Malabrigo sock and louet gems are my faves. I prefer 100% wool for my socks and have never had trouble. Some pairs are 3+ years old.

MSkiKnits: my favorites are Another Crafty Girl, Hiwassee Creek, MadTosh and XXL trekking. There are so many.

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Thanks! I wondered of you preferred !00% wool, 80% 20% wool/nylon... any suggestions there?

I have to have some nylon in my yarn otherwise they wear out too quickly

Highland Handmades shop.highlandhandmades.c... sugar maple sock is my favorite. But I'm not at all picky, I love them all!

My #1 is Shi Bui for socks

I prefer and 80/20 wool/ nylon blend

I do like Vesper's self-striping - them for Hubby and for me. They feel so very lovely.

hmmm, looks as though my brain and fingers are not coordinating. I knit Vespers for Huuby and for Me.

Thanks everyone! You've been super helpful in the research for something FUN and BIG coming soon!