Sock Yarn: Not Just for Socks Anymore
3 other charity uses for your sock yarn
Sock yarn is much more versatile than just for knitting socks. Those of us who regularly knit for charity are finding it to be a terrific choice for lots of different kinds of charity knitting - you'd be surprised! The newer sock yarns are especially useful for other projects, for several reasons:
VERSATILITY OF SOCK YARN
1. The self-striping type of sock yarn makes even beginner knitters look like experts, and allows expert knitters to spend much less time getting a great looking hand-knit product!
2. Sock yarn is often 75% wool and 25% nylon, which makes it the perfect combination for 'wicking' moisture away from the body, while staying durable.
3. Sock yarn is 'easy care' yarn, which means it can be machine washed and dried.
OTHER USES FOR SOCK YARN
Sock yarn, because of its unique characteristics, can be used for a variety of other charity knitting projects. You'll be cheating yourself out of some interesting knitting if you limit its use just to socks!
Try sock yarn for winter hats of all shapes and sizes, from small children up to adulthood, for starters. These 'toques' are always in great demand by charitable organizations, especially in colder climates.
Sock yarn can also be used to make lap blankets for seniors' homes, hospitals and lodges. In addition to being comfy and warm, the color combinations of sock yarn are often bright and cheerful, making it an ideal choice.
Finally, you can make stuffed animals or 'mini-dolls' out of sock yarn, to be donated a wide variety of places - from animal rescue shelters to children's hospitals, knitted mini 'creatures' made from sock yarn will be very appreciated!