Hand-knitted socks models 2017

Finally, a wool-free sock yarn! Knitters and their lucky recipients have long clamored for an easy knitting, wool-free sock yarnsomething that wouldn’t irritate or overheat. Meet CoBaSi, a cotton, bamboo and silk blend, with a splash of elastic nylon for a gentle-onthe-hands, wool-like stretch. Available in a wide range of solid colors, multi colors, and tonals, this is the perfect candidate for socks, kidsclothing, and warmweather color work. Soft and machine washable, the possibilities are endless with this amazing fiber.

For Spring 16, we see vibrant, upbeat colors paired with classic natural tonesperfect for the range of our palette, with its saturated hues and subtly variegated neutrals, kettle-dyed by the artisans of the Manos del Uruguay cooperatives. Our Spring designs feature garments and accessories with delicate details: simple colorwork, small cables, a row of eyelets. They’re shown on lightweight, luxurious blends like Finoour merino/silk fingering weightand Serenaour unique blend of baby alpaca and pima cotton. Manos is a member of the World Fair Trade Organization. Our mission is to provide economic, social, and personal opportunities for women in rural communities throughout Uruguay.