Dear Sock Pal:

Your socks are ready! Look forward to other tootsie-related items, as well!

Details

The pattern is http://stitchesofviolet.blogspot.com/2004/12/old-shale-two-yarn-sock-pattern.html with thanks to Marguerite. Both yarns are Lorna's Laces, Shepherd Sock. The solid is "Berry" and the multi color is "Iris Garden". These babies were brought into the world on a pair of No. 3 Turbos.

What I learned

How to take a hint: When the first pattern proved to not have enough stretch after three froggings (more like mental floggings), I finally changed patterns.

Quality is in the eye of the beholder: This is not an excuse. The socks I will receive could very possibly be better as in more elaborate or more evenly stitched. I am satisfied presenting these socks to my Pal as they are my personal best to date.

It's all good: Don't know which I enjoyed more - knitting socks for a 'secret pal' or reading/commenting on the updates.

Looking forward to the next 'paloooza! Thank you, Sock Sister Ina!