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SUISSE COLOR Silke Wool – Multicolor Sock Yarn with Jacquard Effect
70% virgin wool + 30% polyamide | 50g – 150m | Needles 3-3.5mm
📋 Key Features
- Composition70% virgin wool + 30% polyamide
- Ball weight50g
- Length150m
- Recommended needles3 - 3.5mm
- Recommended crochet hook3 - 3.5mm
- WashingMachine wash at 40°C
- Ideal forSocks, stockings, thicker socks
- Approximate yield1 ball = 1 pair of adult socks
🧵 The Yarn
Silke SUISSE COLOR Wool is a sock yarn designed for those seeking resistance, warmth, and an automatic color effect. With a composition of 70% virgin wool and 30% polyamide, this yarn combines the natural comfort of wool with the exceptional durability of synthetic fiber, making it ideal for socks and stockings that must withstand daily use and frequent washing.
Each 50g ball provides 150 meters of yarn, the perfect amount for knitting a pair of adult socks without waste. It is worked with 3-3.5mm needles, and the multicolor jacquard effect develops automatically as you knit, creating unique patterns without needing to change threads or follow complex charts.
🧬 Technical Composition: Why it works
The 70% virgin wool ensures natural warmth, breathability, and moisture-wicking properties. Wool absorbs moisture without feeling wet, keeps feet dry, and prevents odor build-up. It is the perfect fiber for winter socks worn for long hours, as it adapts to body temperature without causing overheating.
The 30% polyamide intervenes where wool alone would not be enough: it reinforces high-wear areas (heel and toe), increases abrasion resistance, and extends the life of the garment. This synthetic fiber makes the yarn elastic, facilitates machine washing at 40°C, and speeds up drying. The result is a durable sock yarn that maintains its shape and color even after dozens of washes.
📦 Ball Format and Yield
The 50g/150m format is specifically designed for making socks: one ball is enough to complete a pair of average-sized adult socks (EU 38-42). This eliminates the risk of running out of yarn mid-project and simplifies quantity calculations. For taller socks or larger sizes, consider 1.5-2 balls.
If you are planning multiple pairs of socks, purchase all balls from the same dye lot: multicolor shades can vary slightly between different batches. SUISSE COLOR Wool is available in the Suisse 40° 50g/150m format, ideal for smaller projects or those who prefer lighter balls.
🧶 Recommended Knitting/Crochet
3-3.5mm needles are the ideal size to achieve a tight, compact stitch, which is necessary for durable socks that do not lose their shape. Proper tension ensures the foot does not slip inside the shoe and the sock maintains its shape after washing. If you are using double-pointed needles or the magic loop method, maintain even tension to avoid visible steps in color changes.
The automatic jacquard effect develops by following the ball's color sequence: you don't need to follow charts or count rows. This makes SUISSE COLOR Wool perfect even for those who are knitting socks for the first time. The 3-3.5mm crochet hook can be used for alternative projects like cowls or hats, but the main intended use remains socks.
✨ Why choose SUISSE COLOR Wool
Compared to 100% wool yarns, SUISSE COLOR offers superior resistance thanks to the polyamide, which reinforces high-stress areas without compromising warmth. Compared to synthetic yarns, it retains the breathability and comfort of natural wool. It is the ideal compromise for those who want warm yet practical socks that do not require hand washing or delicate drying.
The automatic multicolor effect eliminates the boredom of solid-color knitting and makes every pair of socks unique, without the technical complexity of traditional jacquard. If you have little time or experience, this yarn lets you achieve professional results with minimal effort. Machine washability at 40°C also makes it suitable for those who make socks to sell or as gifts.
🎨 What you can make
SUISSE COLOR Wool is primarily designed for socks, but its versatility allows for experimentation with other winter projects that require durability and warmth: tall socks, cowls, hats, cuffs, and fingerless gloves. The multicolor effect also enhances simple stockinette stitch projects.
👩🎨 Who it is for
This yarn is suitable for beginners wanting to knit their first socks without technical complications, as well as experienced knitters looking for a reliable yarn for batch production. The automatic jacquard effect eliminates the need to follow complex charts, while the resistance of the polyamide guarantees lasting results even for those who haven't perfected their tension yet.
Those who make socks to sell at markets or online platforms appreciate the convenience of machine washability and the color result that makes each pair unique. Passionate knitters find SUISSE COLOR Wool a yarn that never gets boring, thanks to the continuous color changes that keep motivation high during knitting.
🧼 Maintenance and Care
- WashingMachine wash at 40°C, wool cycle
- BleachingDo not bleach
- SpinningGentle spin
- DryingLay flat to dry, do not tumble dry
- IroningDo not iron
- StorageDry place, away from moths
📌 Important Note
The yardage may vary by ±5% from the stated 150m due to production tolerances. Multicolor shades vary between dye lots: for projects requiring multiple balls, please purchase all you need at once. The color sequence within the ball may differ slightly between different colorways.
📊 Technical data summary
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