My Review of Southern Skeins Sock Yarn & The Socks I Knit with It

As a Floridian knitter, I’m always on the lookout for yarns from Florida yarn dyers (and yarns named after Floridian-like things) to try. I received a Southern Stitch Box as a Mother's Day gift. On a work trip to DC, I started (and finished) a pair of socks with the Southern Skeins sock yarn, and I’m excited to share my thoughts on this delightful material and the cozy socks I knitted with it.

First Impressions: The Yarn

Southern Skeins has a reputation for producing high-quality, hand-dyed yarns, and their sock yarn is no exception. The first thing that struck me was the vibrant colorway. It was the "Besties" sock set, speckled with pinks, grayish-blues and hints of golden browns and a mini light teal color.

The yarn is an 80% Superwash Merino and 20% nylon. This combination is ideal for sock knitting, as the Merino wool provides softness and warmth, while the nylon adds the necessary strength and elasticity to withstand the wear and tear of daily use.

Knitting Process

Knitting with Southern Skeins sock yarn was an absolute pleasure. The yarn is smooth and glides effortlessly on the needles. I used a 9-in. circular needle size US 1 , using the long-tail cast-on to knit my socks. The yarn didn’t split or fray, which is a huge plus when working with finer yarns.

The Finished Object: My Adorable Shortie Socks

I am thrilled with the result! I used the mini for the cuffs and the toes. The "Besties" colorway transitioned beautifully throughout the socks, creating a stunning gradient effect. The first pair I knit was for my youngest of three daughters and the fit was perfect — snug but not too tight, and she said they are incredibly comfy.

I have already cast on a sock for my middle daughter and I am happy to report that I am about 50% done with the first sock of the pair.

Final Thoughts

Southern Skeins sock yarn has quickly become one of my favorites for knitting socks. The blend of softness, strength, and beautiful colorways makes it a joy to work with and to wear. BONUS: She's a Florida yarn dyer. I ordered her sock yarn 2024 Advent Calendar for Christmas.

I highly recommend giving this yarn a try. You can save 15% with my Coupon Code: KRISTIEMCCAULEY.

Knitting these socks was a delightful experience from start to finish. The end product is not only a testament to the quality of the yarn, but a gorgeous addition to my kiddos' wardrobes they’ll enjoy (once all socks are knitted) for years to come.

Happy knitting!