I love knitting with sock yarn. And not just socks. This adorable sweater is Vintage Baby Cardigan by Kristin Spurkland. It is knit out of ShiBui Knits Sock and is the perfect baby gift. You can knit it in a weekend and I can tell you from experience that moms and moms-to-be love it.
Why is sock yarn such a great yarn to knit other things? Well sock yarn is just basically a fingering weight yarn with a little extra something (like nylon or polyester) which gives the yarn a durability and sometimes even a washability. Hats, scarves, gloves and mittens, sweaters. You name it - sock yarn can work. And with all those beautiful variegated colors, think of the rainbow wardrobe you could have. Plus - I read somewhere that sock yarn doesn't count toward your stash. So no buyer remorse!
Why is sock yarn such a great yarn to knit other things? Well sock yarn is just basically a fingering weight yarn with a little extra something (like nylon or polyester) which gives the yarn a durability and sometimes even a washability. Hats, scarves, gloves and mittens, sweaters. You name it - sock yarn can work. And with all those beautiful variegated colors, think of the rainbow wardrobe you could have. Plus - I read somewhere that sock yarn doesn't count toward your stash. So no buyer remorse!
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