"Sock knitting can become a beloved obsession, and those devoted sock knitters out there plus beginners just getting started are guaranteed to want this ultimate source book from designer Edie Eckman featuring projects for the whole family. The collection showcases socks for baby, socks for the kids, socks for him, and socks for her-it's socks for everybody Techniques include lace, cables, slip stitch, and ribbing. The designs are standard cuff-down, French heel with gusset plus two toe-up designs that use primarily sock yarn along with a few heavier weight yarns. There are easy designs for new knitters, as well as more challenging designs for the more experienced."