Announcement
Can't wait for me to re-stock? Please contact me for a custom order and I’ll knit socks just for you.
Every stitch is hand knitted by me - these are hand knitted socks in the truest sense; they are not made by a machine.
I make 'scrappy’ socks like the ones in the photo above, made with lots of different coloured sock yarns, as well as adult socks and small iPhone (5-8 and 12/13 MINI) socks from self patterning sock yarn. Please note that I don’t make larger phone socks.
This link - http://www.etsy.com/shop/sockysocks/sold will show you examples of my sold work and the yarns I have used previously.
For more information about custom orders, sizing, shipping methods and other general information please read my shop policies - http://www.etsy.com/shop/sockysocks/policy
UK only sales from 22/03/20 until further notice.
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Scotty on May 9, 2024
5 out of 5 starsA happy, returning customer. These socks are so cute. They’re extremely well made and very high quality finish. If you love a lover of socks; show that sock-loving, lovely person just how much you love them and buy them these socks. = increase the love!
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Scotty on May 3, 2024
5 out of 5 starsSocks are just beautiful. So well made & finished to very high standard. “🎶Oh Mandy, you came and you knitted us socks and you made … our day, oh Mandy… etc etc 🎵” Would definitely recommend these magic socks.
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ginettemills on Apr 26, 2024
5 out of 5 starsGreat selection of yarns to add to my scrappy mitred blanket. Thank you
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Kerry on Apr 4, 2024
5 out of 5 starsLovely little sock, bought it for a digital camera and it fits perfectly! Mandy was really responsive when I was worried about shipping times but it arrived the morning after I ordered it 😁 couldn't be happier!
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Nicholas on Feb 25, 2024
5 out of 5 starsVery happy with this, high quality and vibrant like described perfecting on website.
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rwingate10 on Jan 19, 2024
5 out of 5 starsNice mix of plain and mixed...all great quality 2 balls of some weird fluffy stuff that I couldn't stand to touch and if I buy again I would ask if they could swap out.... but that's a me problem
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Sally on Jan 11, 2024
5 out of 5 starsGreat selection of sock wool. I’m using it to make tiny goblin blankets… it’s perfect and means I don’t have buy lots of large balls of wool.
About sockysocks
Socks, socks and yet more socks!
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Mandy Williams
Owner, Designer, Sock Knitter
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Frequently asked questions
Custom and personalised orders
Please contact me with a link to an example of your choice of yarn (from my sold or for sale listings). I will advise you if it is still available and give you an estimate of how long it will take to fulfil your order. Womens socks cost £26 (up to UK size 8), mens socks (and womens UK 9 upwards) £30, iPhone 5 socks are £7.50, iPhone 6/7/8/SE/12 MINI/13 MINI socks are £8.50 (this is the biggest iPhone size I make). Once your order has been knitted I will contact you and list the socks for purchase (one medium pair usually takes me at least 4 days to knit). I don’t ask for any money in advance. Custom orders should be bought within 7 days of listing. If they have not been purchased within that time they will be put up for general sale.
Sizing details
All measurements are as accurate as possible and made against a flat unstretched sock. Obviously the socks will stretch (a good inch) when on your feet so should measure a little less than your foot length/width - they should have what is called 'negative ease'. I like socks to fit quite snugly and as a UK size 5 I would wear a UK womens size 4-6 for the best fit. My foot measures just over 9 inches long, 9 inches at it's widest part and 9.5 inches around the bony ankle.
Please note the main sizes given are for UK shoe sizes, with an approximate US size - please check a conversion table if you are outside the UK. This is the one I refer to - https://bigblackboots.com/bsizcvt.htm#S
If you are unsure of which size to buy please contact me.
Care instructions
Machine or hand cool wash, dry flat. Do not use fabric conditioner/softener or biological washing detergent.
Sadly, even my socks don't last forever. Should you need some yarn to make a repair to yours please contact me and if I still have the yarn I'll send you some free of charge (a small amount of yarn is now sent with the socks, but if you bought socks prior to Spring 2013 or have lost your yarn please get in touch).
When your phone sock gets a bit loose please machine wash it to tighten up the yarn.
Gift wrapping and packaging
Please add a note to seller if you require any message to be sent to a gift recipient and their name and address if you would like me to mail the order directly to them. Socks will be sent in a pink or blue craft paper bag. Phone socks in a cellophane sleeve.
If the order is not marked as a gift the socks/phone sock will be loose in a recyclable envelope as I am trying to avoid waste and un-recyclable packaging.
Do you offer tracked shipping?
UK:
Orders with a value of up to £60 will be sent First class with proof of posting.
Orders over £60 will be sent First Class Signed For which requires a signature on delivery (at no extra cost to the buyer).
I am no longer selling outside the UK.
I haven't received my order - is it lost in the mail?
Probably not. If you have a tracking number you can see where your parcel was last tracked to. If the order was shipped without tracking there is no way of knowing where it is.
Please note that in the event of bad weather and busy times like the run up to Christmas, mail can take a lot longer to be delivered. If you haven't received your order after 7 working days please contact me so that I can start the claims process and offer you either a refund or a replacement (please contact me sooner if you are worried).
Additional shipping information
Buyers are responsible for any and all duties and customs charges that may be incurred.
If a package is undeliverable due to an inaccurate shipping address provided by the buyer, or if a package is unclaimed by the buyer, I cannot be held responsible. The buyer will therefore be responsible for the cost of re-shipping the package.
More information about sock yarn, my patterns, my process
I use machine washable 4 ply sock yarn (fingering weight yarn) made from a mixture of wool (for warmth and durability) and polyamide/nylon (for stretch). 4 ply yarn isn't particularly thick so my socks can be worn comfortably in shoes and trainers. My patterns are my own that I have developed to give the neatest shaping and best fit. It takes me about 20 hours to knit a pair of medium womens socks and about 25 hours for mens. Mens socks are 4 stitches (about half an inch) wider than womens socks. My socks are made with a standard knitted heel but I can make them with a reinforced (double thickness) heel if required. I hand knit my socks 'in the round' on 5 double pointed needles so there are no seams. The toe is grafted (kitchener stitched)
Terms of business
All prices quoted here are in UK sterling (GBP).
All sales are subject to UK & EU law.
Please note, contrary to what it says on the listings, VAT or any other sales tax is NOT included on any item in this shop as I am not registered to collect VAT or any other form of sales tax - this is a site-wide mistake that Etsy needs to correct.
Any other questions?
Please contact me!