Paton's Classic Merino Worsted Weight in Olive.
(Btw, if you buy this yarn, make sure it is MERINO and not just wool. Patons doesn't seem to make the merino version anymore and we don't pay merino prices for not merino. Ya know?)
I used US 5/3.75mm circular needles and knit the socks magic looped toe up using CCSR toes and heels, a 2x2 rib and sewn bind off. They took three or four days. I don't even know at this point.
I am currently knitting another pair and have officially lost the will to live.
Or maybe that's due to the continuing humidity.
Currently, 70F and 70% humidity.
We are not pleased.
We may be sprouting moss. /sigh
i'm so sorry the weather is giving you such issues. even the humidity over here is better then that, which is just plain ol' Not Right.
i do like the socks though. they look so army chic. ;-)
Posted by: opal | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 12:32 PM
Ick. The weather sounds awful. Texas hasn't complained yet, but I'm sure it's killing his allergies. He's in Napa today. Being a designated driver. Poor boy. Too nice for his own good.
You're knitting for the army? Seriously? At least it gives you something to do? I can find something to do with the pink yarn if you want. :D
/runs
Posted by: Stacey | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 12:37 PM
The moss will grow on your north side,Sweetie. I know from experience. And, I happen to love those socks. Those are what my Mom used to call, wardrobe builders. A good basic color. See, you're a fashionista and didn't even know it!!
Posted by: cindycindy | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 01:27 PM
Did you know you can dye with moss? Or so I'm told. Just trying to show you a silver lining. OK, I'll shut up now.
Posted by: Diane | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 01:44 PM
I like that Diane...
Posted by: Carrie | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 03:15 PM
Moss?! Gah-ross. :P I like the socks.
Posted by: Yarndude | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 03:16 PM
While the socks are good, I don't like that you are gathering moss. However, you may consider moving in with Peter Pan and me. It's suitably fall like outside and has been a good weekend for drying clothes on the line. Send arrival info...
Posted by: Gale | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 03:29 PM
Good looking practical socks.
Sorry about the weather. We got lucky here today. It's gorgeous. Snow has even melted again!
Posted by: Marilyn | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 03:34 PM
Hope that weather will improve soon!
I like those socks and I don't usually like army style clothing.
Posted by: Rachel | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 04:01 PM
Yikes, that's humid. But the socks are lovely. And I really like those blockers too.
Posted by: Allison | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 04:44 PM
I really like the way the short row heels show up - great stitch definition.
Posted by: Carole | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 05:18 PM
Sweetie, you are supposed to be knitting for the Navy since our boy is a sailor now.
Sorry about the weather, but I'd rather be covered in moss than all dry and crackily.
xo
Posted by: joan | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 06:22 PM
Socks are lovely. It's cold here...I wore my mitts yesterday. The mountains are snow-capped! Feel chilly now?
Posted by: Joansie | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 06:41 PM
If it is the wip socks, throw them away. You cannot lose the will to live. Spinning could help.
xo
Posted by: Sarah | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 07:40 PM
At least it's better than 90/90. Talk about unbearable. This is why I like Utah. Nice and dry.
Posted by: Cheryl S. | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 08:44 PM
Like the socks. Sounds like its time for you to take a little vacay til the humidity goes away.
Posted by: La Verna | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 08:52 PM
I hope the mold season ends soon. I like the socks--nice and simple.
Posted by: Kathy Sue | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 09:25 PM
Yer mom wears army socks, nyah.
(and they look pretty nice, too.)
Posted by: Kit | Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 09:45 PM
Cool sox - I need to knit up some more worsted-weight socks one of these days. The first ones I knit are still among my favorites.
xo
Posted by: Nora | Monday, October 19, 2009 at 04:07 AM
The socks look great, but ewwwwwww that weather! It sounds just awful.
Posted by: Bams | Monday, October 19, 2009 at 07:33 AM
Why are you knitting army socks?
Posted by: Tiny Tyrant | Monday, October 19, 2009 at 08:22 AM
Very nice socks - are you joining the army?
Posted by: Jeanne | Monday, October 19, 2009 at 05:11 PM
I love olive drab. :D Great socks! While I love moss, I would hate to have a personal patch of it. Turn on the A/C, it will help with the humidity in the house.
Posted by: Angie | Monday, October 19, 2009 at 05:47 PM
Now *that* is what I call a pair of socks.
Posted by: Carrie K | Monday, October 26, 2009 at 10:09 AM