Knitting yarn by Lana Grossa – Cosy Socks

Discover Cosy Socks, a classic sock knitting yarn from Lana Grossa designed for everyday wear and long-lasting comfort. Each 100 g ball gives you an impressive 400 m, making it a practical choice for standard adult socks as well as lighter accessories. With 70% virgin wool and 30% polyamide, this blend balances natural warmth and breathability with the durability and shape retention sock projects need.

Why Cosy Socks works so well for socks

The virgin wool content helps regulate temperature—warm when it’s cold, comfortable when you’re on the move—while polyamide reinforces high-friction areas like heels and toes. This is the type of knitting yarn many knitters reach for when they want reliable wear, crisp stitch definition, and socks that keep their fit after repeated use.

• Fiber blend: 70% virgin wool / 30% polyamide for warmth + strength

• Yardage: 400 m per 100 g for efficient, lightweight projects

• Ideal for: socks, mitts, cuffs, lightweight hats, and fine colourwork

Needle size & knitting experience

Recommended needle size: 2.5–3 mm. Using 2.5 mm typically gives a firmer, more hard-wearing fabric—great for sturdy everyday socks—while 3 mm can create a slightly more relaxed feel. The stated tension is 28 stitches x 40 rows over 10x10 cm; for best results, knit a swatch in the stitch pattern you plan to use (especially for colourwork or textured ribs) and wash it gently to confirm your final gauge.

Project ideas for fine sock yarn

Cosy Socks isn’t only for socks. The fine meterage and neat stitch definition make it a smart option for detailed knitting: slip-stitch textures, crisp ribbing, delicate cables, or small-scale fair isle. One ball often covers a pair of ankle socks or children’s socks, and it’s also great for long-lasting everyday accessories like fingerless gloves.

Care & finishing tips

Wool blends like this generally benefit from gentle care: wash on a wool cycle or hand wash with a wool-friendly detergent, reshape while damp, and dry flat to help your knitted fabric keep its size and elasticity. Reinforcing heels and toes with a tighter gauge (or a reinforcing thread) can further extend wear.

Patterns, knitting kits, and inspiration

Looking for your next cast-on? In our yarn shop you’ll also find knitting kits with many patterns/models that can be made with Cosy Socks and similar sock-weight knitting yarns. For even more ideas, explore our knitting books and knitting patterns by Lana Grossa to match this yarn to the perfect design.

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