartan.

They also need garter ties or significantly shorter flashes, but that's an easy fix. Meantime I am nearly finished with my next pair, to be unveiled in another week or so!

Shorter flashes or garter ties aside these are an amazing pair of hose. Well done indeed!

**Friday** · 7th July 10, 11:16 AM

Out standing job. I would wash them a few time before frogging to get a shorter length. Some super wash does "shrink" after washing.

**Spc. Scott** · 8th July 10, 07:46 AM

Those look great! I love how thick the cabling looks.

**Nighthawk** · 8th July 10, 05:37 PM

That color goes really well with the tartan. Very nice job!!

**MacMillans son** · 8th July 10, 09:24 PM

(Quote)..."so now I need to rip them up almost to the end of the cable and start the heel flap from there. Sometime."

Personally, I think getting a taller model may be a better solution!!

And, if you decide to start taking applications, I don't have a pair of red hose yet...just sayin'

All joking aside, those are lovely hose! I am always amazed by people who have such artistic talent, and patience. Thanks for sharing them with us.