RANDOM HOUSE-Potter Craft Books: Socks from the Toe Up: essential techniques and patterns. Sock knitting has never been easier or more fun. Whether you are new to knitting or a veteran Socks from the Toe Up will have your tootsies covered in no time. Start off on the right foot with these tried and true techniques; expert advice and beautiful patterns. Author: Wendy D. Johnson (Wendy Knits). Softcover: 126 pages. Imported.