My mom tells me I'm a winner at the game of life, and that I can do anything I set my mind to.

However, even I realize that we can't win all the time.

Last year, my "Trifecta" sock design, submitted to the Sock it to Me Sock design contest was given honorable mention in the contest and actually ended up entering the sock company's line (you can buy them here). This year, I tried again, with a few different designs. None of them won, but like I said, we can't win all the time.

Nonetheless, that doesn't mean you can't enjoy the designs and have a fun peek at the behind-the scenes at CakeSpy Industries! Sadly, not all of the product ideas I have make it "to print", but that doesn't mean I don't love the process of making new products. Here are the "sock designs that were not meant to be":

First, a many-scooped ice cream cone (pictured top);

Next, forks and knives thinking about spooning;

Next, the inspiring message "donut worry, be happy";

...and finally, a dairy vs. soy milk smackdown!