Alpaca Yarn
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Classic Elite Yarns Alpaca Sox Discontinued Colors
- Content:
- 60% Alpaca/20% Merino Wool/20% Nylon
- Care:
- Hand Wash
- Weight/Yardage:
- 100g/450yds
- Gauge:
- 8 sts = 1" US 2
- Knitting Weight:
- Sock
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 20 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good weight (16)
- Soft (16)
- Nice texture (14)
- Dyed evenly (8)
- Knits quickly (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves (14)
- Socks (10)
- Gloves (5)
- Hats (5)
- Shawls (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (9), Artist (3), Parent (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (19)
Most Liked Positive Review
Too nice for socks!
I bought this because of the great price at WEBS and also the colors...plus I love Alpaca! I used this yarn for two simple triangular shawls. The gorgeous colors are really on ...Read complete review
I bought this because of the great price at WEBS and also the colors...plus I love Alpaca! I used this yarn for two simple triangular shawls. The gorgeous colors are really on display! The yarn is Very soft..lovely to work with! I found no knots...no damaged spots...just a soft, beautiful yarn. It is loosely spun, I had to pay attention to avoid splits..but it was not a big issue. I used a 6 needle to get a lacey look and the result looks Much more sophisticated than a garter shawl! This yarn is a joy to work with!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Lovely for less vigorously used sox
The three stars = "average, ordinary" for me means that while this yarn is beautiful, it won't meet the needs I have for socks that stand up to how we liv...Read complete review
The three stars = "average, ordinary" for me means that while this yarn is beautiful, it won't meet the needs I have for socks that stand up to how we live here in the land of giant ferns and banana slugs. I started a pair of socks with this yarn. First I had to keep shrinking my hook from the usual B to steel 1, then 2, then 3. This wasn't easy, as the finish of the yarn is rather fuzzy. As the stitches emerged, I realized there's no way this fabric would hold up to the rigors of Alpine boots or hiking sandals slogging through mud and water. I found it way too thin, and the two plys seemed constantly wanting a divorce from each other. So I frogged out the footie and have plans to carry two strands of the yarn for a more decorative garment. It's really pretty stuff.
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Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Alpaca Sox Discontinued Colors:
Used for socks,warm and soft, only problem is they look felted after a couple of wears.
Service and delivery comments:
Love the service, as always
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Beautiful colors
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
Cons
- Tends To Felt
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Shawls
- Socks
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Alpaca Sox Discontinued Colors:
Alpaca Sox yarn knits into beautiful soft socks. They do tend to felt where they get wear, such as the heel, but it doesn't seem to matter.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Hides Mistakes
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Socks
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Alpaca Sox Discontinued Colors:
Service was great. Prompt and in good shape.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Knits Quickly
- Soft
Cons
- Snags
- Snags A Bit If Unpicking
Best Uses
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Alpaca Sox Discontinued Colors:
The wool is soft, easy to knit and looks wonderful.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Scarves
- Socks
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Alpaca Sox Discontinued Colors:
This was the second time I purchased this yarn and have found it to be very consistent.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Soft
Cons
- Color Different From Pix
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Alpaca Sox Discontinued Colors:
Yarn arrived quickly and is nice to work up. I made a sweater. My only disappointment was the color being different from the photo in the ad.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Light weight but warm
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sleep Socks
- Socks
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Alpaca Sox Discontinued Colors:
I have been using the same basic sock pattern for thirty years (I vary the stitch design) on size 2 double pointed needles. One skein of this yarn makes a beautiful soft pair of extra-large socks. I always reinforce the heel and toe. One bobbin will be enough for at least two pair of socks. Use a neutral shade if you can't find one to match the yarn color.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good stitch definition
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Lace
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Alpaca Sox Discontinued Colors:
Wonderful to knit with, great stitch definition especially for lace.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Scarves
- Socks
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Alpaca Sox Discontinued Colors:
I wish that this came in more colors!! Love this yarn. Especially warm and soft for winter items such as socks, gloves or mittens. It is somewhat expensive for my budget so I can only buy it on sale or in discontinued colors.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Beautiful yarn
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Too soft 4 sox
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Shawls
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Alpaca Sox Discontinued Colors:
The yarn is beautiful, The colors wonderful. I was not enjoying knitting the yarn into socks. But I will use the yarn for a shawlette or scarf. And what a eonderful gift it will make.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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