Sionnach,
With handmade hose, the tops/cuffs don't have to be so tight. They can be bigger that the leg of the hose, which would eliminate the tourniquet effect. I prefer to make hose and socks that hold themselves up with ribbing rather than depend on flashes or garters to do all the work. It's also possible to make hose with no cuff, and tie them (loosely) with garter ties, or no ties at all. I suppose it depends on how you plan to wear them, and how traditional or formal you want to dress.
--dbh
When given a choice, most people will choose.
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