Sock yarn forever
I love spinning fingering weight yarn, although I rarely spin with socks specifically in mind. My latest yarns, though, are all about socks.A while back, my mom told me she would like some purple ankle socks. With the holidays and her December birthday quickly approaching, I realized I'd better get to it. Alas, I had no purple handspun that would fit the bill, so I picked something appropriate from the stash and got started.
Fiber: Crown Mountain Farms superwash merino, "Knockin' on Heaven's Door"3 ply880 yards total
Purple ankle socks—that's what Mom asked for—yet somehow I translated that request into nearly 900 yards of sock yarn. Hmm. I blame Crown Mountain Farms for selling their superwash merino in 8.5 oz. lots. The yarn spun up so nicely, I just couldn't stop at half the fiber.
I'm about halfway through knitting the socks, and not surprisingly, there's still a lot of yarn left. Mom might also get some coordinating mitts and/or a scarf to go with her socks.I had such a great time spinning up the purple yarn that I pulled some more CMF out of the stash. This time I had no real purpose in mind; I just wanted to see how the crazy colors would look in 3 ply sock yarn.
Fiber: Crown Mountain Farms superwash merino, "Born to Be Wild"3 ply860 yards total
I was a little worried that spinning this yarn as 3 ply would muddy the bright colors too much, but I was pleasantly surprised with the results I got. It's true that the colors are probably less distinct than they would have been in 2 ply, but I'm utterly charmed by the 3 ply effect.
One of these skeins has already gone to a new home, but I'm not sure what I want to do with the other. The colors aren't really me. However, I suspect the yarn might appeal to one or both of my nieces.
gorgeous handspun, as usual! i'm amazed at the amount of yardage you got! are those 8oz batches of fiber?
ReplyDeleteAwesome skeins. Better knit faster though, you've got 3 more pair in that purple lot. You'll cause a run on Born to be Wild. If you did another pound or so, it would make a lovely t-shirt.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work, as usual! I can't wait to see how the anklets (and accessories) come out.
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ReplyDeleteThis yarn here is LOVELY. I aim to spin like this, and seeing your handspun makes me want to go sit at my wheel RIGHT NOW.
those are beautiful sock yarns... I must admit I always aim for fingering weight yarns more versatile than thick yarns :o) though not a purple fan I always go for purples in socks.... and I do like the 'Born to be Wild' colourway.....
ReplyDeletethey are both *so* gorgeous and can't wait to see the socks! you've been spinnin' like a madwoman! :)
ReplyDeleteLove both skeins, but the purple one is my favorite. My sister and mother both have December birthdays!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty. Love the purple.
ReplyDeletewow, that is some gorgeous yarn! I can't wait to see the finished anklets.
ReplyDeleteMmmm, gorgeous stuff. I particuarly like the Born to be Wild. The other is nice, but I'm not a purple person. Although I did cast on a purple sock last night. Hmmm. LOL!
ReplyDeleteI'm wondering about why various vendors sell their rovings in the amounts they do. Most of them on Etsy seem to be around 4 oz, which should be good for a pair of socks. What would you typically make with 8 oz?
Beautiful spinning as always. I'm so amazed at your yardage. You're mom is going to have some lovely socks.
ReplyDeleteI spin either a 3 ply fingering or 2 ply laceweight. I just finished CMF's SW in Layla, which I will use to knit my GD a dress.
ReplyDeleteI love your spinning photos. Looking forward to see what you make with the yarn.
Both of them are quite beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHas CMF asked you to start spinning Sock Hop yarn for them yet? I've never seen such gorgeous skeins of yarn. Absolute perfection!
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