Here is Al modeling his new Wollmeise Twin (80% wool/20 % nylon) socks in the Schwammerl (mushroom) colorway. I used my 2.5 mm (size 1) Addi Turbo 40" circular needles and 72 sts for all but the short-row heels and toes where I used my 2.00 mm (size 0) Addi Turbo 40" circular needles. The yarn colors puddled a lot, but Al doesn't mind as he likes the camouflage colors. I have had issues with my 100% merino Wollmeise socks getting holes in the heels and toes and I am hopeful these Wollmeise Twin socks will last longer.
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January 29, 2012
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Looks great & the pooling seems to be consistent on both socks. I used Wollmeise 100% for a shawl but did not enjoy knitting with it as the yarn feels hard & crispy. It did soften a little after blocking.
Posted by: Ann | January 29, 2012 at 07:27 PM
I think the nylon should help you out there. The socks turned out great. The pooling is kind of interesting, in a mod-way.
Posted by: textillian | January 30, 2012 at 08:16 PM