• 4-ply alpaca sock wool from British and Irish farms shown here in WIld Meadow
  • 4-ply alpaca sock wool from British and Irish farms shown here in Wild Meadow
  • 4-ply alpaca sock wool from British and Irish farms shown here on sock blockers
  • 4-ply alpaca sock wool from British and Irish farms shown here in Sky Blue
  • 4-ply alpaca sock wool from British and Irish farms - shown here in Moss Green and Wild Heather
  • 4-ply alpaca sock wool from British and Irish farms shown here in Cobaly
  • 4-ply alpaca sock wool from British and Irish farms shwon here in Hot Pink
  • Cotton alpaca project bag
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Knit Kit - 2-needle alpaca wool socks

Knit Kit - 2-needle alpaca wool socks

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Skill Level - Easy 

This alpaca sock kit uses wool from British and Irish alpaca farms. The sock kit is from our new Restful range of knitting kits, which is surprising because many of us find knitting socks so stressful. The clever solution here introduces you to knitting socks by knitting them as a flat panel which is then sewn up. Once you have done this, you will find knitting in the round so much easier. 

Size: Size 5 - 6 (with instructions for smaller/larger feet)

Uses 3mm needles (not included)

Kit includes:

  • Cotton alpaca project bag
  • 100g (400m)  Gorgeous DK yarn made from 75% alpaca/25% sheep's wool
  • Pattern for these socks

You will also need: 3mm single pointed needles and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends.

The Wool

  • Weight of Yarn: #1, SuperfineBlend75% alpaca 25% nylon
  • Size:3/12 Nm 4PlySkein
  • Size: 100g (450 m or 490 yards per 100g)
  • Tension: 29 sts x 38 rows over 10 cm x 10 cm using 2.5mm needles in stocking stitch; 28 sts over 10 cm using 2.5mm needles 

As with all Gorgeous alpaca DK kits, it's warm and cosy, but lightweight and breathes well. The alpaca yarn has a small amount of 100% natural sheep's wool blended in, which makes it easy to knit and crochet with, and still retains that wonderful alpaca softness.

What's so great about alpaca yarn?

  • Alpaca yarn is highly valued for it's softness, warmth, and durability
  • The fibres are much finer, and generally longer, than sheep’s wool, which makes them softer and less itchy
  • It contains no lanolin which makes it hypo-allergenic (and also makes it more sustainable as it can be processed at very low temperatures)
  • It also has a natural sheen that gives finished items a luxurious look
  • Both sheep and alpaca fleece is water-repellent, but alpaca also wicks away the moisture

Hand washing: Use lukewarm water and a specialist wool detergent. Hair conditioner in the final rinse will add extra softness.
When washing and rinsing squeeze the garment rather than rubbing.
Gently squeeze out excess water before rolling in a towel. Lay flat to dry.

Washing machines: Modern machines with delicate programme at 20C using a wool delicate detergent. Can be spun at 400 RPM

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Biodegradable

Biodegradable

Less Chemicals

Less Chemicals

Less Washing

Less Washing

Stain Resistant

Stain Resistant

No Ironing

No Ironing

Sustainable Alpaca

Sustainable Alpaca

Water Repellent

Water Repellent

Biodegradable

Biodegradable

Less Chemicals

Less Chemicals

Less Washing

Less Washing

Stain Resistant

Stain Resistant

No Ironing

No Ironing

Sustainable Alpaca

Sustainable Alpaca

Water Repellent

Water Repellent

Biodegradable

Biodegradable

Less Chemicals

Less Chemicals

Less Washing

Less Washing

Stain Resistant

Stain Resistant

No Ironing

No Ironing

Sustainable Alpaca

Sustainable Alpaca

Water Repellent

Water Repellent

Biodegradable

Biodegradable

Less Chemicals

Less Chemicals

Less Washing

Less Washing

Stain Resistant

Stain Resistant

No Ironing

No Ironing

Sustainable Alpaca

Sustainable Alpaca

Water Repellent

Water Repellent

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Jacqui Bolland
Love it

"I love my yarn from Gorgeous Alpacas, always great quality. Fast delivery, well packaged and sent with care. Cushion inners are excellent quality too. Currently knitting my first pair of socks and my 5th cushion. Thank you"

K
Karen Nicolson
Very good service

Very good service even wound skien into a ball for me .

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Gwendoline Jones
My first ever socks

Loved the service, loved making the socks- my first ever socks!

J
June Snelling
Beautiful colours

Knitting 4ply for socks in heather colours, Prompt delivery beautiful colours lovely to knit with, need more colour ways!!

Frequently Asked Questions

Natural fibers are biodegradable and decompose naturally, unlike synthetic fibers, which take over 200 years to degrade. During this time, they contribute to landfill waste, release greenhouse gases, and leach toxic chemicals into the environment.

Alpaca material is stain-resistant, which means that it needs less washing and is less likely to get ruined by stains … and alpaca is stain-resistant without having chemicals and coatings added to it to make it so.

Sustainable Fashion Story

Alpaca yarn is naturally wrinkle-resistant, eliminating the need for ironing and reducing energy consumption. This helps lower carbon emissions, with ironing estimated to produce 190 kg of CO₂ per person annually.

Unlike sheep and goats, alpacas graze sustainably by trimming grass instead of uprooting it. This allows the grass to regrow naturally, preserving the soil and supporting healthy ecosystems.