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Sock blockers

July 11th, 2008

Every now and then I get a question in the comments, but I don’t think too many readers get to see the answer if I just respond in the comments, so I’m going to try posting a little Q & A section every now and then.

The first Q is from Mary:

I have a question for you–can you tell me where you got your adjustable metal sock blockers?

My sock blockers are all from the thrift store. I know that’s no help to anyone, sorry. All of mine are made by Lee-Rowan Co, and every now and then I see a pair on eBay. The good news: it is ridiculously easy to make your own custom sized sock blockers. Or, if you like to work with wood (I do) you could also make yourself a gorgeous wooden set of blockers. Trace a pair of socks onto a piece of 1/4-inch birch plywood, cut out the shapes, sand it REALLY well, and finish the wood however you like.

Q & A

  1. cosy
    July 12th, 2008 at 09:00 | #1
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    yup. i have the same ones for men’s sizes… antique store in bellingham washington, $2.50 each :) i’m never any help when it comes to most things i own since that’s how i get them.

  2. Mary
    July 13th, 2008 at 20:42 | #2
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    Thanks for responding so quickly! :)

  3. Jen in WA
    July 16th, 2008 at 12:52 | #3
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    Another question for ya (about diapers, though!)…..I’ve been waiting for your article on cloth diapers. What issue will it be in? I’ve looked in the latest one and didn’t see it. I’ve just started cloth diapering (twins!) and made my own diapers. I have questions about “why soap is baaaaad” and PH and all……

    Thanks…I didn’t know where else to post this….

    Jen

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