Monday, 19 January 2015

I bought the wool in Lidl

Hello and thank you for calling in.  Have you had a go at making the pie yet?  It's very cold here today but I don't care.  Why?  Because my feet are toasty and warm in my new socks, that's why.  Would you like to see them?  ...  Ta-dah!


They are a bit of an unexpected delight.  I bought four 50g balls of yarn for, I think, £3.99 in Lidl over a year ago, two were plain red and two looked like this -


I bought the pack because I wanted the plain red yarn and I didn't really fancy the other, but last year I was given some Lidl sock yarn and I knitted it up for myself, the first time I have had handknitted socks and I am completely converted, so I thought I would knit this up for myself as well.  Of course, you can't tell how the stripes will work out until the yarn is knitted up so you are taking a chance, but I am delighted.  Would you like to see my other pair? -



They are also deliciously warm and cosy.  The yarn is 75% wool (warmth) and 25% polyamide (durability) and, here is the best bit, the socks can be washed in the washing machine! I have found it lovely to knit with, soft and smooth and I haven't had any problems with unevenness or knots.  So if you are a knitter, you might want to keep your eye on Lidl.  I bought this pack last week, four 50g balls for £3.99, not sock yarn this time but double knit, 100% wool and the pack says that it can go in the washing machine at a low temperature. 
 
 
I haven't decided what to do with it yet but I couldn't resist the colours, these autumnal tones are my favourites.  Perhaps they will turn into a scarf, or maybe some handwarmers? 
 
I do hope you are keeping yourselves warm in this wintry weather.  I'll be back soon with another recipe to keep you cosy.
 
Love, Mrs Tiggywinkle x
 

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9 comments:

  1. Unknown20 January 2015 at 01:21

    Now then Amanda, what about the pair you knitted for Pa? Surely they count too
    You're really so good and manage the Kitchener stitch whilst talking which is most amazing!

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    1. Mrs Tiggywinkle20 January 2015 at 12:19

      Rosemary, you know me so well - I can't do anything unless I can do it while I am talking! xx

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  2. Bovey Belle20 January 2015 at 10:31

    Your Lidl had some nice wool - I think mine must have quickly sold out of the good yarn as when I got there it was very ordinary looking wool and I was able to walk on by!

    I did teach myself to knit socks, then life got in the way and I haven't touched 4 (or 5) needles for several years now. I must take myself to task again!

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    1. Mrs Tiggywinkle20 January 2015 at 12:18

      It took me about a year to master sock knitting. I found the most difficult thing was working out how to hold all the bloomin' needles at the same time! But I do LOVE wearing them, they have totally spoiled me, especially in this weather. x

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  3. Shrimpton and Perfect20 January 2015 at 14:22

    I shall keep my peepers peeled in Lidl. I haven't seen any wool in there of late but didn't shop this week so I'm hoping I haven't missed an opportunity.
    Jean x

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  4. Mrs Tiggywinkle20 January 2015 at 19:44

    Jean, that chair beneath the standard lamp looks like a perfect spot for knitting. x

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  5. Rustic Vintage Country27 January 2015 at 10:30

    I do like that wool, I MUST remember to have a look in Lidl next time I'm by one. Unfortunately there's not any local to me! Suzy x

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  6. Mrs Tiggywinkle27 January 2015 at 20:41

    Suzy, they don't stock it regularly but when they do it's always a really good price. If you look on their website, they tell you when it's coming in. x

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